Overwatch 2 is Buffing Mauga, Nerfing Juno, and Reworking Sombra

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Overwatch 2 is Buffing Mauga, Nerfing Juno, and Reworking Sombra

Key Takeaways

  • Overwatch 2 updates on October 15 include buffs for Mauga and Sojourn, and nerfs for Ramattra and Juno.
  • Sombra is getting reworked significantly with new Stealth mechanics and other adjustments in Season 13.
  • Changes to multiple maps and hero tweaks are part of the upcoming Overwatch 2 update.

As a dedicated Overwatch 2 fan with thousands of hours under my belt, I can confidently say that October 15 is shaping up to be a monumental day for our favorite team-based shooter. The annual Halloween Terror and the next seasonal update are set to drop simultaneously, promising fresh game modes, a revamped Battle Pass, and map updates on the Circuit Royal, Dorado, Havana, and Numbani.

In the upcoming season 13, Overwatch 2 is set to enhance Mauga and Sojourn, decrease the power of Ramattra and Juno, and make substantial changes to Sombra. These balance adjustments, along with others, will be rolled out on October 15 as part of the next content update for Overwatch 2.

15th October marks a significant milestone for Overwatch 2 as it will see the concurrent arrival of Halloween Terror and its seasonal update. This double event promises exciting new and vintage game modes, a thrilling revamp of the Battle Pass, and alterations to the Circuit Royal, Dorado, Havana, and Numbani maps.

Of course, no Overwatch 2 season would be complete without balance adjustments, and game director Aaron Keller just teased a bunch of hero tweaks in a new Director’s Take blog. The Sombra rework mentioned in a previous Overwatch 2 blog is finally coming. Her Stealth is changing significantly: rather than being an automatic passive, it triggers for five seconds after using her Translocator instead, which is having its cooldown increased. This Stealth only flickers briefly when she takes damage or Hacks, but her Hack ability now only lasts for one second. To compensate, Sombra is getting her Opportunist passive back.

Overwatch 2 Season 13 Hero Changes

  • Tanks
    • Ramattra’s Pummel no longer passes through barriers, but it now deals 2.5x damage to them.
    • Mauga’s Incendiary Chaingun ignites enemies for 4 seconds, up from 3.
  • Supports
    • Juno’s Mediblaster healing is being slightly reduced, as is its falloff range.
    • Brigitte and Baptiste are both being adjusted as well.
  • Damage
    • Sojourn
      • Railgun no longer holds a minimum of 25 energy, but now loses charge at a slower rate.
      • Disruptor Shot damage is increased from 60 to 80, and it now generates Railgun charge.
    • Sombra
      • Stealth passive removed.
      • Translocator instantly Stealths Sombra for 5 seconds, but has its cooldown increased.
      • This Stealth is only briefly disrupted when she Hacks or takes damage.
      • Hack ability lockout reduced from 1.5 second to 1 second.
      • Opportunist passive has returned, which now reveals critically injured enemies and increases weapon damage over time.

Changes have been made to Sombra, and several other characters are receiving adjustments, which can be described as toning down their abilities. For instance, Ramattra’s Pummel in Nemesis Form will now affect barriers, dealing 2.5 times the damage to them, instead of ignoring them altogether. The latest addition to Overwatch 2, Juno, who has been performing exceptionally well recently, will see a reduction in the healing capabilities and range of her Mediblaster.

In the upcoming season 13 of Overwatch 2, not all heroes are receiving unfavorable news. For instance, Mauga’s Incendiary Chaingun burn effect will persist for an additional second, and Sojourn’s Disruptor Shot will inflict more damage while generating Railgun charge at a slower rate than before, though it no longer has a minimum charge. Heroes like Brigitte and Baptiste are also set to experience changes; players will need to wait until October 15 when season 13 goes live to find out the specifics of these alterations.

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2024-10-14 22:53