Overwatch: Beta beendet! – Wie und wann geht es weiter?

The open beta of Overwatch has ended. But what is next for the game? When can we play again?

If you are reading this, then the open beta of Overwatch has just concluded (7:00 PM, May 10). For nearly 6 days, players around the world could take a peek into the hero shooter, open loot boxes, and wrestle with the decision of whether the game is worth the full price.

Conclusion: The beta was solid, with only minor issues

In conclusion, it can be said that the beta of Overwatch has made a significant impact. In forums and social media, the feedback has been predominantly positive, and interest in the game is skyrocketing – sometimes even in places where it was least expected. However, it was clear from the start that this beta was purely a promotion – if Blizzard wanted to test anything, it was only the server structure and whether it could handle the masses of players.

Nevertheless, the open beta also showed that there are still some minor issues. Occasionally, servers were spontaneously shut down or significant lag made the game a torturous experience for both sides. A rather amusing bug occurred where players suddenly found themselves in the enemy team’s spawn room at the beginning of a match – much to the amusement of both teams. The decision to delete unlocked skins and other cosmetic upgrades after the beta caused some unease among players. Those who have scored a cool skin for their favorite character can only hope to draw it again soon in the live version from a loot box.

When is the release of Overwatch?

For those who wanted to sneak a peek into the game for free, the fun is now officially over. The servers of Overwatch will reopen on May 24, when the game officially celebrates its release for PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. However, you will need to purchase the game.

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And what comes after the release?

Also for the future, Blizzard has announced that they will support the game. They promise that new heroes, maps, and game modes will be released over the coming months – these will be free. They promise an “exciting summer” for all players, even though no specific details have been provided so far. The only certainty is that the ranked mode will return. This was playable in the closed beta but did not really please either the developers or the players – improvements will be made, and then it will be reintroduced.

For more news and articles about Blizzard’s hero shooter, you can find them on our Overwatch game page.

Those who can’t get enough of Overwatch before the release should also check out our article on the game’s background story or our guides to Reinhardt or Lucio.