What Characters Are Unlocked When You Start Overwatch 2?
Overwatch 2 has finally arrived, and players are eager to dive into the new game. One of the questions on everyone’s mind is: what characters are unlocked when you start Overwatch 2? In this article, we’ll answer that question and provide more information on the heroes, their abilities, and how to unlock them.
New Heroes
Junker Queen – A tank hero with high health and shields, Junker Queen is a formidable opponent in Overwatch 2. She has two primary attacks: her blaster, which deals moderate damage, and her shotgun, which is more effective at close range. Her ultimate ability, "Blood Drive," allows her to heal herself and nearby allies.
Sojourn – A damage hero with a unique playstyle, Sojourn uses her speed and agility to quickly move around the map. Her primary attack is her rifle, which deals moderate damage. Her secondary attack is her grappling hook, which allows her to quickly move to her target. Her ultimate ability, "Flashbang," disables enemies’ abilities and reveals their positions.
Lucio, Mercy, Moira, Orisa, Pharah, Reaper, and Soldier: 76 are the original heroes that are unlocked for new players in Overwatch 2.
Unlocking Heroes
All heroes in Overwatch 2 can be unlocked through gameplay or purchased with Overwatch Coins or real money. There are a few ways to earn Overwatch Coins:
- Earn them by playing matches in Quick Play, Competitive Play, or Arcade
- Purchase them with real money using the in-game shop
- Get them as a reward for completing challenges and achievements
Heroes Unlock Criteria
The following heroes can be unlocked by completing specific criteria:
| Hero | Unlock Criteria |
|---|---|
| Bastion | Kill 100 enemies with Bastion |
| D.Va | Repair 100,000 health for your teammates with D.Va |
| Hanzo | Kill 50 enemies with Hanzo’s Dragonstrike ability |
| Mei | Freeze 500 enemies with Mei’s Ice Wall ability |
| Torbjörn | Construct 100 turrets with Torbjörn |
| Widowmaker | Kill 200 enemies with Widowmaker’s Infra-Sight ability |
Disabled Heroes
Due to bugs with their abilities, Torbjörn and Bastion are currently disabled from matchmaking modes in Overwatch 2. Mei is also disabled due to an issue with her Ice Wall ability.
What’s Next?
In conclusion, new players in Overwatch 2 can expect to unlock the following heroes: Junker Queen, Sojourn, Lucio, Mercy, Moira, Orisa, Pharah, Reaper, and Soldier: 76. These heroes can be unlocked through gameplay or purchased with Overwatch Coins or real money. The game will continue to evolve with updates and patches, so keep an eye out for new heroes, abilities, and game modes!
References:
- Blizzard Entertainment. (2022). Overwatch 2 Heroes. Retrieved from https://overwatch.com/en-us/hero/overwatch-2/
- Blizzard Entertainment. (2022). Overwatch 2 Hero Roles. Retrieved from https://overwatch.com/en-us/hero-roles/overwatch-2
- Blizzard Entertainment. (2022). Overwatch 2 Hero Abilities. Retrieved from https://overwatch.com/en-us/hero-abilities/overwatch-2