Overwatch Season 9 Release Date: Blizzard recently released a trailer for Season 9 of Overwatch 2’s esports, introducing a new Hero mastery and numerous major changes. This announcement has heightened speculation about the upcoming season’s content. So, when will it be released and what can you expect? Let’s find out.
Overwatch Season 9 Release Date
The new season of Overwatch 2 will commence after the conclusion of the previous season. Season 8 is set to wrap up on February 13, 2024, and Season 9 is expected to release on the same day in the UK and USA.
- Esports: Overwatch 2
- Developers: Blizzard Entertainment
- Director: Aaron Keller
- Franchise: Overwatch
- Publishers: Blizzard Entertainment
- Genre: First-person shooter
- Announced: 2019
- Season: 9
- Release Date: 13 February 2024
- Mode: Multiplayer
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Trailer of Overwatch 2 Season 9
The trailer for Overwatch Season 9, released on February 7, showcases several new features including a complete competitive rework, rank reset, jade weapon skins, and more. The season, named “Champions,” introduces the Cosmo crisis and a new mission called Gauntlet.
The trailer also hints at a crossover with the popular anime “Cowboy Bebop,” featuring its music. However, it doesn’t reveal the new map, which many fans noticed. Despite this, the trailer provides intriguing insights into Season 9.
What We Saw in Overwatch Season 8?
To understand the changes in the Overwatch Season 9, let’s recap the highlights of Season 8. One of the major additions was the new Hero, Mauga, from the original Overwatch, who wields dual weapons and has strategic gameplay.
Mauga was the only tank available in free mode in the Battle of Beats event. Season 8 also featured Sombra’s jit, but overall, it didn’t resonate well with players. The new season, however, looks promising.
What Can You Expect in Season 9?
While no new hero is introduced in Overwatch Season 9, several exciting updates are on the horizon:
- Competitive Rework: Players can now update their ranks after each match, instead of after nine games.
- New Mission Gauntlet: Players will defend the tower against enemies.
- New Rank System: Players of different ranks, such as bronze and diamond, can team up. A new rank, “Ultimate,” has been added, above the grandmaster rank.
- Self-Heal Passive: Tank and damage heroes now have a self-heal passive ability.
- Jade Weapon Skins: New rewards, including Jade weapon skins, can be earned through competitive points.
- Battle Pass: This season’s battle pass includes Mythic skin for Moira, shop skins, and an ancient cellar. Additional skins and cosmetics can also be unlocked.
Upcoming Seasons
Blizzard announced plans to introduce a new clash mode with the Hanoka map in upcoming seasons. Although it wasn’t released with Overwatch Season 9, it is expected soon. Two new heroes are slated for later in 2024: the Damage Hero Venture in Season 10 and the Support Hero Space Ranger in Season 12.
Overwatch 2 returns with a new season to enhance the players’ experience, packed with new challenges and ranks. Get ready, game enthusiasts, as this Overwatch season embarks on a new adventure.