Overwatch 2 Reveals New Hero, Early Access Release Date
Overwatch fans have been waiting years to see more of Overwatch 2 in action, and they finally got their wish at the Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase. Blizzard not only released a new trailer for Overwatch 2, but also confirmed the game's early access release date, the fact that it's going free-to-play, and that the long-rumored Junker Queen is finally coming to the roster as a playable hero.
As announced at the Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase, Overwatch 2 will be available in early access beginning October 4. When the game launches, Overwatch fans will be able to play as previously-revealed new hero Sojourn, as well as the newly revealed Junker Queen. Overwatch fans can get a look at Junker Queen's abilities in the trailer, though more specifics on what her character will entail will have to wait for later this week.
A special Overwatch 2 event has been confirmed for Thursday, June 16, at which point fans will learn more about the game and Junker Queen. The event is scheduled to take place at 10am PT, so Overwatch fans should mark their calendars accordingly.
In the meantime, it was also confirmed that Overwatch 2 PvP will be free-to-play when it launches in early access on October 4.
Overwatch 2 launches in early access on October 4.
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