Exciting Collaboration: Overwatch 2 Celebrates World of Warcraft’s 20th Anniversary
Overwatch 2, the popular team-based shooter game developed by Blizzard Entertainment, is known for its exciting collaborations with various external sources. From anime to multimedia franchises and even K-pop groups, the game has consistently delivered unique and engaging content for its players. Now, Blizzard is once again delving into its own treasure trove for the game’s next set of themed skins, this time celebrating World of Warcraft’s 20th anniversary with a special crossover event.
Themed Skins Based on World of Warcraft Characters
As part of the anniversary event, which runs from September 17 to September 30, four Overwatch 2 heroes have received new skins inspired by iconic characters from the long-running fantasy MMO, World of Warcraft. Widowmaker, Reinhardt, Zenyatta, and Torbjörn each sport unique designs that pay homage to the rich lore of the Warcraft universe.
Widowmaker’s new skin is based on Sylvanas Windrunner, a prominent antagonist in World of Warcraft. The sniper’s design features elements reminiscent of Sylvanas, including a bow similar to the one wielded by the Warcraft character. Reinhardt’s skin pays tribute to the Lich King, the nefarious undead villain from the Wrath of the Lich King expansion. Zenyatta takes on the appearance of the orc Thrall, a surprising choice that showcases Blizzard’s creativity in blending the two game worlds. Lastly, Torbjörn transforms into King Magni Bronzebeard, embodying the diamond form of the iconic Warcraft character.
Expensive But Worth It: The Cost of Collaboration
While the themed skins are a treat for Warcraft fans, they come at a price. Players looking to acquire these special skins will need to purchase them with in-game currency, which can be obtained through the battle pass system. However, reaching the required amount of currency may necessitate spending real money, as the battle pass alone may not provide enough coins to unlock the bundles.
The Warcraft Mega Bundle, which includes all four themed skins, comes at a cost of 5700 in-game currency. Individually, the Sylvanas Widowmaker skin is priced at 2600, while the Lich King Reinhardt and Thrall Zenyatta skins are both priced at 2600 and 2500 respectively. The Diamond Magni Torbjörn skin rounds out the collection at 2400 in-game currency. For players interested solely in the skins without the additional cosmetics, they can be purchased for a slightly reduced price through the Heroes menu.
Overall, while the collaboration event may be costly for some players, the unique designs and homage to World of Warcraft make it a worthwhile investment for fans of both games.
As Overwatch 2 continues to push the boundaries of collaboration and creativity, fans can look forward to more exciting crossovers and themed events in the future. Whether it’s teaming up with external sources or diving into Blizzard’s own vast universe of games, the possibilities are endless for players to enjoy new and engaging content in the world of Overwatch.
