What happens to Overwatch 1 players when 2 comes out?
When Overwatch 2 comes out, Overwatch 1 players will have their game replaced with the new version, and they will not be able to play the original game anymore, but they will have access to all the skins, voice lines, and other cosmetics they unlocked in the original game. The transition to Overwatch 2 will bring new features, including a new Support hero named Kiriko, and Overwatch 1 players will get access to this new hero immediately.
Understanding the Transition
The release of Overwatch 2 marks a significant change for Overwatch 1 players, as the original game will cease to exist and be replaced by its sequel. This change raises several questions about what happens to player progress, skins, and access to the new game.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can you play Overwatch 1 after 2 comes out?
No, it will be impossible to play Overwatch 1 after Overwatch 2 comes out, as the original game will be completely replaced by its sequel.
2. Will Overwatch 1 players get Overwatch 2?
Yes, Overwatch 1 players will get access to Overwatch 2, as it is more like a second chapter or an iteration of the first game, and anyone who owns the first game will be able to play the second game.
3. What happens to Overwatch 1 when Overwatch 2 releases?
The original Overwatch game will be shut down, and when the servers come back online, Overwatch 1 will cease to exist, and Overwatch 2 will take its place.
4. What will happen to Overwatch 1 skins?
Overwatch 1 skins will still be available in Overwatch 2, and players will have access to all the skins they unlocked in the original game.
5. Why did my Overwatch 1 skins not transfer over?
If Overwatch 1 skins did not transfer over, it may be because the player is not logged into the correct Battle.net account or has not merged their console accounts with their Battle.net account.
6. Is Overwatch 1 disappearing?
Yes, Overwatch 1 is disappearing, as the game will be shut down and replaced by Overwatch 2.
7. Do Overwatch 1 players get anything?
Yes, Overwatch 1 players will have access to all the skins, voice lines, and other cosmetics they unlocked in the original game, as well as the new Support hero Kiriko.
8. Is Overwatch 1 unplayable now?
Yes, Overwatch 1 is unplayable now, as the game has been shut down and replaced by Overwatch 2.
9. What if I already have Overwatch 1? Do you have to buy OW2?
No, players who already have Overwatch 1 do not have to buy Overwatch 2, as the new game will be available to them as an update.
10. Can I still merge my Overwatch accounts?
Only progress between consoles and PC can be merged, and Overwatch progression earned on one console or PC account cannot be merged to the same type of account.
11. Did Overwatch 1 players get Overwatch 2 free?
No, Overwatch 2 is not entirely free, but the game’s multiplayer mode is free, and players who own Overwatch 1 will have access to the new game.
12. How much did Overwatch 1 cost?
Overwatch 1 originally cost $39.99, but it was later discounted to $19.99, and the Legendary Edition cost $59.99, later discounted to $29.99.
13. Can I get a refund for Overwatch 1?
No, players who bought Overwatch 1 are not eligible for a refund, as they have already played the game and used its content.
14. Will Overwatch 1 owners get all characters?
Yes, Overwatch 1 owners will have access to every hero except for Kiriko, while players who did not own Overwatch 1 will only start with 15 of the 35 heroes unlocked.
15. Do Overwatch 1 players get all characters for free?
Yes, Overwatch 1 players will have access to the entire 35-hero roster from the start, as long as their account is merged with their main Battle.net account.