It’s been years since Blizzard first announcedOverwatch 2, and soon fans will finally get to play it for themselves. While it’s hosted some Alpha tests, Blizzard will soon be launching the first-everOverwatch 2closed beta test starting Tuesday, April 26 and until Tuesday, May 17. Now Blizzard has confirmed more details about whatOverwatch 2enthusiasts can expect from the closed beta test.
First off, theOverwatch 2PvP betawill start at 11am PT. At this point, Blizzard will start sending invites to select participants and rolling out the beta. As the beta test progresses, it’s possible that more individuals will be sent invites to participate. Those who want a better chance at getting anOverwatch 2beta invite can try to earn access through Twitch Drops by watching select streamers on April 27 from 10:00 am PT through 6:00 pm PT.
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This firstOverwatch 2PvP beta will be exclusive to PC gamers, but there will be future opportunities for those on other platforms to check it out. Blizzard has confirmed that it plans on hosting more beta tests beforeOverwatch 2’s launch, and that console gamers are figured into those plans. Exact details will likely have to wait until some time after the first beta on PC comes to a close on May 17.
Overwatch 2 Beta Date and Time
LuckyOverwatchfans that get an invite to the beta should note that progress made won’t carry into the full game. As it stands, Blizzard has not announced any kind ofOverwatch 2release date, and so fans should’ve expected that to be the case. And since theOverwatch 2PvP beta is just that - a beta - it will not be fully-featured as the original game, so don’t expectCompetitive modeor player endorsements.
WhatOverwatchfans can expect, however, is access to the new game mode Push as well as the chance to play asnew Damage hero Sojourn. Not only that, but theOverwatch 2beta will also give fans their first taste of what 5v5Overwatchis like. The switch from 6v6 to 5v5 matches is going to be a massive change to the say the least, and it will be interesting to see if Blizzard is able to pull it off. Feedback from the beta will no doubt prove valuable when it comes to adjustingOverwatch 2and ensuring that it launches in as strong a state as possible.
