It's worth noting that 8 Prestige Tier titles, which become available only after progressing through the entire battle pass, are also part of its free track. The free track still dishes out goodies as you play but, if you're adamant about looking super stylish while killing opponents, you'll have to consider spending some money. 'The first phase of our new FTUE rapidly unlocks all the game modes and the ability to chat in-game, and the second phase unlocks all the original Overwatch heroes over the course of approximately 100 matches,' the developer explains.Īs is the case in other titles, Overwatch 2's free-to-play users have access to fewer, less shiny cosmetic items from the battle pass.

Should you miss out on a season's battle pass, its associated heroes will be obtainable through special challenges or the in-game store, but the latter won't be free.Īlternatively, paying for the premium battle pass instantly unlocks its associated hero, which means that Watchpoint Pack owners also get Kiriko instantly.įirst-time players who do not own the Watchpoint Pack will have to go through a separate experience that gradually unlocks the game's modes and the roster of the original title. You can remain a free-to-play Overwatch 2 user and unlock every new hero, as long as you reach tier 55 of its free battle pass. This will be the case with future heroes, as well. Kiriko is also obtainable without spending a dime, although you'll have to reach tier 55 of the Season 1 battle pass' free track in order to unlock her.

Owners of the original or Watchpoint Pack get access to the original's full roster of heroes alongside Junker Queen and Sojourn right away. As long as you have a account, you can download the shooter using Blizzard's own launcher and play with your friends, regardless of platform. This means that, as opposed to its predecessor, you won't need to purchase anything to play the game's PvP mode. Reiterating for clarity's sake, yes, Overwatch 2 will be a free-to-play title from the moment it becomes available in early access, on October 4.

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