Do OW1 Players Get Kiriko for Free?

Players who owned Overwatch 1 (OW1) before June 23, 2022, can unlock Kiriko for free by logging into Overwatch 2 before the end of Season 2, as part of the Founder’s Pack. This exclusive offer allows OW1 players to access Kiriko without having to reach level 55 on the free Battle Pass (BP) track or purchasing the premium BP.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

1. What do OW1 players get in Overwatch 2?: OW1 players get immediate access to Kiriko, epic skins for Doomfist and Sombra, and an icon, as well as their progression carried over from OW1, including all heroes, game modes, and skins.
2. Is Overwatch 2 free for OW1 players?: No, Overwatch 2 is free for everyone, but OW1 players do not get Overwatch 2 for free just because they owned OW1.
3. What is the Founder’s Pack?: The Founder’s Pack is a exclusive pack for OW1 players that includes Kiriko, epic skins, and other rewards, which can be redeemed by logging into Overwatch 2 before the end of Season 2.

Kiriko and Battle Pass

4. How to unlock Kiriko for free?: OW1 players can unlock Kiriko for free by logging into Overwatch 2 before the end of Season 2, while new players can unlock her by reaching level 55 on the free BP track or purchasing the premium BP.
5. Is Kiriko free in unranked?: No, Kiriko is not free in unranked mode, and new players need to unlock her through the free pass or purchase the premium BP.
6. How long will Kiriko be locked for?: According to Blizzard, a dedicated player can unlock Kiriko in two weeks, playing a minimum of 38.75 hours per week.

Overwatch 2 and Characters

7. What characters do you get for free in Overwatch 2?: New players get Junker Queen, Sojourn, Lucio, Mercy, Moira, Orisa, Pharah, and Reaper for free, while OW1 players get all heroes, game modes, and skins.
8. Do Overwatch 1 players get all characters for free?: Yes, OW1 players get all characters, game modes, and skins for free, as their progression is carried over from OW1.
9. How to unlock Ramattra for free?: Players can unlock Ramattra for free by completing matches playing as a Tank hero, winning 35 games, and eliminating three enemy bots with Void Accelerator.

Founder’s Pack and Rewards

10. Is the Founder’s Pack free for OW1 players?: Yes, the Founder’s Pack is free for OW1 players who owned OW1 before June 23, 2022, and can be redeemed by logging into Overwatch 2 before the end of Season 2.
11. How to claim the Founder’s Pack?: Players can claim the Founder’s Pack by logging into Overwatch 2 with an eligible account between June 23, 2022, and December 5, 2022.
12. What do old Overwatch players get?: Old Overwatch players get their progression carried over, including all heroes, game modes, and skins, as well as a new item pack and access to the Founder’s Pack.

Additional Questions

13. How much did Overwatch 1 sell?: Overwatch 1 sold 50 million copies, according to a Bloomberg report published in April 2022.
14. How much does Kiriko heal?: Kiriko heals for around 55 health per second, and up to 72 health per second if she lands all her talismans.
15. How to get Overwatch 2 free skins?: Players can get Overwatch 2 free skins by watching live Overwatch League matches on YouTube and connecting their Battle.net account to earn in-game rewards.