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Overwatch 2 – Blizzard “Steadily Making Progress” on Server Issues and Stability

Overwatch 2 – Blizzard “Steadily Making Progress” on Server Issues and Stability

Game director Aaron Keller reveals that the team is working through a "second DDoS attack." More info will be shared "as it becomes available."

Overwatch 2 Faces DDoS Attacks on Launch

Overwatch 2 Faces DDoS Attacks on Launch

Right after its launch, Overwatch 2 players are unable to connect to the game owing to DDoS attacks. Blizzard has confirmed that it has teams working on fixing the issues.

Overwatch 2 Patch Notes Outline New Content and Features, Workshop Creation and Editing Delayed

Overwatch 2 Patch Notes Outline New Content and Features, Workshop Creation and Editing Delayed

Learn all about the new features added to the sequel, which is available soon as a free-to-play, early access title on consoles and PC.

Overwatch Servers Offline Ahead of Overwatch 2 Launch

Overwatch Servers Offline Ahead of Overwatch 2 Launch

The sequel will launch as an early access free-to-play title tomorrow for Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch.

Overwatch 2 is Now Available for Pre-Load for PC Players Who Pre-Ordered

Overwatch 2 is Now Available for Pre-Load for PC Players Who Pre-Ordered

PC players who pre-ordered the Overwatch 2: Watchpoint Pack can now start pre-loading the game in preparation for its October 4 launch.

World of Warcraft: Dragonflight Launches November 28

World of Warcraft: Dragonflight Launches November 28

The long-running MMORPG's newest expansion will take players to the Dragon Isles, introducing four new zones, a new playable class and race combo, and more.

Overwatch 2 – 15 New Details You Need To Know

Overwatch 2 – 15 New Details You Need To Know

Three years after its announcement, Overwatch 2 is finally launching as a free-to-play, early title in October. Here's what you need to know.

Overwatch 2 – Competitive Changes Include Skill Tier Divisions, Game Reports, and Skill Decay

Overwatch 2 – Competitive Changes Include Skill Tier Divisions, Game Reports, and Skill Decay

Instead of updating each match, players will receive updates to their Skill Tier Division every seven wins or 20 losses.

Overwatch 2 – New Players Will Initially Have Limited Roster and Modes at Launch

Overwatch 2 – New Players Will Initially Have Limited Roster and Modes at Launch

Those creating an account on or after October 4th must complete "approximately 100 matches" to unlock all of the original heroes.

Overwatch 2 Defense Matrix Initiative Announced – SMS Protect, Machine Learning, and More Detailed

Overwatch 2 Defense Matrix Initiative Announced – SMS Protect, Machine Learning, and More Detailed

Blizzard Entertainment reveals its infrastructure for identifying bad behavior and cheating, like tying one's account to their phone number.

Overwatch 2 Launch Trailer Hypes New Heroes, Maps, and Free-to-Play

Overwatch 2 Launch Trailer Hypes New Heroes, Maps, and Free-to-Play

Free-to-play early access for the hero shooter starts on October 4th for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch and PC.

Overwatch 2 vs Overwatch 1 – 15 New Differences You Need To Know

Overwatch 2 vs Overwatch 1 – 15 New Differences You Need To Know

Overwatch 2 is nearly here and feels very familiar. What are some of the major differences from its predecessor? Find out here.

Overwatch 2 – New Push Map Esperanča Revealed in Trailer and Screenshots

Overwatch 2 – New Push Map Esperanča Revealed in Trailer and Screenshots

Set in Portugal, Esperanča features crowded streets, trolleys, numerous interiors, coffee shops, and even a gorgeous view of the port.

World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King Classic Gets New Trailer Made by Community Creator

World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King Classic Gets New Trailer Made by Community Creator

Check out a new trailer for World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King Classic. Created by a community creator, the trailer gives us a unique look at the upcoming game's various zones.

Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft is Getting The Maw and Disorder Mini-Set on September 27

Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft is Getting The Maw and Disorder Mini-Set on September 27

Blizzard has unveiled a new card set for Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft. The set involves Sylvanas, Zovaal, and plenty of puns around courtroom drama.

Overwatch 2 – Junker Queen Nerfs, DPS Buffs, and Much More Detailed Ahead of Launch

Overwatch 2 – Junker Queen Nerfs, DPS Buffs, and Much More Detailed Ahead of Launch

All heroes will now receive 30 percent refunded Ultimate charge when swapping. DPS heroes also gain a brand new role passive.

Overwatch Lead Hero Designer Has Left Blizzard

Overwatch Lead Hero Designer Has Left Blizzard

Geoff Goodman left the company earlier this year, having been with the team since launch (and even before with Project Titan).

Overwatch 2 – Kiriko’s Origin Story and Abilities Detailed in New Videos

Overwatch 2 – Kiriko’s Origin Story and Abilities Detailed in New Videos

Available when the shooter launches on October 4th, Kiriko is unlocked at tier 55 of the Season 1 Battle Pass or by purchasing the Premium Pass.

Diablo 4 Closed Beta for Endgame Announced, Public Tests Coming in Early 2023

Diablo 4 Closed Beta for Endgame Announced, Public Tests Coming in Early 2023

Participants will test post-game activities like Helltide, Whispers of the Dead, Fields of Hatred, Nightmare Dungeons, and Paragon Boards.

Overwatch Will be Playable Until October 2nd, PST

Overwatch Will be Playable Until October 2nd, PST

After that, servers will go down for 27 hours while the development team preps for launching Overwatch 2 on October 4th.