Blizzard has made a major announcement that has set the gaming community abuzz. In an unexpected move, the company has revealed that Overwatch 2 will be launching on Steam on August 10. This decision marks a significant shift in Blizzard’s PC release strategy, indicating their plan to expand beyond their proprietary PC launcher.
Blizzard believes that Overwatch 2, being a free-to-play game, is the perfect title to initiate this transition to Steam. While other Blizzard games’ arrival on Steam remains undisclosed, the company has assured fans that the details will be unveiled at the appropriate time.
One of the key elements to note is that players will still require a Battle.net account to play Overwatch 2 on Steam; however, the game will now run directly through the storefront, rather than acting as a middle-man launch through Battle.net. This means that players will have access to Battle.net features like cross-play while also reaping the benefits of Steam, such as earning achievements.
The arrival of Overwatch 2 on Steam is a significant development for Steam users who will now be spared the trouble of downloading yet another PC launcher. Additionally, it opens up Blizzard’s catalog to a much wider audience, as their games were previously solely accessible through Battle.net.
The move has ignited a flurry of speculation within the gaming community, with enthusiasts eagerly discussing which other Blizzard games might soon make their way to Steam. Exciting possibilities being floated around include popular titles like Diablo IV or World of Warcraft.
For those seeking more information on Overwatch 2, Jala News recommends checking out the hands-on impressions of the upcoming PvE story missions. As the release date draws near, the anticipation among fans only continues to escalate. Stay tuned for further updates from Blizzard on their expansion plans to Steam.
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