The Future Arrives May 24—Overwatch™ Prepares for Battle on PC, PS4™, and Xbox One
Play Overwatch™free May 5-9 during open beta for all three platforms
Pre-purchase the team-based shooter of tomorrow TODAY at www.playoverwatch.com/buy and get a head start on the open beta for you and a friend†
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Overwatch: Origins Edition (PC) (Photo: Business Wire)
In addition to receiving the previously revealed Noire skin for Widowmaker, Overwatch's ice-cold assassin, players who preorder or pre-purchase the game for PC, PS4™ system, or Xbox One will also get a two-day head start on the upcoming Overwatch open beta for themselves and a friend.† In the open beta, players will have an opportunity to play all 21 heroes and experience the intense action, tactical depth, and vibrant world of Overwatch prior to the game's release. Following the head-start period on May 3-4 for those who have preordered, gamers everywhere will be able to assemble a team of friends and check out the game free during the all-access period from May 5-9. To learn more about the open beta, players can visit the official website.
"Overwatch is a team shooter for everyone, with deep,
cooperative gameplay, fast and fun competitive action, and a diverse
range of larger-than-life heroes," said
The Story So Far. . . .
In Overwatch, players join the ranks of a legendary force of soldiers, scientists, adventurers, and oddities, and clash on the battlefields of a near-future Earth. The game features a diverse cast of 21 heroes—each with their own unique arsenal of extraordinary weapons and incredible abilities. Teamwork is critical as players complete objectives, swap heroes on the fly, and combine their powers to game-changing effect—the action is intense, immediate, and fun.
Since the world last caught up with Overwatch at BlizzCon®
2015, Blizzard has introduced a number of game features in the ongoing
closed beta test. In a new map type, Control, teams battle to
capture and hold objectives in locations such as an omnic village in the
mountains of
In addition to Quick Play mode, which automatically matches players with teammates and opponents of similar skill online, players can test their mettle against computer-controlled opponents in a new Play Vs. AI mode, while Custom Games allow players to set special rules for hero switching, damage modifiers, and more. And there's more to come in the future: Blizzard plans to patch in new heroes and maps post-launch at no additional cost. To keep up with the latest Overwatch news, head to the official website.
Meanwhile, In Stores Everywhere. . . .
Windows PC, PS4™ system, and Xbox One gamers will be able to join the
fight for the future by picking up Overwatch: Origins Edition
(SRP:
Overwatch will also be available in a limited-edition,
retail-only Collector's Edition (SRP
Overwatch will be available in English, Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, German, European Spanish, French, Italian, Polish, Russian, Korean (PC only), Japanese (PC and PS4™ system only), and traditional and simplified Chinese (PC only).†† Overwatch has been rated T for Teen by the ESRB.
For more information about Overwatch, visit the official
website. For screenshots, videos, and other media, visit the
With multiple games in development, Blizzard has numerous positions currently available—visit http://jobs.blizzard.com for more information and to learn how to apply.
†Offer available by pre-purchasing digitally
through www.playoverwatch.com/buy
or preordering at select retailers until
††Beta/launch plans for mainland
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