Overwatch 2's 5v5 Change Isn't Working
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Overwatch 2 recently launched its open beta, and its new 5v5 formatting is introducing more challenges to the game's longevity and identity. While Blizzard's news on Overwatch 2's development was released in irregular segments, but lowering the total number of players in each match took the community by surprise. While Overwatch 2 takes numerous features from the first game, many heroes and roles experienced profound changes to fit the new maps and meta introduced in the sequel. Unfortunately, early opinions in the open beta are mixed regarding the new game mechanic, which could raise more problems than Blizzard can handle with its latest flagship title.
Overwatch 2, much like the first game, is a team-based hero shooter with a selection of over thirty unique characters from the previous game. Additionally, OW2 launches with a new character: Sojourn. Blizzard plans to releaseOverwatch 2 with a new game mode (Push), a story campaign, a ping system, and more updated gameplay features in its finished form. Fans can also expect new maps, characters, and seasonal events added throughout the game's lifetime. Unfortunately, it's unlikely for Blizzard to waver on its 5v5 team format and restore Overwatch's original team compositions. While the community should adapt to this change in the
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