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Hayes Madsen

HISTORICAL FACTS: Overwatch 2 beta start time end dates hero reworks and 5v5 explained | History Defined


Three years ago Overwatch 2 was officially revealed at Blizzcon 2019, and after all that time the game is finally getting its first beta test. It’s been a long wait for new content- the first title hasn’t had a major update since the hero Echo was added in April 2020. It looks like there are some pretty big reworks and changes coming with Overwatch 2, including an overall shift from six-versus-six matches to five-versus-five, as well as the addition of a massive new PvE mode. For anyone looking to jump into the beta here’s everything you need to know about the start and end times, hero changes, and more.

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