《守望先锋2》重大革新：回归战利品箱、特权和第三人称模式

Overwatch 2 is undergoing a major transformation in 2025. While new content is expected, core gameplay will see significant changes, most notably the introduction of hero perks.

Nearly nine years after the original Overwatch's release and two and a half years after Overwatch 2's launch, Season 15 (starting February 18th) introduces perks, fundamentally altering gameplay.

Game director Aaron Keller and the Blizzard team announced numerous updates, including new collaborations, heroes, and a revamped gameplay experience. These changes aim to revitalize Overwatch 2's player base, especially in light of competition from titles like NetEase's Marvel Rivals.

Hero Perks in Overwatch 2

Each hero will have two selectable perks: minor and major, unlocked at specific levels during a match. Minor perks offer subtle upgrades (e.g., Orisa's primary fire Heat refund on critical hits). Major perks significantly alter a hero (e.g., replacing Orisa's Javelin Spin with her Barrier). These are mutually exclusive choices, similar to Heroes of the Storm's talent system.

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Stadium: A New Round-Based Mode

Season 16 (April) introduces Stadium mode, a 5v5, best-of-7 round-based competitive mode. Players earn and spend currency between rounds to enhance their heroes' attributes or unlock significant alterations (e.g., flying Wraith Form for Reaper). While perks aren't initially included in Stadium, future integration is possible. The mode also features a third-person perspective option. It launches with 14 heroes, with more to be added.

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Overwatch Classic and 6v6 Updates

Blizzard continues experimenting with 6v6 modes, including a competitive open queue with two tanks per team. Overwatch Classic, arriving mid-Season 16, will revive the "GOATs Meta" (three tanks, three supports) from Overwatch 1.

Seasonal events like April Fools', Summer Games, and Dr. Junkenstein's Halloween event are also planned.

New Heroes: Freja and Aqua

Freja, a crossbow-wielding bounty hunter, arrives in Season 16. Concept art for the next hero, Aqua, a water-bending character, was also revealed.

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The Return of Loot Boxes

Loot boxes are returning, obtainable through the free battle pass track and weekly rewards. Transparency regarding drop rates will be provided before opening.

Competitive Updates

Season 15 resets competitive ranks, offering rewards like Galactic weapon skins. Season 16 introduces hero bans and map voting.

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Cosmetics and Collaborations

Numerous new cosmetics are planned, including Mythic skins for Zenyatta, Widowmaker, Juno, Mercy, Reaper, and D.Va. A second collaboration with LE SSERAFIM is also scheduled for March.

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Competitive Expansion

Overwatch's competitive scene is expanding with a new stage in China, increased live events, Face.it league integration, and a new tournament system. Teams will receive in-game items for fans, with proceeds benefiting the organizations.