What’s the next Mythic skin in Overwatch 2?
In Overwatch 2, the Mythic skin is one of the most coveted cosmetics, and fans are eager to know what the next one will be. Hanzo has recently been confirmed as the recipient of the next Mythic skin, which will be released in Season 7, or "Rise of Darkness" as Blizzard is calling it.
The Mythic Skin Release Cycle
Before we dive into the details, let’s take a look at the release cycle of the Mythic skins in Overwatch 2. As seen in the table below, each season typically sees one new Mythic skin introduced, with the previous seasons’ skins being replaced:
| Season | Mythic Skin |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cyber Demon for Genji |
| 2 | Zeus for Junker Queen |
| 3 | Amaterasu for Kiriko |
Who’s Getting the Next Mythic Skin?
In Season 7, it’s Hanzo who will be sporting the next Mythic skin. This marks the third consecutive season where a hero from the Shimada clan is getting a Mythic skin, with Genji in Season 1 and Kiriko in Season 3 being the previous ones. Ana will be the next hero to get a Mythic skin, which will be introduced in Season 6.
What Does This Mean for Hanzo Fans?
For Hanzo fans, this is excellent news! The new Mythic skin will undoubtedly provide a fresh and exciting appearance for the hero, adding to his already impressive array of cosmetics. It will be interesting to see what design direction Blizzard takes, given Hanzo’s ninja-inspired aesthetic.
When Can We Expect the Next Mythic Skin?
The next Mythic skin will be released alongside Season 7, which is set to start on October 10th. Fans can expect to unlock the skin by progressing through the season’s Battle Pass, similar to how they have in previous seasons.
Other Mythic Skin-Related Questions Answered
In addition to Hanzo’s Mythic skin, we’ve received answers to other related questions. Here are a few key points:
- Can I still get the current Mythic skins? – Yes, you can still obtain the current Mythic skins by reaching the respective tiers in the Battle Pass.
- How do I get new Genji skin? – To obtain the legendary Genos Genji skin, you need to purchase the Genji x Genos Bundle for 1,900 Overwatch coins.
- How do I get Reinhardt Demon Lord skin? – The Demon Lord Reinhardt skin can be unlocked through the Premium Overwatch 2 Battle Pass at Tier 70.
- Is Mythic or Legendary rarer? – Legendary is a higher rarity of item than Mythic, with better being subjective (value or aesthetics).
In conclusion, the next Mythic skin in Overwatch 2 will be Hanzo’s, and fans can expect it to be released in Season 7 on October 10th. We’ll continue to update you with more information on the release cycle and potential designs for the skin.
References:
- "What’s the next Mythic skin in Overwatch 2?" – Vintageisthenewold.com
- "Overwatch 2 Season 7 to Introduce New Mythic Skin for Hanzo" – Polygon.com