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Overwatch® 2
Action
Free To Play
Multi-player
PvP
Online PvP
Co-op
Online Co-op
Cross-Platform Multiplayer
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
In-App Purchases
Adjustable Text Size
Camera Comfort
Chat Speech-to-text
Chat Text-to-speech
Color Alternatives
Custom Volume Controls
Playable without Timed Input
Stereo Sound
Subtitle Options
Surround Sound

Overwatch 2 is a critically acclaimed, team-based shooter game set in an optimistic future with an evolving roster of heroes. Team up with friends and jump in today.

Developers: Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
Publishers: Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
Release Date: Aug 10, 2023
Price (USD): Free
Current Players: 37k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mostly Negative(34%)
core gameplay
hero shooter
art style
playing with friends
graphics
new heroes
queue times
5v5 shift
monetization
matchmaking issues
toxic community
The general sentiment of reviews for this game leans negative. Players express significant frustration with the shift to 5v5, resulting imbalance, and monetization practices seen as excessively greedy. Graphics and sound are well-received, but toxic community behavior and matchmaking issues contribute to a negative play experience for many. However, there are still points of enjoyment noted, particularly when playing with friends or appreciating the game's design. Overall, the sentiment is torn between the fun core mechanics and frustrating implementation decisions.

Positive Points

  • Many players enjoy the core gameplay mechanics and find the hero shooter concept engaging.
  • Some players appreciate the game's updates and changes over time, mentioning that it has improved since initial release.
  • The art style and character designs are frequently praised for being vibrant and unique.
  • Playing with friends is often highlighted as a fun experience, enhancing the enjoyment of matches.

    • Negative Points

  • The game's shift from 6v6 to 5v5 and changes in character roles are widely disliked, with many feeling it impacts balance and enjoyment.
  • Monetization practices, including expensive skins and paywalls, are heavily criticized as greedy and negatively affecting the experience.
  • Matchmaking and balance issues are a common complaint, with many feeling that games are often unbalanced and frustrating.
  • The game's community is frequently described as toxic, contributing to a negative playing experience for many.

    • Mixed Points

  • While some appreciate the addition of new heroes and content, others feel that these introduce imbalance or detract from the original game's simplicity.
  • Graphics and sound are generally praised, but the changes in visual effects are seen by some as detracting from clarity in gameplay.
  • Queue times and connection stability receive mixed reviews, with some experiencing long waits or frequent disconnections.

    • Common Themes

  • Nostalgia for the original Overwatch and disappointment with Overwatch 2's changes, especially the monetization shift.
  • Frustration with matchmaking and the game's toxicity, which many feel detracts from the fun of playing.
  • Enjoyment of the game's fast-paced gameplay and hero variety, though often overshadowed by other issues.
    • Updated 12/12/2025, 12:01:54 AM UTC
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