Free-to-start on another platform.
An Overwatch 2 Steam release was today confirmed by Activision Blizzard, part of a new wave of titles likely coming as part of Microsoft’s upcoming acquisition of the publisher.
“We’re excited to announce that we are bringing a selection of our games to Steam, starting with Overwatch 2… which will be available on the platform August 10,” the publisher today advised.
“It’s our goal at Blizzard to listen to players and try to exceed their expectations in everything we do,” said Mike Ybarra, President of Blizzard Entertainment. “While Battle.net remains a priority for us now and into the future, we’ve heard players want the choice of Steam for a selection of our games, starting with Overwatch 2 on August 10th. We’re happy to work with Valve to make that happen.”
“Gamers and developers are both going to benefit from Overwatch 2 coming to Steam,” added Gabe Newell of Valve. “Gamers will have another platform where they can play a beloved game that utilizes the capabilities of Steam, and developers will benefit from the effects of having the talented team at Blizzard helping us evolve our supported features and functionality for Overwatch 2.”
If you’re keen to play the free-to-start title — because things like permanent story missions will cost you — on Steam, you can head here to wishlist it ahead of its 10 August release.
Overwatch 2 is currently available on Windows PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X, PS4, PS5 and Switch.
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