How do I convert legacy Credits?
To convert legacy Credits, you can use them to purchase legacy skins and other cosmetics from the Overwatch 1 era, and the process is straightforward: simply log into your Battle.net account, navigate to the Hero Gallery, select the hero you want to purchase items for, and spend your legacy Credits on eligible items. The legacy Credits will be automatically deducted from your account, and the purchased items will be added to your Overwatch 2 collection, allowing you to customize your heroes with legacy skins and other cosmetics.
Understanding Legacy Credits
What are Legacy Credits?
Legacy Credits are the leftover credits from the original Overwatch game that have carried over to Overwatch 2, and they can be used to purchase legacy skins and other cosmetics from the Overwatch 1 era.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I buy the Battle Pass with Legacy Credits? No, you cannot use Legacy Credits to purchase Premium Battle Passes, Battle Pass tiers, items from the shop, and advanced new skins that Overwatch 2’s new heroes will inevitably get over time.
- How do I spend Legacy Credits? To spend Legacy Credits, open the Hero Gallery from the main menu and select the hero you wish to purchase items for, then spend your Legacy Credits on eligible items.
- Why can’t I use my Legacy Credits in OW2? The game only gives the option to use credits when you can afford it with credits, i.e., it will only show you can buy 1500 credit skins when you have 1500 credits.
- Can I get Legacy Credits anymore? There is no way to purchase any more Legacy Credits, as the first Overwatch had players buy currency, and the developers couldn’t simply delete the entire game without compensating gamers who made purchases of these virtual coins.
- What are Legacy Coins for? Legacy Coins are essentially the coins that you didn’t spend during OW1’s cycle and have thus carried over into OW2, but won’t have the same value as regular coins.
- Is Legacy Coins legit? Legacy Coins are a legitimate way to purchase and sell coins, with many users having a good experience with the service.
- Can I buy Legacy Coins? There is no direct way to buy Legacy Coins, as they are the leftover credits from the original Overwatch game.
- What does Legacy Credits mean? Legacy Credits are basically the leftover credits that have carried over from the first game into the sequel, which can be used to purchase legacy skins and other cosmetics.
- What happened to my Overwatch Coins? If you are seeing an error with your display of Overwatch Coins, Legacy Credits, Overwatch League Tokens, or Competitive Points, try logging out of Overwatch and (if open) the Battle.net Desktop App.
- Will coins transfer to Overwatch 2? Yes, existing currencies (credits, OWL tokens, and competitive points) will come with you into Overwatch 2.
- What can I buy with Legacy Credits? You can use Legacy Credits to purchase legacy Legendary and event skins, which is great news for Overwatch players looking to add something new to their collection.
- Why can’t I spend Legacy Credits? If you cannot purchase a skin with Legacy Credits and it doesn’t show the price in this currency, it means you may not have enough credits to purchase the skin.
- Can you transfer Overwatch Coins? Overwatch Coins earned in-game will also be accessible across linked accounts on all platforms (Battle.net, Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo).
- How much is a Legendary skin with Legacy Credits? A Legendary skin can be bought with 1500 Legacy Credits, which is a great way to customize your heroes with legacy skins.
- Can you refund unused Overwatch Coins? If you recently purchased Overwatch League Tokens, you may be eligible for a refund if you did not spend them, but spent tokens are non-refundable.