Overwatch Fans Imagine What Master Chief Would Be Like as a Playable Hero

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Overwatch fans, like many other gamers, were shocked by Microsoft’s purchase of Activision Blizzard. Many are already discussing what the move means for the future of the Overwatch franchise, with some even discussing the potential for a Halo crossover.

While Overwatch crossovers have been limited to skins based on other Blizzard properties, it does seem like a possibility that cosmetics based on Xbox exclusives could become a reality. From Gears of War’s COG armor for certain heroes to some Elder Scrolls-themed cosmetics, the sky is the limit for such outfits. However, some Overwatch fans seem to believe there is extra potential when it comes to a Halo crossover. Instead of just adding Master Chief’s iconic MJOLNIR armor to the game, players are discussing what it would be like if John-117 himself joined the hero roster.

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Given how different the Overwatch and Halo universes are, this would surely never happen, though players are clearly having some fun talking about what it would be like if Master Chief was playable. A popular Reddit post from McMagicMarv provides a quick mock-up of Chief in Overwatch. Master Chief has a hero portrait in the bottom left corner of the image that gives him 400 health, with the hero seen wielding a Sniper Rifle pulled straight from his own universe. With a killfeed included, the mockup has plenty of detail.

Alongside an image of Master Chief walking through Horizon Lunar Colony, McMagicMarv suggests giving Chief an Energy Sword for his Ultimate ability. While Blizzard would need to find a way to differentiate the ability from Genji’s Dragon Blade, it would certainly be fun to wield in the hero shooter. Another Ultimate