The numbers in Overwatch are changing. Team compositions are finally becoming more diverse.
The recent changes to the balancing seem to be bearing fruit. The meta of Overwatch has been considered stagnant for several weeks, with the 3/2/1 meta appearing in almost all major tournaments. Slowly but surely, a change is taking place, as more and more clans are adopting a new composition in tournaments – 2/2/2 is becoming more and more established.
Before the last patch of Overwatch, many similar compositions were seen, especially in professional matches. Almost every team had a combination of 3 tanks – whether in attack or defense. This was almost always supported by a healing Ana and another healer, such as Lúcio.
Especially the changes to D.Va (less armor) and to Ana (less healing bonus from the grenade) led to a shift in the professional scene. It’s no surprise that 2/2/2 (2 tanks, 2 healers, 2 DPS) is becoming increasingly established. Even heroes like Tracer and McCree are now seen more frequently in defense, where they can actually make a significant impact due to the reduced number of tanks.
The adjustments to Roadhog’s hook, which now pulls in targets less frequently but is significantly more precise, are seen by many as a buff. Essentially, the big guy with the scrap gun is even deadlier and a welcome hero on the battlefield.
As usual, the new – significantly more flexible – meta is now also spilling over into the ranked game mode, and there are again more diverse teams in Quick Play.
In summary, it can be said – at least based on the current state – that the recent patches have provided Overwatch with more variety and excitement.
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