Fact check: Do you need Nintendo Switch Online to play Overwatch 2?
Overwatch 2 is a free-to-play, multiplayer hero-shooter game available across major platforms, including PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. Despite official announcements regarding its free-for-all nature, some players are confused about the game's multiplayer modes requirements, especially on consoles.
As per trends from the past, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch endorse additional subscription plans to experience multiplayer modes in certain video games. Luckily, that's not the case with Overwatch 2.
You can also initiate random matchmaking to find a team and get into a competitive/unranked match without spending a dime. Similarly, one doesn't require an Xbox Live or PlayStation Plus subscription to play Overwatch 2 on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, or Xbox Series X|S.
2016's Overwatch issued a different case, though. It was a pay-to-play game and demanded a monthly online subscription on Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation.
Overwatch doesn't have a single-player mode. There was no way for players on consoles to avoid additional subscriptions. PC gamers had a major advantage in this case. However, things changed as major console developers chose to change their unfair policies for good.
Free-to-play games on consoles don't require an additional subscription for multiplayer modes. Console companies have initiated this positive change to respect the game's free-to-play policy and make such experiences entirely free, as promised.
Not only can Overwatch 2 be downloaded for free, but players can also team up with the popular hero-shooter without having to endure a monthly cost.
Despite Overwatch 2 being completely free, it does come with a large share of microtransactions. With real money, one can buy
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