Overwatch

An online first-person shooter franchise focused on teamwork, players in Overwatch take on the roles of iconic heroes, battling it out over objective-based game modes in maps set across the world. Overwatch 2 launched as a free-to-play title on October 4, 2022 for Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. While Overwatch 2’s new characters, such as Sojourn and Ramattra have been popular with fans, the new battle pass structure has been contentious. The first Overwatch launched on the PS4, Xbox One, and Windows on May 24, 2016.

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Overwatch 2’s Plans To Be Less Toxic Have One Major Flaw

Blizzard is implementing harsher punishments for leavers, but doesn’t distinguish between intentional or unintentional dips

By Kenneth Shepard Published April 10, 2024

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Looks Like Overwatch 2 And Other Blizzard Games Are Coming Back To China

After a messy split in 2022, Blizzard and NetEase's licensing deal could be rekindled later this week

By Moises Taveras Published April 9, 2024
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Let A Former Overwatch 2 One-Trick Teach You How To Play Moira

So, you want to dominate Overwatch 2 comp with Moira, huh? I got you covered

By Alyssa Mercante Published April 5, 2024
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Palworld Is The Latest Game To Fall Into A Tiresome April Fools’ Trend

Have you ever thought about dating the not-Pokémon of Palworld ? Well, Pocketpair has

By Kenneth Shepard Published April 1, 2024
Culture

Elder Scrolls VI Playable, Shakeups At Nintendo, And More Of The Week’s Gaming News

We got a first look at Marvel's new Overwatch rival and learned a big MMO sequel is in the works as well

Kotaku Staff Published March 30, 2024

Tips & Guides

You Can Try Overwatch 2’s New Hero For A Limited Time This Week

Venture, the new damage hero, will be playable up through the weekend

By Kenneth Shepard Published March 27, 2024
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Marvel Unveils Its Overwatch-Style Hero Shooter, Marvel Rivals

Marvel Rivals pits superhero staples like Iron Man and Spider-Man against each other

By Kenneth Shepard Published March 27, 2024
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Overwatch 2 Fans Have Already Embraced Its New, Non-Binary Hero

The community is quickly crafting its own lore for Venture, the upcoming drill-based character

By Kenneth Shepard Published March 27, 2024
Culture

Stardew Valley‘s Big Patch, An Apex Legends Hack, And More Of The Week’s Gaming News

We've also got a report on the state of Overwatch 2 's story missions (it's not looking good)

Kotaku Staff Published March 23, 2024
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Overwatch 2 Is Reverting One Of The Sequel’s Most Controversial Changes

The hero shooter is finally making heroes free again after a year of backlash

By Kenneth Shepard Published March 19, 2024

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Overwatch 2 Devs Fear Story Missions Have Been Canceled

The PvE campaign was pitched as the sequel’s big pillar, now ex-devs tell Kotaku its future is unclear

By Kenneth Shepard Published March 18, 2024
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What’s Going On With Overwatch 2’s Story Missions?

A small change in the hero shooter’s newest patch has fans concerned

By Kenneth Shepard Published March 13, 2024
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Overwatch 2 Fans Think One Cowboy Bebop Skin Is Goofy As Hell

Cassidy’s Spike Spiegel skin has raised eyebrows about what’s going on upstairs

By Kenneth Shepard Published March 13, 2024
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Overwatch 2 Needs To Leave Quick Play Alone

Blizzard is going to test removing hero limits in a new Quick Play: Hacked

By Kenneth Shepard Published March 8, 2024
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Overwatch 2’s Cowboy Bebop Collaboration Is 10/10, No Notes [Update]

Blizzard will bring skins based on the classic anime to its heroes this month

By Kenneth Shepard Published March 7, 2024

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New Overwatch 2 Changes Continue An Upsetting Trend

Blizzard’s hero shooter is once again prioritizing speed over strategy

By Kenneth Shepard Published February 23, 2024
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Gigantic’s Return Feels Like The Anti-Overwatch In The Best Way

Gearbox and Abstraction Games are reviving Motiga’s shooter with no microtransactions

By Kenneth Shepard Published February 20, 2024
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Helldivers 2, Palworld, And More Of The Week’s Essential Tips

Also, a full rundown of everything new coming to Baldur's Gate 3

Kotaku Staff Published February 17, 2024
Culture

Helldivers 2 Explodes, Xbox’s Future Is Revealed, And More Of The Week’s Biggest News

There's also huge Overwatch changes and some 'fantastic' MCU casting news

Kotaku Staff Published February 17, 2024
Tips & Guides

How To Get The Heart Crosshair In Overwatch 2

Here’s how to make your shots a little more girlypop

By Kenneth Shepard Published February 14, 2024

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