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Overwatch 2's Stadium Mode Set to Launch with Round-Based Gameplay and Customizable Hero Builds

Blizzard unveils an innovative best-of-seven mode featuring transformative abilities, in-game upgrades, and a dedicated ranking system ahead of its April 22 debut.

Overview

  • Stadium mode introduces a best-of-seven format where players earn 'Stadium Cash' to purchase hero upgrades between rounds.
  • The mode emphasizes strategic gameplay with transformative hero abilities like Reinhardt's lava fire strike and Kiriko's cloning power.
  • Stadium will launch with 17 playable heroes, blending classic Overwatch characters with newer additions, with plans to expand the roster in future updates.
  • Players can switch between third- and first-person perspectives, with third-person recommended for managing the mode's fast-paced, chaotic gameplay.
  • The update includes a new competitive system called Stadium Leagues, offering exclusive rewards such as epic skins for standout performance.