Overwatch 2 release time

Overwatch 2 launches today, and servers are expected to come online at 3 p.m. ET/noon PT

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It will be available on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, PS5 and Nintendo Switch

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If you own the original Overwatch, the sequel is available to you as an update (admittedly a very large update -- about 50GB on PC and 30GB on console)

Is Overwatch 2 free-to-play?

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For more on Overwatch 2, check out our early impressions of the sequel and what you need to know about hero unlocks.

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How to download Overwatch 2

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Overwatch 2 is free to download and play. You can acquire the season one premium battle pass for 1,000 credits (a $10 purchase)

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If you've bought the Watchpoint Pack (available on PC, Xbox, PlayStation and Switch), you'll automatically unlock the premium battle pass and receive some legendary skins and 2,000 credits

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