--- title: "Overwatch® 2" url: "https://www.nintendoreporters.com/en/releases/nintendo-switch/overwatch-2/" description: "Overwatch 2 is an always-on and ever-evolving free-to-play, team-based action game set in an optimistic future, where every match is the ultimate 5v5 battlefield brawl." author: "Patrick Dankers" published at: "2022-10-04 00:00:00" image: "https://www.nintendoreporters.com/storage/files/overwatch-2.jpeg" markdown url: "https://www.nintendoreporters.com/en/releases/nintendo-switch/overwatch-2.md" --- Overwatch® 2 | Nintendo Switch Releases | NintendoReporters [![Overwatch® 2](https://www.nintendoreporters.com/storage/files/overwatch-2.jpeg "Overwatch® 2")](https://www.nintendoreporters.com/storage/files/overwatch-2.jpeg)Overwatch 2 is an always-on and ever-evolving free-to-play, team-based action game set in an optimistic future, where every match is the ultimate 5v5 battlefield brawl. Team up with friends and dive into the reimagined PvP experience as a time-jumping freedom fighter, a beat-dropping battlefield DJ, or one of over 30 other unique heroes as you battle it out around the globe. ## [](#35-heroes-22-maps-and-6-game-modes)35 HEROES, 22 MAPS AND 6 GAME MODES Lead the charge, ambush your enemies, or aid your allies as one of 35 distinct heroes. Take them into battle across 22 futuristic maps inspired by real-world locations, and master six unique game modes. ### [](#season-one-is-now-live)SEASON ONE IS NOW LIVE New heroes, maps, and game modes will be added in seasonal updates every nine weeks. Drop into Season One and unlock the latest hero, Kiriko, and over 20 tiers of completely free rewards on the Battle Pass. Purchase the Premium Battle Pass to unlock even more cosmetic rewards including the all-new Demon Genji Mythic skin, legendary skins, sprays, voice lines, weapon charms, and more! ### Release info - Overwatch® 2 Release date 2022-10-04 00:00:00 Publisher Blizzard Entertainment Demo available DLC available Max players 12 Age rating 12 NS Online support Cloud Saves support Voice Chat support HD Rumble support Languages japanese, english, spanish, french, german, italian, portuguese, russian, korean Genres action, first_person_shooter ### Nintendo eShop - Overwatch® 2 [EUR 0.0](https://ec.nintendo.com/NL/nl/titles/70010000022543/?utm_source=nintendoreporters.com&utm_medium=releases&utm_campaign=game-price-overview) [EUR 0.0](https://ec.nintendo.com/BE/nl/titles/70010000022543/?utm_source=nintendoreporters.com&utm_medium=releases&utm_campaign=game-price-overview) [EUR 0.0](https://ec.nintendo.com/DE/de/titles/70010000022543/?utm_source=nintendoreporters.com&utm_medium=releases&utm_campaign=game-price-overview) [EUR 0.0](https://ec.nintendo.com/FR/fr/titles/70010000022543/?utm_source=nintendoreporters.com&utm_medium=releases&utm_campaign=game-price-overview) [GBP 0.0](https://ec.nintendo.com/GB/en/titles/70010000022543/?utm_source=nintendoreporters.com&utm_medium=releases&utm_campaign=game-price-overview) [USD 0.0](https://www.nintendo.com/US/store/products/overwatch-2-switch/?utm_source=nintendoreporters.com&utm_medium=releases&utm_campaign=game-price-overview) [CAD 0.0](https://www.nintendo.com/en-ca/store/products/overwatch-2-switch/?utm_source=nintendoreporters.com&utm_medium=releases&utm_campaign=game-price-overview) [EUR 0.0](https://ec.nintendo.com/IT/it/titles/70010000022543/?utm_source=nintendoreporters.com&utm_medium=releases&utm_campaign=game-price-overview) [MXN 0.0](https://www.nintendo.com/es-mx/store/products/overwatch-2-switch/?utm_source=nintendoreporters.com&utm_medium=releases&utm_campaign=game-price-overview) [EUR 0.0](https://ec.nintendo.com/PT/pt/titles/70010000022543/?utm_source=nintendoreporters.com&utm_medium=releases&utm_campaign=game-price-overview) [EUR 0.0](https://ec.nintendo.com/ES/es/titles/70010000022543/?utm_source=nintendoreporters.com&utm_medium=releases&utm_campaign=game-price-overview) [ARS 0.0](https://www.nintendo.com/es-ar/store/products/overwatch-2-switch/?utm_source=nintendoreporters.com&utm_medium=releases&utm_campaign=game-price-overview) [BRL 0.0](https://www.nintendo.com/pt-br/store/products/overwatch-2-switch/?utm_source=nintendoreporters.com&utm_medium=releases&utm_campaign=game-price-overview) [CLP 0.0](https://www.nintendo.com/es-cl/store/products/overwatch-2-switch/?utm_source=nintendoreporters.com&utm_medium=releases&utm_campaign=game-price-overview) [COP 0.0](https://www.nintendo.com/es-co/store/products/overwatch-2-switch/?utm_source=nintendoreporters.com&utm_medium=releases&utm_campaign=game-price-overview) [PEN 0.0](https://www.nintendo.com/es-pe/store/products/overwatch-2-switch/?utm_source=nintendoreporters.com&utm_medium=releases&utm_campaign=game-price-overview) Show me all prices! 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