The highly anticipated Overwatch Classic Moth Meta event is now live, bringing back the chaotic fun of Moth Mercy along with other fan-favorite moments from the early days of Overwatch.
If you’re ready to dive into a nostalgic experience with a twist of the old-school chaos, here’s everything you need to know about this limited-time event.
What is the Moth Meta in Overwatch Classic?
The Moth Meta refers to a time in the original Overwatch where Mercy’s Resurrect ability was the heart of many team fights, often leading to overwhelming advantages for teams who could repeatedly bring players back to life.
This meta is now returning to Overwatch Classic for a limited time. Alongside Mercy’s Resurrect, other gameplay elements like Hanzo’s Scatter Arrow and DPS Doomfist are also part of the event, ensuring that things get chaotic in the best way possible.
Running from Feb. 4 to Feb. 18, the event features 6v6 gameplay with 10 unique challenges. By completing these, you’ll earn in-game rewards such as exclusive icons, player titles, souvenirs, and Battle Pass XP.
Moth Meta Event Challenges and Rewards
To make the most of the event, here’s a breakdown of the challenges and rewards you’ll encounter:
1. OW Classic I
- Challenge: Play 5 games of Overwatch Classic (Wins grant double progress)
- Reward: 5,000 XP, Pachimercy player icon
2. OW Classic II
- Challenge: Play 50 games of Overwatch Classic (Wins grant double progress)
- Reward: 5,000 XP, Moth player title
3. Classic Tank
- Challenge: Play 15 games as any Tank Hero
- Reward: 2,500 XP
4. Classic Offense
- Challenge: Play 15 games as any Offense Hero
- Reward: 2,500 XP
5. Classic Defense
- Challenge: Play 15 games as any Defense Hero
- Reward: 2,500 XP
6. Classic Support
- Challenge: Play 15 games as any Support Hero
- Reward: 2,500 XP
7. Classic Hero I
- Challenge: Play 10 games (Wins grant double progress)
- Reward: 2,500 XP
8. Classic Hero II
- Challenge: Play 20 games (Wins grant double progress)
- Reward: 2,500 XP
9. Classic Hero III
- Challenge: Play 40 games (Wins grant double progress)
- Reward: 2,500 XP
10. Classic Hero IV
- Challenge: Play 60 games (Wins grant double progress)
- Reward: 2,500 XP, First Aid Kit souvenir
Total Rewards
From the Moth Meta event, players can earn up to 30,000 Battle Pass XP. Combined with the 25,000 XP from the Overwatch 2 Valentine’s Day 2025 event, this means you could earn a total of 55,000 Battle Pass XP over the next few weeks! If you haven’t completed your Season 14 Battle Pass yet, this is the perfect opportunity to grind and earn those final rewards.
Event Duration
The Moth Meta event is live from February 4, 2025, and runs until February 18, 2025. Make sure to complete the challenges and claim your rewards before it ends!
Conclusion
The Overwatch Classic Moth Meta event is a fun throwback to one of the most chaotic times in the game’s history. With Mercy’s Moth Resurrect, Hanzo’s Scatter Arrow, and DPS Doomfist back in action, there’s plenty of nostalgic chaos to enjoy.
Don’t miss out on the challenges and rewards – and be sure to grab the Pachimercy player icon, Moth player title, and First Aid Kit souvenir before the event ends!
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