Overwatch 2 has revealed a new seasonal structure and doesn’t include loot boxes

Blizzard has revealed details about Overwatch 2’s new seasonal structure and confirmed that, unlike the original game, the sequel won’t include loot boxes.

Overwatch 2 will launch in early access on October 4 as a free-to-play title.

The sequel, which includes a new five-versus-five setup as well as cross-play and cross-progression, is coming to PC, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4 and Switch.

It will have seasonal updates every nine weeks and a Battle Pass featuring new content including heroes, game modes, maps and cosmetics.

Players will also be able to acquire items through a new and “consistently updated” in-game shop, but the game won’t include loot boxes.

Blizzard said “players can expect to see a new hero every other season, with elements like new maps and game modes in the seasons between.”

Season 1 will include Sojourn, Junker Queen and an unannounced support hero, plus new maps and modes.

“We’re also releasing a reimagined competitive experience that was created to give players more tools to improve gameplay and feel a sense of progression in competitive play,” Blizzard said, adding that more details on the overhaul will be announced in the near future.

Season 2 will include a new tank hero, map, and a collection of skins, and a new PvE experience will arrive in 2023.

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A new Overwatch 2 beta will launch on June 28 for PC and consoles, with sign-ups now open.

Testers will get to play as new tank hero Junker Queen and experience a new map too.