Overwatch 2 Leak Hints at Battle Pass

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Overwatch 2 has long been on the horizon following its initial reveal in November 2019 and, after a long period without news or updates, the game seemed destined to never release. As Overwatch receives less attention from Blizzard, it’s ever more likely that Overwatch 2 is entering the final stages of development which also typically means new leaks. The latest comes from an ArtStation screenshot, revealing a certain element sure to pique players’ interest.

The screenshot was posted by former Blizzard Senior UI Artist, Jayson Kirby, who worked at the company from 2017-2020. Kirby uploaded a set of images and videos on the site as part of a resume, showing off the new updated design of the Overwatch 2 HUD and menus. One intriguing feature seen on the main menu is the “Battle Pass” section, potentially hinting at a new microtransaction model for the upcoming game.

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Though it must be stressed that these screenshots show two-year-old version of the UI and are not representative of the final product, it wouldn’t be surprising to see a Battle Pass system featured in Overwatch 2. After the huge financial success of games like Fortnite, which made $1.8 billion in revenue in 2019, many live service games like Call of Duty: Warzone have adopted a similar model, substantiating a fixed one-time payment with a Battle Pass subscription.

The appearance of a “Challenges” section beneath the “Battle Pass” adds further to the possibility of one appearing in the final product. While achievements have always been present in Overwatch, getting them only unlocks sprays for the character being played. The addition of challenges would bring the game more in line with other live services, which