Hazard in Overwatch 2: Abilities, playtest, and release
Developer Blizzard Entertainment has revealed new details regarding their upcoming Overwatch 2 character, Hazard. This, in addition to the upcoming playtest, should help players understand how the hero will play. With the arrival of the newest Season, the Scottish behemoth will join the popular 5v5 shooter's vibrant roster as a Tank character next month.
Here's everything fans need to know about Hazard's toolset and playstyle. Additionally, let's also look at the upcoming playtest and the Season 14 launch.
All Hazard abilities in Overwatch 2 explained
Here is the full arsenal of abilities under Hazard's belt:
- Bonespur (Weapon): His right arm is outfitted with a giant gun that launches a burst of spikes at the target.
- Jagged Wall (Ability 1): This launches a solid spiked wall at the target location that not only serves as an obstacle but also damages and knocks away foes caught in its impact growth. Hazard can also climb over it using his Passive ability.
- Spike Guard (Ability 2): Hazard goes into a defensive stance, reducing incoming damage taken and regenerating ammo. At the same time, he launches a burst of homing spikes at targets in front of him.
- Violent Leap (Ability 3): This causes Hazard to lunge forward, covering a sizable gap. Using this ability again will cause him to use the blade on his left hand to slash at enemies, which also knocks them back.
- Downpour (Ultimate): Hazard launches a rain of powerful spikes down upon the highlighted area. Any foes caught within it will be unable to move.
- Vault (Passive): He can climb short ledges and even grab ledges, making him one of the few fairly mobile Tanks in the game.
All in all, this hero embodies the saying, "Offense is the best defense." Thanks to his fairly aggressive playstyle, Hazard's abilities keep foes on their toes even while playing safe. His Bonespur allows for ranged damage while his versatile Jagged Wall can be used both offensively and defensively. He can cover distance quickly with his Violent Leap and Vault Passive, making him a menace on the battlefield.
When does Hazard arrive in Overwatch 2?
The hero will be available for a limited-time playtest starting today, November 22, 2024, to November 25, 2024. This will let intrigued players get a direct hands-on with the hero and provide developers with feedback for further testing and balancing.
Hazard will officially become a permanent addition to the Overwatch 2 roster on December 10, 2024. This is also when Season 14 begins, bringing a new tide of Battle Pass to grind, brand-new premium cosmetics, new events, modes, and more. Stay tuned for further details about the upcoming season as we inch closer to its launch.
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Overwatch 2 is available as a free-to-play multiplayer game on PC, PS4, Xbox One, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.