description Overwatch Overview
Overwatch is a first-person shooter developed by Blizzard Entertainment released in 2016. The game features two teams of six players who select from a diverse roster of “heroes” and compete on map-specific objectives. Subsequent updates included new content and cosmetic items available through optional loot boxes.
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info Overwatch Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 2016 |
help Overwatch FAQ
Was the original Overwatch 6v6?
Yes, the 2016 Overwatch launched around two teams of six players. Overwatch 2 later shifted the standard format to 5v5 when it launched in October 2022.
How many heroes did Overwatch launch with?
The original Overwatch launched with 21 heroes, including Tracer, Winston, Reaper, Mercy, and Reinhardt. Blizzard expanded the roster through post-launch updates.
Did Overwatch have a campaign?
No, the original Overwatch did not have a traditional campaign. Blizzard told much of its story through animated shorts, comics, map details, and limited-time events.
What happened to the original Overwatch servers?
Blizzard shut down the original Overwatch service in October 2022 as Overwatch 2 replaced it. That means the 2016 boxed game no longer exists as a separately playable live service.
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