The latest Overwatch 2 patch, released on October 29, has brought significant updates, including a reversal of changes to Ramattra and exciting modifications to the Junkenstein’s Laboratory game mode.
This update, first hinted at by Overwatch’s lead gameplay designer Alec Dawson and game director Aaron Keller, aims to enhance the gameplay experience leading up to Halloween. Here’s everything you need to know about the new patch and what it means for players.
Key Changes in Junkenstein’s Laboratory
Junkenstein’s Laboratory is a beloved seasonal mode that kicked off on October 15 and will run until November 5. This patch introduces several changes aimed at balancing and improving the experience. Here are the notable adjustments:
- Ashe:
- Burn Down: Damage to burning targets now provides 30% ultimate charge (up from 25%).
- Firestarter: Viper’s shots on burning targets now reduce cooldowns for Coach Gun and Dynamite by 7% (previously 5%).
- Winston:
- Upgrade: Increased Barrier Projector health from 300 to 600.
- D.Va:
- Irreparable Damage: Fixed an issue with Booster impact damage and anti-healing debuff.
- Heavy Slugs: Reduced weapon damage increase to 75% (down from 100%).
- Genji:
- Press Advantage: Shuriken critical hits now increase attack speed by 3% for up to 10 stacks (previously 2% for 15 stacks).
- Meditation: Now heals for 15% of max health per second (up from 10%).
- Kiriko:
- Clutch Save: Provides 30% extra healing to allies below 50% health (up from 25%).
- Fox Spirit Delivered: Grants 75 Overhealth after teleporting (previously 50).
- Mercy:
- Battle Angel: Now heals allies for 150% of the damage dealt (up from 100%).
These changes aim to enhance gameplay balance and offer players new strategies during this limited-time event.
Notable Hero Updates
In addition to Junkenstein’s updates, the patch has also made significant adjustments to several heroes, with particular attention on Ramattra:
- Ramattra:
- Pummel: The ability has been reverted to pierce barriers, although it no longer deals critical damage to barriers.
- Orisa:
- Base Health: Increased from 125 to 175.
- Base Armor: Reduced from 350 to 300.
- Wrecking Ball:
- Quad Cannons: Ammo increased from 80 to 100.
- Grappling Claw: Duration extended from 6 to 8 seconds.
- Sombra:
- Hack: Now exits stealth when hacking an enemy target.
- Translocator: Delay before entering stealth reduced from 0.5 to 0.33 seconds.
These adjustments are designed to refine the competitive balance of the game and address player feedback regarding hero performance.
Conclusion
The latest Overwatch 2 patch offers a blend of exciting updates to the Junkenstein’s Laboratory mode and essential adjustments to key heroes, especially Ramattra. As the Halloween event unfolds, players can look forward to a more balanced and dynamic gameplay experience.
Be sure to jump into the game and explore these changes before the event concludes on November 5!
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