WHEN WILL OVERWATCH 2 BE RELEASED? EXPLAINED RELEASE DATE AND 5V5 CHANGES

Blizzard unveiled Overwatch 2 gameplay yesterday, allowing fans to see 5v5 action on three different maps. Fans of the series are wondering when Overwatch 2 will be released after seeing the video. Here you'll find the most up-to-date information on the game's release date, as well as an explanation of the changes from 6v6 to 5v5.

Tank players are reportedly concerned about the game's future in 5v5 due to the removal of the second tank slot. Although there are some worried fans and teams, there are also a lot of people who are looking forward to the game.

EXPLAINED OVERWATCH 2 5V5 CHANGES

One of the updates in Overwatch 2 is the conversion of 6v6 fights to 5v5 PvP.

While fans have expressed their desire for improvements in the sequel, 5v5 PvP in Overwatch 2 has caused some concern.

This is because the shift eliminates the second tank slot from each team, leaving teams with one tank, two DPS, and two support members.

During yesterday's gameplay stream, Overwatch game director Aaron Keller clarified the move by saying that "tanks can be troublesome."

According to Polygon, Keller claims that removing one tank would simplify things and allow "players to understand all that's going on around them and make better decisions as a result."

Blizzard had also tried other team compositions such as 4v4 and 7v7, but he believes that 5v5 would make the sequel easier to grasp and enjoy for both players and viewers.

WHEN WILL OVERWATCH 2 BE RELEASED?

The release window for Overwatch 2 appears to be 2022.

Overwatch 2 has yet to be given an official release date, but according to a February earnings call, it will not be released in 2021.

On April 29th, Aaron Keller told Gamespot that the game's production is in the "mid-cycle."

There have been several reports as to when the sequel will be published, with some predicting August to Fall 2022.