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Blizzard Revives Loot Boxes and Overwatch 1 Features in Overwatch 2’s Season 15 Update

The latest update brings back nostalgic elements and introduces new mechanics, but community concerns remain over match quality and loot box availability.

Junker Queen doing a thumbs down in Overwatch 2

Overview

  • Blizzard reintroduced loot boxes in Overwatch 2’s Season 15 update, a feature heavily requested by the community after its removal in the sequel's transition to free-to-play.
  • Players are praising the return of Overwatch 1 features, including nostalgic UI elements like the old Overtime UI and other iconic design elements that enhance the gameplay experience.
  • The update also introduced Hero Perks, a new mechanic granting characters additional abilities, which has been well-received for revitalizing the game.
  • Concerns have been raised about the limited availability of loot boxes, with players calling for more ways to earn them and suggesting potential improvements to the reward system.
  • Some community members worry that incentivizing loot box rewards through role-specific gameplay could lead to poor match quality, as players might exploit the system without engaging properly in matches.