Are Overwatch 1 Skins Going Away? A Guide to What You Need to Know
Direct Answer: Yes, you will be able to take your Overwatch 1 skins with you into Overwatch 2.
Will My Skins be Available in Overwatch 2?
Blizzard Entertainment has made it clear that all Epic and Legendary skins from Overwatch 1 will be available for play in Overwatch 2. This is fantastic news for fans of the game who have invested a lot of time and credits in earning their favorite skins.
Unlocking Skins in Overwatch 2
Here are some important details to keep in mind about unlocking skins in Overwatch 2:
| Overwatch 1 | Overwatch 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Legendary Skins | Unlocked via Hero Gallery | Unlocked via Hero Gallery |
| Epic Skins | Unlocked via Hero Gallery | Unlocked via Hero Gallery |
All of your unlocked Epic and Legendary skins will be available for use in Overwatch 2, and you won’t need to unlock them again.
What About Skin Levels?
Skin levels won’t carry over into Overwatch 2, but don’t worry – your progress will still be there.
Carrying Over Your Progress in Overwatch 2
Here are the key details about carrying over your progress into Overwatch 2:
- The highest player level you reached in OW1 will be displayed in your profile, frozen forever in time as a memory of your past accomplishments.
- Your progress will carry over into OW2, and you can continue playing with your favorite heroes, roles, and playstyles.
- Unlocking new skins in OW1 won’t affect your unlock rate in OW2.
What about New Skins in Overwatch 2?
New skins will be released regularly in Overwatch 2, including themed event skins and seasonal releases.
How to Carry Your Overwatch 1 Skins into Overwatch 2
To carry your Overwatch 1 skins into Overwatch 2, simply:
- Connect your Battle.net account to play Overwatch 2.
- Sign in with your Battle.net username and password.
- Your unlocked skins from OW1 will be available for play in OW2.
Conclusion
The bad news for fans of Overwatch 1 skins is that skin levels won’t carry over into Overwatch 2, and only the highest player level reached will be displayed in your profile. However, this should be a small consolation when compared to the fact that all of your unlocked Epic and Legendary skins from Overwatch 1 will be available for play in Overwatch 2.