Overwatch 2 is about to start its second season soon, showing a new trailer. There are some highlights – but also a lot of criticism.
Meanwhile, the first season of Overwatch 2 is coming to an end, and anyone wanting to unlock items from the Battle Pass needs to hurry up. Because on December 6, the next season begins in Overwatch 2, which is likely to shake up Blizzard’s hero shooter again.
There’s not only a new tank hero, but also a new map and even new game modes that will be available for specific events.
What’s new? The highlight is likely to be the release of the next hero “Ramattra.” He is a new tank and was already shown in a trailer that gives you chills.
In the first weeks, Ramattra will not be playable in competitive mode, but only in all other modes (like Quick Match). This way, everyone can get to know the hero and possibly unlock him through the Battle Pass before he becomes active in competitive mode.
Also included is a map called “Shambali” – it seems to be deeply rooted in the story of Ramattra and Zenyatta and is sure to reveal some exciting details while you protect the payload.
Battle Pass brings many skins – But there is also criticism
The new Battle Pass and the skins are all themed around Olympus and the Greek gods – as the Overwatch heroes are dressing up as them.
The “mythical” skin of this season goes to the still quite fresh hero Junkerqueen, whom you can lead into battles as the personification of Zeus. As is common with mythical skins, you can customize the appearance in great detail and choose from different colors and effects – provided you buy the Battle Pass and complete it, as the mythical skin will probably wait until the very end.
Much criticism of the new trailer: On YouTube, the trailer has received rather mixed reactions. Although there are currently more positive than negative ratings, the most popular comments with the most likes are those that mock the monetization of Overwatch 2. The content is often extremely similar, as this has become a meme:
- “I really liked the moment when Blizzard didn’t nerf the skin prices. Truly an Overwatch 2 moment.”
- “I love the part where Pharah says ‘Poverty rains from above!’ and then she shoots rockets at all the wallets. That was truly one of the moments of Overwatch 2.”
- “I liked the part where Kiriko says: ‘Let the microtransactions guide you’. Truly an Overwatch 2 moment.”
Scrolling further down, the criticism becomes less biting, and the cool skins, the new hero, and a first look at the map are praised – but even then, doubts remain about the costs of individual skins.
Will you also play Overwatch 2 in the 2nd season? Or have you already set aside Blizzard’s hero shooter?
