Blizzard Accidentally Leaks New Support Hero

Blizzard's President, Mike Ybarra, accidentally leaked exciting information about Overwatch 2, including upcoming Invasion skins and a glimpse of the game's new support hero.

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The much-anticipated Overwatch 2 PvE missions are finally scheduled for release on August 10, coinciding with the launch of OW2's sixth season. Players can look forward to three captivating story missions, the introduction of a new hero, a core game mode called Flashpoint, and an array of dazzling cosmetics.

In preparation for the release, Blizzard adorned its campus to celebrate the upcoming season. Although it was expected to generate buzz online, the surprise came when Blizzard's President shared the campus decorations in a tweet that was later deleted. Fortunately, fans saved the picture and reuploaded it on Reddit.

The image showcased a captivating Mythic Ana skin, portraying the sniper transformed into a possible Omnic. The theme of the Battle Pass revolves around Invasion, leaving fans wondering if this hints at a story spoiler or simply a fun "what-if" scenario outside the canon.

New Overwatch Hero Artwork At Blizzard Offices
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In the top left corner of the image, eagle-eyed fans spotted what appears to be the new support hero. Not much is known about her yet, but the developers have teased that she wields a highly unique weapon.

The picture also revealed Reaper, Cassidy, Pharah, and Genji donning similar Omnic-style skins. However, it remains uncertain whether these skins will be part of the Battle Pass or available in the in-game shop.

With Overwatch 2 Invasion's release just around the corner, we can expect more news and details to surface in the coming days leading up to the launch date. Exciting times lie ahead for Overwatch fans!

Overwatch 2

Overwatch 2

Overwatch 2 is a team-based first-person shooter developed and published by Blizzard Entertainment. As a sequel to the original Overwatch, the game introduces new heroes, maps, and game modes, while retaining the core gameplay mechanics that made its predecessor popular. Overwatch 2 features both Player versus Environment (PvE) and Player versus Player (PvP) modes, expanding the story and universe of Overwatch with cooperative missions and narrative-driven content. The game emphasizes teamwork, strategy, and hero-based combat, offering a dynamic and engaging experience for players.

Genres
First-Person Shooter (FPS)
Platform(s)
PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch
Release Date
Oct 4, 2022
Price
Free
Developer(s)
Blizzard Entertainment
Publisher(s)
Blizzard Entertainment
ESRB Rating
T