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Overwatch 2's Stadium Mode Debuts with Strategic Builds and Dynamic Gameplay

The new best-of-seven format introduces a unique economy and experimental hero strategies, with Soldier 76's Helix Rocket build stealing the spotlight.

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Overview

  • Stadium Mode replaces traditional matches with a best-of-seven rounds structure, featuring shorter durations and modified objectives.
  • Players can utilize an in-game economy to purchase, upgrade, and swap items, with costs varying by rarity and utility.
  • Every odd round offers a choice of 12 super buffs, enabling players to enhance specific abilities and tailor unique hero builds.
  • The Soldier 76 Helix Rocket strategy, combined with the Super Visor power, has emerged as a dominant and snowballing build.
  • Blizzard is expected to implement future balance patches to address powerful builds like Soldier 76's and refine the evolving meta.