Overwatch in its current form is done. |UP| New Overwatch League and Ecosystem detailed.

[Gamernyc78]

The Overwatch League appears to be over

The Overwatch League seems to be no more. "We are transitioning from the Overwatch League and evolving competitive Overwatch in a new direction," a Blizzard spokesperson told Engadget.

www.engadget.com

The Overwatch League (OWL) appears to be no more after six seasons. A Blizzard spokesperson told Engadget that "We are transitioning from the Overwatch League and evolving competitive Overwatch in a new direction." That's not to say the publisher is pulling out of Overwatch esports altogether. "We are grateful to everyone who made OWL possible and remain focused on building our vision of a revitalized esports program," the statement read. "We are excited to share details with you all in the near future."

In July, Activision Blizzard laid off around 50 esports staff and revealed that, after the 2023 season, OWL team owners would hold a vote to determine whether they'd continue with the league. Activision Blizzard said that if teams opted out, it would pay each of them a termination fee of $6 million. Blizzard has not said whether the vote has taken place and, if so, what the results were.

Update 1/22/24
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The New Overwatch Esports Ecosystem​

Overwatch is a competitive game at its core. It's fast, dynamic, and at its best when two closely matched teams are battling it out for victory.
Our goal as a development team is to ensure that all of our players have the opportunity to experience the thrill of competition - From the highs and lows of organized group play to the excitement of watching the world's best players competing at live events. Esports competitions are vital to any thriving competitive game, and Overwatch 2 is no different. Today, we’re excited to talk about what is next for Overwatch Esports.
Our philosophy moving into our next chapter of Overwatch Esports is simple: offer and cultivate an esports ecosystem that is more open - with anyone able to participate - always-on, regionally focused, providing experiences for participants and fans alike. Overwatch 2 is a game for everyone, and we want to ensure that anyone who has the skills is able to showcase them.

 

[Bryank75]

Was never a fan of Overwatch, never understood the hype around it.

I guess I was like that with Fortnite too though... just never had any desire to be in that.

 

[Zzero]

Overwatch was such a shitty game to actually watch, too, not sure how "OWL" ever made any money.

 

[Playstation Sucka]

Was never a fan of Overwatch, never understood the hype around it.

I guess I was like that with Fortnite too though... just never had any desire to be in that.

Character designs and art direction
It's very Pixar looking game people make indirect correlation to Pixar
So actually the Pixar/DreamWorks artysle alleviated it more than anything else

 

[John Elden Ring]

The New Overwatch Esports Ecosystem​

Overwatch is a competitive game at its core. It's fast, dynamic, and at its best when two closely matched teams are battling it out for victory.
Our goal as a development team is to ensure that all of our players have the opportunity to experience the thrill of competition - From the highs and lows of organized group play to the excitement of watching the world's best players competing at live events. Esports competitions are vital to any thriving competitive game, and Overwatch 2 is no different. Today, we’re excited to talk about what is next for Overwatch Esports.
Our philosophy moving into our next chapter of Overwatch Esports is simple: offer and cultivate an esports ecosystem that is more open - with anyone able to participate - always-on, regionally focused, providing experiences for participants and fans alike. Overwatch 2 is a game for everyone, and we want to ensure that anyone who has the skills is able to showcase them.

 

[Gamernyc78]

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[Gamernyc78]

Overwatch 2: Roar Into the Lunar New Year – Year of the Dragon Now Live​

Roar Into the Lunar New Year – Year of the Dragon Now Live

Play fan-favorite Prop Hunt and earn new rewards as you celebrate the Lunar New Year in Overwatch 2.

overwatch.blizzard.com

 

[Batzy]

Overwatch 2: Roar Into the Lunar New Year – Year of the Dragon Now Live​

Roar Into the Lunar New Year – Year of the Dragon Now Live

Play fan-favorite Prop Hunt and earn new rewards as you celebrate the Lunar New Year in Overwatch 2.

overwatch.blizzard.com

I hate to say it, but Fortnite has a better prop hunt. And i hate that mode in general.

 

[Gamernyc78]

I hate to say it, but Fortnite has a better prop hunt. And i hate that mode in general.

I couldn't get into overwatch 2 at all.