How to Get the Hanzo “Nihon” Skin in Overwatch 2
The Hanzo “Nihon” skin is a popular cosmetic item in Overwatch 2, offering a unique visual style for the sharpshooting archer. This article will delve into how you can obtain this skin and explore some related frequently asked questions about Hanzo and his cosmetics.
Directly Obtaining the “Nihon” Skin
The “Nihon” Hanzo skin is classified as an Epic skin and can be acquired in two primary ways:
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Nihon Hanzo Bundle: The skin is available as part of the “Nihon Hanzo Bundle,” which can be purchased for 1200 Overwatch Coins. This bundle might include additional cosmetic items alongside the skin, potentially offering extra value.
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Individual Purchase: If you only desire the “Nihon” skin, it can be purchased individually from the Overwatch 2 Hero Gallery for 1000 Overwatch Coins.
To access the skin, simply navigate to the Hero Gallery within the game. Select Hanzo and look for the “Nihon” skin. If you have the required Overwatch Coins, you can purchase it directly. If you are looking at bundles, search for the associated bundle in the Overwatch Store.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Hanzo Skins and More
Here are 15 frequently asked questions regarding Hanzo skins and other relevant information:
1. How do you get the Mythic Hanzo Skin?
The Mythic Hanzo skin, named Onryo Hanzo, was available as the ultimate reward of the Season 7 Battle Pass. To obtain it, you needed to purchase the Premium Season 7 Battle Pass and reach tier 80 by completing matches and earning Battle Pass XP. As of current updates, the only way to obtain the skin is if the developer releases the mythic skin for purchase in the shop.
2. Can you get Hanzo skins for free?
While many skins require Overwatch Coins, some are available through gameplay or specific events. However, the “Nihon” skin cannot be obtained for free, it requires either purchase of the bundle or as an individual purchase. Other skins like the Onryo Hanzo required a battle pass. Some skins can be obtained through twitch drops or events that occur at the developer’s discretion.
3. How do you get the Cupid Hanzo skin?
The Cupid Hanzo skin is available for purchase in the in-game store for 1,500 Overwatch Coins. It is not tied to any specific challenges or events. However, a special event in game “Loverwatch” could reward players with this skin through completing the secret Hanzo route. In addition, the Cupid Hanzo skin can also be obtained in a bundle for 2,600 Overwatch coins.
4. How many legendary skins does Hanzo have?
Hanzo has a total of 14 legendary skins available in Overwatch 2, each providing a different aesthetic. The legendary skins can often be found in the in-game shop and sometimes as twitch drops.
5. What is the best skin for Hanzo?
The “best” skin is subjective and depends on personal preference. However, community surveys often rank the Okami (White) skin highly, alongside Lone Wolf (Red), followed by Young Master (Blue), and Young Hanzo (Orange).
6. Does Hanzo have bionic legs?
No, Hanzo does not have prosthetic legs. This has been confirmed by Jeff Kaplan and Michael Chu from the Overwatch team.
7. Will the Cupid Hanzo skin be free?
The Cupid Hanzo skin is usually a paid cosmetic and is not available for free through normal means. You will need to purchase this one from the in-game shop using Overwatch Coins or through the Loverwatch secret route.
8. Can you still get the Oni Genji skin?
The Oni Genji skin was a reward for the first week of the Nexus Challenge 2.0 event. This event is no longer active, making it impossible to obtain this skin now. Additionally, it is not available on consoles.
9. How much is the Hanzo Elite skin?
The Hanzo Insidious Tutor skin is classified as an Elite skin and is available for 749 Diamonds. The in-game diamonds currency is typically available in limited-time events and bundles.
10. How do you buy the Mythic Genji skin?
The Cyber Demon Genji mythic skin was obtained by reaching the end of the Season 6 battle pass. By completing the premium battle pass, you could earn the Mythic skin. With added XP boosts from unlocking the premium battle pass and grouping up with friends, this made it easier to obtain. As of current updates, the only way to obtain the skin is if the developer releases the mythic skin for purchase in the shop.
11. How do you get the golden Hanzo weapon?
Golden weapon skins are primarily awarded for accumulating 3,000 Competitive Points in Overwatch 2’s competitive mode. There is a work-around where by getting “killed by” the Golden Bow, this unlocks the golden bow achievement.
12. How do you get Cupid Hanzo in the Loverwatch game?
In Loverwatch, complete the Hanzo secret route by completing two full play throughs of the event. Upon commencing the third play through, Hanzo will appear in the role of Cupid.
13. How do you unlock Genji?
Genji is one of the base characters available to all players in Overwatch 2. You can unlock him by simply completing the initial tutorial and playing a few matches. All hero’s are unlocked after 150 unranked matches.
14. Has Genji forgiven Hanzo?
In Overwatch lore, Genji has told Hanzo that he has forgiven him for his actions. However, there is still a strained relationship between the two due to the events that followed.
15. Why does Hanzo use a bow and not a sword?
Hanzo is a master swordsman in the Overwatch lore and is believed to be more skilled with a sword than his brother, Genji. It is theorized that he stopped using his sword after almost killing his brother with one. He is seen visiting a shrine and lighting incense as part of his prayer for his brother.
Conclusion
The Hanzo “Nihon” skin is a purchasable cosmetic available in the in-game shop and Hero Gallery. Players who want to add the skin to their collection should be ready to spend their Overwatch coins. With a variety of other skins available, including Legendaries and Mythics, players can express themselves and their love of Overwatch’s cast of heroes. The FAQs provided here should give you a deeper understanding of Hanzo and his cosmetics. Happy gaming!