Blizzard has rolled out a new update for Overwatch 2, bringing significant nerfs to four heroes, including the beloved tank Winston. As Season 12 unfolds, players will need to adapt to these changes that could potentially shift the game’s meta.
Who Got Nerfed? A Breakdown of the Latest Changes
In this latest patch, one tank, two DPS heroes, and one support hero have all been affected. Unfortunately for some, the adjustments are all nerfs, potentially altering how these characters perform in the current and upcoming seasons.
Here’s what changed in the Overwatch 2 update on September 3, 2024:
- Winston
- Tesla Cannon (Primary Fire): Damage per second reduced from 75 to 70.
- Ashe
- Reload Time: Increased by 0.05 seconds per bullet.
- Primary Fire Damage: Reduced from 40 to 35.
- Sombra
- Virus Ability: Damage over time decreased from 90 to 75.
- Juno
- Mediblaster (SMG):
- Fire Rate: Increased from 14.3 to 15.5.
- Damage: Reduced from eight to 7.5.
- Healing: Dropped from seven to 6.5.
- Mediblaster (SMG):
Additional Fixes and Adjustments
Aside from the nerfs, the update also addresses several bugs that have been plaguing players. Notably, a fix was implemented for a bug causing significant FPS drops during the start and end of matches on PS5. Additionally, issues with badges and emblems displaying ranks incorrectly have been resolved.
Blizzard’s Approach: No Explanations, Just Action
Interestingly, Blizzard did not provide detailed explanations for these nerfs in the patch notes. Instead, it seems the changes were made in direct response to player feedback and ongoing meta issues. The developers are expected to keep a close eye on how these changes affect gameplay in the coming weeks.
For those interested in a deeper dive into the patch, the full list of notes can be found on the official Overwatch 2 website.
Conclusion
This latest Overwatch 2 update introduces significant nerfs to some of the game’s most popular heroes. Whether you main Winston or just enjoy playing Ashe, these changes will likely impact your strategy in Season 12. Stay tuned as Blizzard continues to monitor and tweak the game’s balance.
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