Overwatch 2 upcoming Support heroes will reportedly feature new mechanics
Overwatch 2 is a comparatively new online multiplayer title with several playable characters called heroes. The game is nearing its third seasonal update and is expected to bring a brand-new hero.
The current state of Overwatch 2 is not entirely balanced, as the number of choices in each category is not the same. The heroes are situated in their respective categories concerning their abilities and the impact they can have in-game. As such, publishers are determined to level the playing field and expand the palette of heroes for the player base.
Activision introduced Overwatch 2 as a sequel to their hero-shooter title. The game quickly grew in popularity with its free-to-play tag and new in-game content. The publishers are determined to introduce new content with every seasonal update alongside various Limited Time Events (LTEs) like the “Battle for Olympus.”
Unfortunately, the upcoming Season 3 update will not release a new hero to the game. There are three basic hero categories in Overwatch 2 - Tank, Support, and Damage. The current disbalance in choices will be a factor that the developers will target to rectify in future updates.
New heroes will be introduced to the game in Season 4 and Season 6. Fans and enthusiasts can expect the two upcoming characters to be members of the Support category. They will have vividly different mechanics that have never been featured in the game.
According to the developers, the team is currently trying to bring in these developments and hopefully add to the game’s lore. This is also a direct hint that the new heroes will feature a different set of ability kits that can interact uniquely with the rest of the team.
The team is also focused on introducing major balance changes as and when
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