Overwatch
News, coverage and analysis tracking Overwatch across the outlets.- The Daily Grind: What would your MMORPG have to do to double its playerbase?This article discusses what an MMORPG would need to do to double its player base, using Overwatch 2's recent comeback as a point of comparison. It highlights the impact of new heroes, story content, and even cute cosmetic additions like a cat with a jetpack on player numbers.
Twitch tells women to “get back in the kitchen” on International Women’s Day with tone deaf tweetTwitch faced backlash for its International Women's Day tweet promoting an Overcooked 2 tournament, which critics deemed tone-deaf due to the common sexist insult "get back in the kitchen." Despite the game being chosen by the Women's Guild, the decision was seen as harmful in a male-dominated industry already facing toxicity towards women. Alternative game choices like VALORANT or Helldivers 2 were suggested to better highlight women in gaming.- This is Overwatch's "comeback," says Blizzard, as Season 1's player stats beats the game's launch weekend'sBlizzard Entertainment claims that Overwatch is currently in its best state, with player statistics from Season 1 surpassing those of the game's launch weekend. This statement comes after a period of challenges for the hero shooter.
Highguard Joins The List Of Live-Service Games Axed Within Weeks Of LaunchSeveral live-service games, including Highguard, Concord, and RumbleVerse, have been shut down shortly after launch due to issues with player retention and funding. This article examines various titles that failed to sustain their player base or business models, leading to premature closures or development halts.
Games Inbox: When will the next Legend Of Zelda game be announced?Readers express frustration over the lack of official Nintendo Direct announcements and speculation about the next Legend of Zelda game, with some questioning Nintendo's current strategy. The discussion also touches on the surprising positive reception of Pokémon Pokopia and the enduring legacy of the Sega Mega Drive's sound chip.- WRUP: Pangolin goes to the big city editionThe Massively OP community and staff share their weekend gaming plans, including titles like Pokemon Go, Nightingale, Final Fantasy XIV, and World of Warcraft: Midnight. The discussion also touches on personal preferences for numbers and the nature of game marketing.
- MMO Week in Review: The clock strikes MidnightThis week's MMO news roundup covers the early access launch of World of Warcraft: Midnight, BitCraft entering its second early access phase, and Gamigo reviving Gloria Victis. The article also touches on layoffs at Corepunk, Discord's postponed age verification rollout, and various updates and issues across numerous other MMO titles.
Gigantic Is Back and You Should Be Playing It! - The Game FanaticsGigantic, originally released in 2017 as a third-person MOBA hero shooter by Motiga and Perfect World Entertainment, has been revived in 2024 by Arc Games. The game, which shut down its servers a year after its initial launch, retains its original charm and mechanics, offering a unique blend of familiar gameplay with distinct features. The article highlights its cell-shaded art style and varied cast of heroes, encouraging players to try Gigantic: Rampage Edition.
Is Marvel Rivals Any Good? - The Game FanaticsMarvel Rivals offers a fun experience for fans of hero shooters like Overwatch, featuring a similar gameplay loop with Marvel characters. While the game is currently in beta and has some balancing issues, the art style is impressive and the beta runs smoothly, making it worth trying.
Xbox Insiders: Try Highlight Reels on the ROG Xbox Ally X Starting Today!Microsoft and ASUS are rolling out a new highlight reels feature for the ROG Xbox Ally X handheld device, accessible through the Xbox PC app's Game Highlights (Preview). This feature allows players to easily capture and share short gameplay clips, with an initial selection of games including Forza Horizon 5 and Overwatch available for Xbox Insiders to test.
World of Warcraft: Midnight's lead composer feels 'very lucky and happy that we're not using generative…Blizzard Entertainment developers have stated that generative AI is not being used in the development of their games, including World of Warcraft and Overwatch. Lead composer for World of Warcraft: Midnight expressed relief at not using generative AI, highlighting concerns about its increasing prevalence in the industry.
Here's the most played Steam Deck games for February 2026Valve's public data reveals the most played games on Steam Deck for February 2026, with new releases like Mewgenics and Diablo II: Resurrected – Infernal Edition appearing on the list. Other popular titles include Stardew Valley, Fallout 4, and Baldur's Gate 3. The article also mentions personal playtime with Cairn and the latest Overwatch update.
The only thing more impressive than the speed in which I bought the Overwatch Sanrio skins is the speed that people have…The article discusses the recent Sanrio collaboration in Overwatch, highlighting the new character skins and the rapid fan response in the form of cosplay. It praises the creativity of fans who quickly recreated characters like Widowmaker as Kuromi, noting how the collaboration has inspired both gameplay and cosplay.- Blizzard reveals an Overwatch x Nier Automata collab too early, and you'll never guess who's getting the new skinsBlizzard Entertainment accidentally revealed an upcoming collaboration between Overwatch and Nier: Automata via a YouTube Short. The announcement, which was quickly removed, indicated that new skins for the characters Mercy and Kiriko would be part of the crossover.
- Something for the Weekend – 28/02/26This week's gaming news includes the reveal of Pokémon Winds & Waves for Nintendo Switch 2, Nacon filing for insolvency, and Overwatch going mobile with Overwatch Rush. Several games received reviews, including Resident Evil Requiem which scored 9/10, and previews were released for Cthulu: The Cosmic Abyss and Dosa Divas.
What we've been playing - "This career is all I ever wanted to do"Former Eurogamer Editorial Director Tom O reflects on his 22-year career in games media, expressing his passion for the industry despite its challenges. The article also features brief mentions of games played by the team, including Overwatch, Diablo 2: Resurrected, and Spellcasters Chronicles, alongside farewells to departing Eurogamer staff.
Marathon outsells Arc Raiders in launch week as Bungie's latest is not a flopBungie's Marathon has seen strong interest during its free Server Slam playtest, performing well on Steam's top sellers list and Twitch viewership, surpassing Arc Raiders in concurrent players. Despite a tumultuous development, the extraction shooter's early performance indicates positive player engagement ahead of its March 5 launch.
Highguard started life as a survival shooter, and Tencent pulled funding two weeks after launch, a new report claimsTencent allegedly pulled funding from the multiplayer shooter Highguard just two weeks after its January 26 launch, leading to layoffs of most of the 100-person team at developer Wildlight. The report suggests the game failed to meet Tencent's metrics, with fewer than 20 employees remaining at the studio. Highguard's development was marked by a pivot from a survival-shooter concept to a more crowded competitive shooter space, resulting in a complex core gameplay loop.
Highguard barely has several hundred people playing together each day - can an incoming all-out action mode reverse its fate?Developer Wildlight is introducing a new 'Raid Rush' mode to Highguard in an attempt to reverse its declining player count, which has fallen from approximately 13,000 daily concurrent players in February to just 694. The fast-paced mode pits two teams of five against each other in base attack and defense scenarios, removing the looting phase. Despite previous efforts like adding larger team modes and facing layoffs, the game's future remains uncertain, especially with competing titles like Marathon and Overwatch gaining traction.
Blizzard Announces Overwatch Rush, a New Mobile Game Set in the Overwatch Universe — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & GuidesBlizzard Entertainment has announced Overwatch Rush, a new free-to-play mobile game set in the Overwatch universe. Developed by a separate team from the main Overwatch game, it will feature a top-down hero shooter perspective with mobile-centric controls and customization. The game is currently in early development with regional geo-tests available.