Overwatch 2 Unveils Exclusive Events in China

Summary

• Overwatch 2 is set to return to China on February 19, featuring rewards from Seasons 1-9.
• Chinese players will have the opportunity to earn Battle Pass rewards and participate in exciting in-game events.
• Season 15 will introduce skin bundles inspired by Chinese mythology, though specific details remain sparse.

Overwatch 2 is making a triumphant return to China, bringing with it a host of exciting events and rewards. Players in China will be able to dive back into the action on Future Earth starting February 19, coinciding with the launch of Season 15.

The announcement of Overwatch 2's return to China has generated significant buzz. A technical test held from January 8 to January 15 allowed players to preview content they missed, including Overwatch: Classic and the six new heroes introduced since the servers shut down in China during Season 2.

Following the successful technical test, Overwatch 2 has unveiled some of the thrilling experiences awaiting Chinese players. In a message posted by game director Aaron Keller on Xiaohongshu (also known as RedNote), it was announced that a multi-week Return to China celebration will feature popular in-game events and rewards from the past two years. Chinese players will have the chance to earn Battle Pass rewards from Seasons 1 and 2 before the game's relaunch, and from Seasons 3 through 9 via in-game events post-relaunch.

Chinese Mythology – Theme for Overwatch 2 Season 15?

Keller also hinted at the theme for Season 15, revealing that it will include skin bundles inspired by Chinese mythology. However, details such as whether these will be new or existing skins, their exclusivity to China, or their connection to a broader Chinese mythology theme for Season 15 remain unclear. This season's theme follows the Norse mythology-inspired cosmetics of Season 14.

The global Overwatch 2 community won't have to wait long for more information, as Season 15 is slated to start on February 18, just before the game's official relaunch in China. With just over a month until then, more details are expected to be revealed in early February.

In the meantime, players worldwide can participate in the second 6v6 test, Min 1, Max 3, from January 21 to February 4, with the classic 2-2-2 team composition available during this period. The Lunar New Year and the Moth Meta Overwatch: Classic events are also scheduled before Season 15, offering plenty of excitement for players. While Chinese players won't be able to join these events, they have their own special celebrations to look forward to soon.