Overwatch 2: A Redesign or Sequel?
The game that flooded the market and created trends known as "Overwatch" got a new update for its fans. Overwatch 2 was released on the 04th of October 2022.
This news took the gaming world by storm and had people wondering if this was a sequel. This is not a sequel, but an update that has come to replace the previous version of Overwatch. Despite being largely the same, some new adjustments have been included. Overwatch 1 will not coexist with Overwatch 2.
Judging if the changes are improvements or deterioration depends on the users. Mentioned below are a few new features that have been added to the Overwatch world;
- Overwatch 2 is open to the public.
- The team is downsized to 5v5 from 6v6.
- New Characters are introduced.
- New 'PUSH' mode.
1. Overwatch 2 is open to the public
This version is said to be open to the public for everyone to experience what the hype is all about. The final verdict of the game can be experienced by everyone through this free-to-play feature. This is a way to attract new players into the arena and make it a trend to get into without any barriers. A diverse and new crowd will be interested in seeing what the hype is all about.
2. The team is downsized to 5v5 from 6v6
The team that used to hold 6 members on each side has now been reduced to 5 a side. This comes with a set of conditions where each of the teams will be made up of two damage characters, two support characters, and one tank character.
This is quite a significant change with a more competitive edge. This would be quite a bummer if your friends had six buddies on your team. The characters have been modified to fit the bill as they were quite better suited to the previous version.
3. New characters are introduced
The new characters and the familiar ones are categorized into three types; Tank, Damage, and Support. A couple of prominent new characters are Sojourn, turning into quite a popular fan favorite and is quick on her feet. Junker Queen with her badass personality and the ability to heal over time has captivated the attention of seasoned players. There is even a ninja amid new characters for the fans, known as Kiriko.
It has a plethora of diverse characters totaling up to 35 now. The returning characters have been modified to suit the newer version.
4. New 'PUSH' mode
This is a new mode in the maps where a robot is set right in the middle of both team bases. The robot will remain immobile until one of the teams takes control of it. Next, the barrier should be pushed in the general direction of the enemy's base. The team that has control of the barrier and has traveled the most distance is declared the winner if they cannot push it all the way toward the target.
The upgraded Overwatch 2 has improved itself by paying more attention to the architectural and arena details. The charm that Overwatch 1 had, is retained in the individual characters and the motions in the battle sequences which the fans loved. This can be downloaded by anyone, and the number of players in the arena will grow which may push the gamers to do better to stand out.
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