Overwatch (2016)

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6.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 6659 Ratings

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  1. DelWolf
    Apr 23, 2017
    9
    This game is extremely enjoyable, with a fun multiplayer. It will keep you entertained for hours upon hours with just how unique it is.
    However, lack of a campaign keeps this from the perfect 10/10 it well and truly deserves.
  2. LolDoofus12
    Jul 27, 2017
    9
    Post-Launch support: 7.5/10 - Major updates every month since launch. Sometimes other problems take a long time to be fixed, especially problems with the ranked game-mode.

    Lack of greed/anti-consumerism: 9.5/10: I think the free monthly DLC justifies the hefty price tag. The developers have given gifts to players, that would normally cost 1-5$. When Blizzard accidentally made it too    Post-Launch support: 7.5/10 - Major updates every month since launch. Sometimes other problems take a long time to be fixed, especially problems with the ranked game-mode.

    Lack of greed/anti-consumerism: 9.5/10: I think the free monthly DLC justifies the hefty price tag. The developers have given gifts to players, that would normally cost 1-5$. When Blizzard accidentally made it too hard to get the limited-edition cosmetics during the anniversary event, the gave the players a double XP weekend to make up for it. The only reason that i'm not giving full marks here, is that there are micro-transactions in the game.

    Public relations/Taking community suggestions: 7.5/10: Blizzard is quick to patch bugs, but other flaws in the game can take months to iron out. The lead game director is active on the forums, and frequently hints at new updates, or replies to complaints/suggestions.

    Design/Long term enjoyment: 10/10: I absolutely love the design of this game. It has always stayed fresh for me after playing for 30 minutes to 3 hours nearly every day since launch. The diverse roster of characters, all with unique abilities and lots of cosmetics keeps me having fun, after multiple hours of playing. One players begin to tire out, a new major update comes and refreshes a game. If you are looking for a game to invest a lot of time into, this is the game. It manages to take the fun mechanics of a FPS game, but not be repetitive, unlike Call of Duty, or Counter-Strike.

    Stability: 7/10: The servers don't crash very often, but it takes a long time to download updates right after they are released, as the servers are overwhelmed. Multiple times I have had to wait in a queue to join the main servers, which is completely unacceptable in a game that was nearly one year old (At the time), especially if the game costs 40$. There has only been one major bug that required disabling a character for a short amount of time, but otherwise the game it's self has been fairly stable.

    Dealing with cheaters: 9/10: Not once have I had to deal with cheaters, but there have been some reports of cheaters at very high levels.    … Expand
  3. maranTana
    Oct 13, 2017
    10
    If it were for style, balance, or fun of gameplay, I'd easily give Overwatch a 10 without much thinking about it.

    BUT! Blizzard has yet to solve problem of the enormous amount of toxic players in Overwatch. The game mandatory requiring good teamwork to win, a single toxic player, often leavers, can destroy the match for 5 (or 11) players. The game is very accessible and there    If it were for style, balance, or fun of gameplay, I'd easily give Overwatch a 10 without much thinking about it.

    BUT! Blizzard has yet to solve problem of the enormous amount of toxic players in Overwatch. The game mandatory requiring good teamwork to win, a single toxic player, often leavers, can destroy the match for 5 (or 11) players.

    The game is very accessible and there literally are players from 6 to 66, leading to different levels of seriousness players go into a match. My subjective experience: very young players tend to take the game seriously and are good communicators, as adult players are. The problematic age group seems to be between 12 and 16.    … Expand
  4. JakaYT
    Nov 6, 2017
    10
    This game is blend of creativity and undeniable fun leagues above other FPS games. The use of bright colours for heroes makes everything pop and stand out making it that much more enjoyable
  5. picifuk
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    This damn game made me lose my friends, my family, my career, my future and hope but It didn't make me lose one thing, my virginity. thanks Jeff p.s. Moira is annoying here are additional characters to fill space
  6. DioXGaming
    Nov 19, 2017
    10
    Best game ever! Concept is realistic, characters are super nice and the players are... demons. But cool if you're cool.
    Easy to optimize settings, report players, mute players, move the mouse like a pro and use ult or just custom it easily without pressing weird hotkeys that is hard to reach.
    Don't buy the PS4 and Xbox version. Will ruin your day because the game is full of mic users    Best game ever! Concept is realistic, characters are super nice and the players are... demons. But cool if you're cool.
    Easy to optimize settings, report players, mute players, move the mouse like a pro and use ult or just custom it easily without pressing weird hotkeys that is hard to reach.

    Don't buy the PS4 and Xbox version. Will ruin your day because the game is full of mic users than gamers that wants to enjoy the sound and graphics. It will make the game look crap because they'll yell at you if they're not doing well. If you already brought the game or brought a PS4 then I recommend mutting them if they do one word that has the swear bomb in it and blocking them after the match is over and report them immediately and don't let it slide.    … Expand
  7. NintendoJapan
    Nov 24, 2017
    10
    This game is incredibly well made with an amazing team behind it. The combat is fluid and smooth and with free events this game keeps you coming back. The random lucky moments you sometimes have and the random skillful moments you have make the game play extremely addicting. Overwatch is one of the best first person shooters released in the 2010s due to the amazing design and balanceThis game is incredibly well made with an amazing team behind it. The combat is fluid and smooth and with free events this game keeps you coming back. The random lucky moments you sometimes have and the random skillful moments you have make the game play extremely addicting. Overwatch is one of the best first person shooters released in the 2010s due to the amazing design and balance blizzard has done, the animations are beautiful and the game overall is beautiful. Incredible game that will keep you coming back.

    I'll probably get disliked for this because metacritic has a circle jerk around disliking Overwatch for some odd reason. Each to their own by a 6.8 user score does not do this game justice.    … Expand
  8. andrymas
    Dec 3, 2017
    10
    Anche io non avendo amici e un computer performante mi diverto.dhnjeuhuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuyytftvgrfght
  9. MiguelGordiano
    Jan 17, 2018
    9
    I have to say that I'm not a fan of FPS games, but Overwatch sure is different. The game is fun and well made. I mean... it's Blizzard.
  10. TheReaperX
    Nov 23, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. a one of the best Schotters i ever played. Cool graphic the, the gameplay is awesome, the story is amazing (even there is no campaign) 10/10… Expand
  11. Ninh
    Nov 15, 2018
    8
    Been playing since the first season and I must say it was a total new concept for me. For a lot of players. The game was good, of course like every hero game it has some nerfs here and there because it's quite hard to see how everything works out.

    The game itself is very well made. It runs smooth, the maps are great and the overall gameplay is very good. They are very close to their    Been playing since the first season and I must say it was a total new concept for me. For a lot of players. The game was good, of course like every hero game it has some nerfs here and there because it's quite hard to see how everything works out.

    The game itself is very well made. It runs smooth, the maps are great and the overall gameplay is very good. They are very close to their community and the PTR is a great way to see how everything works out. The characters are amazing and they all have their own way of adding to the fight.

    The only horrible thing they messed up was not having a good system to play competitive. I dropped massive skill rating because of trollers, throwers and people who had no idea what they were doing. Which makes me kinda stuck in low lvl regions which does not give me a challenge at all. They added a new skill rating and a way to play with groups later which made it better to gather a good competitive group but for a lot of players that's way too late.    … Expand
  12. PCpla
    Jan 12, 2019
    8
    Its a very pretty, a good shooter with cool heroes, but sometimes I have rage, and thats the Problem!
  13. Gaisericus
    Feb 1, 2020
    9
    I'm still playing. Record low amount of cheaters for an FPS. The game isn't really a core fps though, it's like a moba combined with tf2. I really enjoy it despite my distaste for mobas. The structure is fun and very repayable. The game is constantly changing and it's rarely in a bad state for long. I can't review it too low because I play it so often. I have played in tournaments and etcI'm still playing. Record low amount of cheaters for an FPS. The game isn't really a core fps though, it's like a moba combined with tf2. I really enjoy it despite my distaste for mobas. The structure is fun and very repayable. The game is constantly changing and it's rarely in a bad state for long. I can't review it too low because I play it so often. I have played in tournaments and etc so I'm a bit bias… Expand
  14. CherryFake
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    The best game I've ever played. I got 100s of hours and still enjoy it. It can get very fustrating tho
  15. Alrojovivo
    Aug 21, 2020
    10
    Fácilmente uno de los mejores shooters multijugador en primera persona. Mucho mejor que Team Fortress 2, que solía jugar en el pasado.

    Los gráficos, sonidos y valores generales de producción son increíbles. El juego es muy pulido, y funciona increíblemente bien incluso en hardware de muy baja potencia. El movimiento es fluido y rápido, y el disparo es satsfying. Los héroes son    Fácilmente uno de los mejores shooters multijugador en primera persona. Mucho mejor que Team Fortress 2, que solía jugar en el pasado.

    Los gráficos, sonidos y valores generales de producción son increíbles. El juego es muy pulido, y funciona increíblemente bien incluso en hardware de muy baja potencia.

    El movimiento es fluido y rápido, y el disparo es satsfying.

    Los héroes son realmente distintos y tienen su propia personalidad y jugabilidad. Ningún héroe juega igual que otro. Además, ya que he visto esto en línea últimamente, descuida a cualquiera que se queje del equilibrio de héroes y de las tácticas cursis que de alguna manera son "inmejorables". Esto es claramente un problema de "aprender a jugar". Jugué mucho la Beta, y déjame decirte, que el equilibrio está en un muy buen lugar, aunque podría mejorarse aún más. Todo tiene sus contadores.

    Mientras que este juego tiene sólo 12 mapas en este momento, y es repetitivo, se las arregla para mantenerse divertido e interesante durante un tiempo sorprendentemente largo. La razón principal de esto es que el juego tiene una profundidad inmensa bajo la apariencia casual-amistosa, es uno de esos juegos fáciles de aprender pero muy difíciles de dominar. Hemos detectado un problema desconocido. Y el aspecto competitivo del juego te mantendrá viniendo por más.

    La principal desventaja de este juego, es que si no tienes amigos con los que jugar, no obtendrás casi la misma satisfacción con aquellos que tienen su propia fiesta. Este juego se basa en gran medida en el trabajo en equipo y las tácticas. Todavía se puede encontrar el éxito en solitario, por supuesto, pero será más difícil.

    Aparte de eso, el juego merece su precio. Totalmente recomendado.    … Expand
  16. Hunter_Dragon
    May 25, 2016
    10
    The newest IP from Blizz and simply put one of their most fun and addictive games, in this Team-based Arena shooter (think Team Fortress and Unreal Tournament) the amazing character designs, impressive animations and spot-on sound design mixed with very unique playstyle each and every character offers create an experiance unlike any other competitive game out there in the same genre (andThe newest IP from Blizz and simply put one of their most fun and addictive games, in this Team-based Arena shooter (think Team Fortress and Unreal Tournament) the amazing character designs, impressive animations and spot-on sound design mixed with very unique playstyle each and every character offers create an experiance unlike any other competitive game out there in the same genre (and there are plenty of them coming out, none feel as polished or fun as Overwatch).

    Pros:-
    ◾-Beautiful aesthetic, impressive sound design and animations as well as amazing character and level designs.
    ◾-Very unique playstyle for each character out of the 21 available now, there are classes (tank, support, offense, defense) like in all team-based arena shooters but even within each class every character feels like a whole different beast to learn and master.
    ◾-Impressive assortment of cosmetics, character skins, player icons, sprays (you can put them on walls in-game), character intros, emotes and victory poses for every character.
    ◾-Blizzard seal of quality, game is super polished, had a very smooth launch and plays like magic with zero glitches or problems (there were few glitches in open Beta but they are gone now), expect long years of support and free content as well, after all Blizzard still release patches for their decade old games like Diablo 2 and Starcraft: Broodwar.

    Cons:-
    ◾-Few gameplay modes, sure you can play custom and Brawl where the rules can be dramatically changed but still in Quick Play (the main gameplay mode) there are only three gameplay modes (Point Capture, Payload and Assault) and one Hybrid, it would have been great if the game released with more modes but they surely will add more in the coming updates.
    ◾-Some game systems could use a bit of tweaking like Play of the Game (a cool feature that saves and replays the best moment in the game for everyone to watch), a lot of times it's something awesome and exciting, other times it's mundane and even nonsensical and comical (like showing the Engineer Torbjörn dead on the floor while his turret is doing all the kills), a few tweaks to the algorithms of how PotG is selected would prevent such silly things from happening.

    Two last things regarding the idiots panning the for the most stupid and retarded reasons, all of the cosmetic stuff in the game you can earn by just playing and leveling up, if you are impatient you can buy extra loot chests to get stuff faster, but nothing obliges you to do so, basically don't listen to the idiots who are whining about loot boxes shop, it's 100% optional and the game offers loot boxes at a steady rate every level up (there is no level cap, level exp requirements flatline at lv.22 and reset every 100 levels), Mass Effect 3 Multiplayer used the same exact system and it worked great, that money will help keep the game alive for years and support all the costs of adding new free heroes, new maps, play modes and features (and pay server maintenance costs), i don't see any reason whatsoever to complain about the loot boxes shop, unless you just want to troll.

    2nd, i can't believe this site still allows zero score reviews, it is beyond ridiculous how some people acting like 5 years old bullies who might not have even bought or played the game can just write a pile of hateful crap and it somehow that **** counts as a review, the one affected most negatively by this utter lack of criteria for reviews is actually the site itself.

    If you like Team-based arena shooters, a big fan of Blizzard games or just want to try a multiplayer game that's fun, polished and addicting go buy this game right now.    … Expand
  17. steve521
    May 24, 2016
    10
    I play the game since closed beta. I couldn't stop playing overwatch.

    If you are a big fan of TF2, you should buy it now.

    从测试开始玩，如果喜欢军团要塞你一定会喜欢这个游戏的。。
  18. kiddr121
    May 25, 2016
    10
    'Overwatch' is a the most versatile FPS I have ever played. I love the team aspects and especially the variety of characters you can choose from. There is a lot to learn here about game-play and tactics, but I have had fun every minute so far. Cannot speak highly enough about this game.
  19. Beazy
    May 25, 2016
    10
    I was invited to Overwatch beta sometime after Blizzcon last year. I played Overwatch for hundreds of hours. This game is the new FPS king. Don't be fooled by the idiotic reviews here. People talking about the "tick rates" as if they have any understanding of what they are saying. Don't be fooled by "no content" reviews. Its a FPS, the content is shooting people. At the end of the day,I was invited to Overwatch beta sometime after Blizzcon last year. I played Overwatch for hundreds of hours. This game is the new FPS king. Don't be fooled by the idiotic reviews here. People talking about the "tick rates" as if they have any understanding of what they are saying. Don't be fooled by "no content" reviews. Its a FPS, the content is shooting people. At the end of the day, this is a Blizzard game, so you don't even need to know anything else other than that.… Expand
  20. zeusmagnet
    May 25, 2016
    9
    Once again Blizzard have released a stellar product to the consumer market. Overwatch is a fantastic team-based shooter-strategy game. I include strategy because a lot of the game is tailoring your team to counter theirs. The game feel is solid, the characters seem balanced (there is some room for improvement, but nothing major) and the maps are well designed. The character lore isOnce again Blizzard have released a stellar product to the consumer market. Overwatch is a fantastic team-based shooter-strategy game. I include strategy because a lot of the game is tailoring your team to counter theirs. The game feel is solid, the characters seem balanced (there is some room for improvement, but nothing major) and the maps are well designed. The character lore is where this really sets the game apart, as each character has an interesting backstory (more of which is to be revealed) and interesting character interactions. Blizzard promises new heroes, maps, game modes, skins, and more with no extra cost to the user so I am excited for the future of this game. With the digital shorts and comics, Overwatch is poised to be much more than just a team based shooter game.… Expand
  21. sniperfoxdls
    May 25, 2016
    10
    Great fun with a surprisingly deep meta / counter-picking strategy element to it. If you were expecting TF2 with updated graphics, it's WAAAAY beyond that and you owe it to yourself to give this gem a try.

    Easily the best game of 2016 so far, and probably the best game of the last several years.
  22. doddsydodds
    May 25, 2016
    10
    8/10 Ok I put it at 10/10 to counter the "blizzard hate" reviews, but seriously I would say 8/10. This game is outstanding and without a shadow of a doubt one of the best shooters in a decade. The only things I feel it is lacking is some game modes and not a huge variety of maps, although the maps are fun to play they do feel similar to one another and not very unique unlike the heroes who8/10 Ok I put it at 10/10 to counter the "blizzard hate" reviews, but seriously I would say 8/10. This game is outstanding and without a shadow of a doubt one of the best shooters in a decade. The only things I feel it is lacking is some game modes and not a huge variety of maps, although the maps are fun to play they do feel similar to one another and not very unique unlike the heroes who are probably the standout feature, besides the impeccable gameplay. One big thing that dropped it's rating for me as well is the lack of progression, which is an understatement. There is literally none. Levelling gets you loot crates which give you new cosmetics, that's literally it. But as I said before it has to be one of the best shooters I have ever played in terms of gameplay, not only does everything work, but it works so well together, they also fixed the few overpowered things from the beta, so no real issues in terms of balancing.

    If you like FPS games you would be insane not buying this, if you don't like FPS games I am confident this is the FPS that will change your mind!    … Expand
  23. derperHerper
    May 25, 2016
    10
    People who spend a fortune each year on Call of Duty, it's DLC, and microtransactions are giving this game 0/10 because they feel it should be free to play.
  24. Rtrochford90
    May 25, 2016
    10
    Great game. Plays like team fortress 2. Honestly, feels like it should only cost about $20, but a) this is a review of how good the game is, not how much content it packs, and b) blizzard has a good reputation for supporting games, and that has some value.

    Graphics are great, gun play is great, battles are diverse...need to team up. No story mode, but what it does, it does perfectly. 10/10
  25. MysterE
    May 24, 2016
    8
    Good game. Solid updated version of Team Fortress. Could use some more game modes, which I'm assuming will be coming later. But the maps and modes here are a lot of fun, each game does feel unique. The characters are all very unique and all the ones I've tried so far have been fun.

    Complaints of microtransactions are just stupid. The only thing you can buy are these loot packs which    Good game. Solid updated version of Team Fortress. Could use some more game modes, which I'm assuming will be coming later. But the maps and modes here are a lot of fun, each game does feel unique. The characters are all very unique and all the ones I've tried so far have been fun.

    Complaints of microtransactions are just stupid. The only thing you can buy are these loot packs which contain skins, sprays and emotes. Thats it. I have no problem with cosmetic stuff being purchased.    … Expand
  26. KingLich
    May 25, 2016
    10
    One of the best FPS games I've ever played. And I'm saying this as a die-hard arena-fps fan. The newest Unreal Tournament and this is going to be in a great competition!
  27. Dreizehn
    May 27, 2016
    10
    Best game so far to play with team mates. Perfectly balanced, fast, beautiful. Its gameplay is amazing and perfect and the team play dynamic requires organization and team work.
  28. Jobbo
    May 25, 2016
    9
    pleasantly surprised with this. Picked it up on a whim in my lunch break yesterday. Nothing like the usual online shooters. Every character is completely different, some of which are completely useless for taking enemies down but can win games by healing or buffing damage for the rest of the party. Very refreshing to play a game like this, not shoot any one at all during the match andpleasantly surprised with this. Picked it up on a whim in my lunch break yesterday. Nothing like the usual online shooters. Every character is completely different, some of which are completely useless for taking enemies down but can win games by healing or buffing damage for the rest of the party. Very refreshing to play a game like this, not shoot any one at all during the match and still get featured in the "play of the match " video at the end for being top healer.

    The character design is Pixar quality and dripping with personality. The levels and game types are also top notch.

    Only negative point for me so far is the stupidity of the player base. its extremely frustrating to pick a support class then have the rest of your team be composed completely with widow maker and reaper, despite the game telling the team in big letters that we have no tanks or defensive players. People are idiots.

    if you have a team of 6 friends to play with then I can see this being as close to gaming perfection as you can get    … Expand
  29. Ralyx
    May 25, 2016
    10
    Best game ver , Free of aimbots
    - Pretty good and consistent artstyle
    - Cool heroes with distinct abilities
    - Fluid and polished combat
    - Simple to pick up, but has enough depth to not get bored quickly
    - Great performance even on older machines
    - Engaging gameplay centered on objectives.
  30. Finalexp
    May 26, 2016
    10
    One word: AMAZING! Overwatch really did this for me, and it's hands down the best game I've been playing in my entire 26 years of life.

    Everything with Overwatch is just brilliant for me. The fast-phased environment, all the different playstyle characters, the FPS-view of the game and the fact that you have to be good as a team to succeed. All other games that I thought I enjoyed    One word: AMAZING! Overwatch really did this for me, and it's hands down the best game I've been playing in my entire 26 years of life.

    Everything with Overwatch is just brilliant for me. The fast-phased environment, all the different playstyle characters, the FPS-view of the game and the fact that you have to be good as a team to succeed.

    All other games that I thought I enjoyed just became kinda dull and boring after the release of Overwatch. And the funniest part of it is that I didn't think much of it when I first saw it on streaming, but I have it a go at the beta - and I was stuck. Thinking of buying it? Just do it, purchase the best game ever released.

    10/10, thank you Blizzard.    … Expand
  31. criticalenmity
    May 27, 2016
    10
    Most fun in a shooter that I've had in a long while blizzard really out did themselves this time, It is the most fun playing with friends rather than alone though because it is really team based.
  32. Jumatron
    May 25, 2016
    10
    17 years has passed since Blizzard develops a new IP, and now, they has develop the best FPS game I have ever see. Overwatch is amazingly fast, fun and full of action, with probably the best potential for being the king of e-sports games. Lack of content? No problem, Blizzard is gone give this game more and mpre content, like new characters, maps, the incoming competitive mode and more.17 years has passed since Blizzard develops a new IP, and now, they has develop the best FPS game I have ever see. Overwatch is amazingly fast, fun and full of action, with probably the best potential for being the king of e-sports games. Lack of content? No problem, Blizzard is gone give this game more and mpre content, like new characters, maps, the incoming competitive mode and more. Solo mode? Yes, it has no adventure/co-op/solo mode, but even that doesnt matter, because its a game focused in the online experience. What about universe and characters plot? Blizzard is incredible in this way, the created amazing shorts with the quality of pixar or even more, comics and characters with deep history. This game gave me the faith in FPS games, thanks Blizzard.… Expand
  33. gay69
    May 25, 2016
    10
    Hello,
    This game is great.

    Im writing this just so i can submit it. T
    hanks for reading.
    Really, thanks.

    AND
    Goodbye, cause its JONH CENA TIME!
  34. Thalanos
    May 25, 2016
    10
    I was skeptical on whether this game would be good or not but I have to say I do not regret my purchase at all. There are 21 characters at the moment and I enjoy playing every single one of them. For $40 this is highly worth it. There are micro transactions and that may turn some people off but they are only for loot crates which contain skins, sprays, emotes, etc. and you are not requiredI was skeptical on whether this game would be good or not but I have to say I do not regret my purchase at all. There are 21 characters at the moment and I enjoy playing every single one of them. For $40 this is highly worth it. There are micro transactions and that may turn some people off but they are only for loot crates which contain skins, sprays, emotes, etc. and you are not required to buy them to obtain these items. Every time your account levels up, you receive one loot crate, and there is no "level cap" so you can receive as many boxes as you want for free. Honestly, it seems like most of the negative reviews are coming from angry Battleborn fanboys that are sad their game is dying already.… Expand
  35. ExpositionFairy
    May 26, 2016
    8
    A surprisingly great take on FPS by Blizzard which, in my opinion, lives up to the hype. Here's why:

    Pros: - The game is easy to get into, yet hard to master. There are characters suited to all kinds and levels of playstyles - which I think is great! Each character feels unique to play, offering a diversity of experiences. - To win in Overwatch, you need to have a good understanding    A surprisingly great take on FPS by Blizzard which, in my opinion, lives up to the hype. Here's why:

    Pros:
    - The game is easy to get into, yet hard to master. There are characters suited to all kinds and levels of playstyles - which I think is great! Each character feels unique to play, offering a diversity of experiences.
    - To win in Overwatch, you need to have a good understanding of how characters work together or against each other tactically, and how team comps compare to each other, as well as how you can strategically use the map to your advantage. However, your reflexes also make a contribution - for example, if you're good at aiming AND strategy, you can really shine with a hero like Tracer. Overwatch has just the right balance between these two contributing factors - it's not like a MOBA where almost everything is decided by tactics; and it's not CS:GO where aim is the largest influence.
    - Because games are quite short, losses generally don't feel punishing, yet winning can be very exciting.
    - When compared to a MOBA or a game like CS:GO, where your previous success has an influence on your future success (e.g. whether you have enough money to buy the items you need), in Overwatch this factor is eliminated completely, making last-minute comebacks possible and extremely satisfying.
    - Overwatch's pay-to-play model guarantees that there will be no game-breaking factors in the future, as well as free content updates in the future as stated by the developers. It also ensures that people will be less prone to purchase new accounts in the future and break the game for newcomers. Finally, the P2P model holds a promise of a better community.

    Cons:
    - Netcode. In my opinion, this is the game's biggest issue at the moment. Currently, issues where you receive damage after you are already in cover or have used an escape ability are quite frequent. Blizzard will certainly have to do something about this when it comes to ranked play.
    - Ranked play. It has not been released as of yet, so it is not fair to judge on this yet; however, if ranked is anything like the closed beta was, it will certainly need revisions if Overwatch wants to see a future in e-sports.

    Neutral:
    - The game is very fast-paced, which to some will feel very fun, yet to others may feel overwhelming.    … Expand
  36. Ctk130
    Jun 1, 2016
    10
    So a bunch of Battleborn fans are trying to drag Overwatch's user meta score down with crap reviews out of Pettiness and spite because their choice of game is not receiving levels of fame as Overwatch.

    What is Overwatch? Overwatch is a Team Class Based FPS much like Team Fortress . What is in Overwatch? 21 characters: Each one has their own play style and personality. Every    So a bunch of Battleborn fans are trying to drag Overwatch's user meta score down with crap reviews out of Pettiness and spite because their choice of game is not receiving levels of fame as Overwatch.

    What is Overwatch?

    Overwatch is a Team Class Based FPS much like Team Fortress .

    What is in Overwatch?

    21 characters: Each one has their own play style and personality. Every hero is listed in class that promotes their play style. You can also change the character you want to be while in your teams starting point or if you die by pressing and holding square

    Classes

    -Offense:Solider

    -Defense: Defender

    -Tank: Bullet Sponge

    -Support: Medic

    12 levels: Unique in-design with lots of ways to attack the enemy teams.

    4 game play modes: Assault, Escort, Control and Assault/Escort the latter being a combo Assault and Escort.

    Quick Play: Jump into a random game

    Match Customization: Where you set the rules as well as other options.

    Challenge Mode: A random challenge that happens every week
    This week’s challenge is the Super Shimada Bro’s.

    Training Mode: Nobody can just pick up and play a game with easy and training mode is there to teach you how to play and learn the character of your choice.

    Human Vs. AI: Some people just don't like to play with other players so for those people there’s this mode. When join a game it will team you with other humans against AI that can be set to Easy, Medium or Hard.

    Options: Tinker with aspects of the game.

    Social: Find friends who have the game or people you were on a team with in a previous battle and invite them to a game.
    Hero Gallery: Everything you’ve unlocked for the characters in the game can be viewed here, from Colors to audio.

    Loot box unlocking: In Overwatch you get loot boxes as your level raises to unlock colors, spray's, emotes, poses and voice clips to customize you chosen character with. If you don't want to slog threw unlocking through level up then you can buy loot boxes PSN. The unlocks do nothing and are only for cosmetic purposes not to strengthen.

    Story Mode: Yes the game has no story mode mostly because the characters stories and what Overwatch is explained in the cinematic movies on Youtube. Polygon recently made a timeline for the game on its site so you can probably find it on Google by typing Overwatch timeline.

    Blizzard has confirmed all update content free as Blizzard stated in an interview with Ubergizmo.

    I only have one con about Overwatch and that's your team fighting over who has to be the team Medic. If you don't have a team member who loves being the Medic then you’re going to have problems.

    I like Overwatch and I like the fact of knowing that any content that comes out in the future is free and I don't have to pay for it so I know that I’ll be playing for a very long time as the content comes out. Matches may get tense but with with good team victory can easy be gotten.    … Expand
  37. crnppscls
    May 26, 2016
    9
    I'll keep it short.

    It's a team shooter that uses the trinity ethic. If you play healers in mmo's etc then you'll feel right at home playing a character like Mercy. Buffing,tanking and healing are fundamental to the success of the team and points are awarded for performance, not just kills. The stylized character models and settings may not appeal to some but underneath there is a    I'll keep it short.

    It's a team shooter that uses the trinity ethic. If you play healers in mmo's etc then you'll feel right at home playing a character like Mercy. Buffing,tanking and healing are fundamental to the success of the team and points are awarded for performance, not just kills.

    The stylized character models and settings may not appeal to some but underneath there is a simple, professionally made game and engine that you want to get to know better.

    It's not going to win any prizes for innovation, although the characters require diverse playstyles and the maps are outstanding. There is stuff that looks like it's been directly lifted from Tf2.

    You can play vs bots to hone your skills or test out characters so there is no fear of underachievement while finding your niche.

    It's just a good fun game that you can pick up instantly and be successful with a little forethought to your objective    … Expand
  38. archanjo
    May 26, 2016
    10
    most fun i had in years .
  39. Mewthree
    Jun 2, 2016
    8
    When you think about Blizzard, two words come into mind: polish and optimization. This is particularly true for Overwatch. The game runs absolutely fantastically and the gameplay feels very satisfying, responsive and smooth. On top of that, the game has a lot of attention to detail with the maps, sounds and heroes. It's easy to miss how much work has gone into the polish and not give itWhen you think about Blizzard, two words come into mind: polish and optimization. This is particularly true for Overwatch. The game runs absolutely fantastically and the gameplay feels very satisfying, responsive and smooth. On top of that, the game has a lot of attention to detail with the maps, sounds and heroes. It's easy to miss how much work has gone into the polish and not give it the credit it deserves.

    One of the best things about the game is its heroes. They are all so unique and very fun to play. I honestly don't dislike any of them. Some balancing still needs to be done, but the game is surprisingly balanced, considering it just came out. But I am a bit disappointed in the amount of mechanical skill required to play most of the heroes. Luckily, there's still a lot of skill involved in the game, strategic-wise. The heroes aren't the only thing that's expertly crafted, though. The map design is superb. Not once have I felt frustrated because of the maps during my 30 hours of playtime.

    Unfortunately, there are some aspects of the game that are causing a great deal of controversy. First off, is the game worth $40? This really depends on your definition. If you look at the amount of content (btw, there's 3 game modes, not 2, and yes, although two of them appear to be similar, they play out very differently) and compare it to some other games, the price seems way too high. On the other hand, if you look at the amount of fun you're having and how many hours you can happily spend with the game, $40 feels like a bargain. In the end, it's everyone's own choice whether the game is worth it or not. That said, you do get all of the upcoming content for free when you have the game. This includes competitive mode (=ranked), new maps, game modes and heroes. Knowing Blizzard, there will be a lot of content and support coming from them, but we're essentially paying for content that's not (yet) there.

    Nonetheless, it is absolutely mindless to give the game 0/10 because it is multiplayer only and doesn't have a lot of content. Look at CS:GO and LoL, for example. Not a lot of content there, but there's TONS of players who have thousands of hours spent in the game. Granted, the skill ceiling in Overwatch may not be quite as high, but the game is clearly designed to be an esport. It's not everyone's cup of tea, but that doesn't mean it's a bad game.

    The progression system is essentially about lootboxes that grant you skins, voice lines, sprays etc. I can see this not being to everyone's liking, but personally, I like it. It does seem like a F2P mechanic, especially with the micro-transactions, but contrary to some people's opinion, the game isn't a F2P game, nor should it be. Bear in mind that everything in the game is obtainable without real money AND you get all the heroes (including the upcoming ones) instantly for free. For the record, you can not buy anything that helps you in the game in any way. It's all just cosmetic.

    In the end, the game is a lot of fun and it's very addicting. The amount of polish and detail is really impressive, but unfortunately we're paying for content that isn't yet there and the mechanical skill required is a bit underwhelming so I have to give it an 8/10. Still, I'd imagine that somewhere in the future, when more content has been released, the game might deserve a 9.    … Expand
  40. bikashyap
    May 25, 2016
    10
    Great game. A bit more work on matchmaker would be great.
    It will need a week to get understanding of the game before actually commenting, as it seems shallow at first, but is actually quite deep. Definitely not f2p, with the polish level.
  41. Troyerox130
    May 24, 2016
    9
    good game, faster, amusing but It has few heroes and few maps for hours of game, since being an addictive game soon it will seem a little repetitive, but still worth.
    Each hero is completely different to another, the game itself is very different from other FPS.
    It would be excellent but having 21 heroes and a few maps experience becomes repetitive but not boring.
  42. voogi
    May 25, 2016
    10
    Far far away this is the best online funshooter game in the last decade.

    -CONS
    -some hero maybe(!!!) have some overpowered ability. Like Mei freeze.
  43. Darkmanatee
    May 25, 2016
    10
    In the times of gaming we are in now, a lot of us will agree that perhaps, some games, some developers even, are too afraid to abandon the notion of what they know is right, the fear of their game failing petrifies them. Financially it could be the end of the line. So us, the consumers have begun suffering consistent titles that rinse and repeat year after year.
    Afraid to create their own    In the times of gaming we are in now, a lot of us will agree that perhaps, some games, some developers even, are too afraid to abandon the notion of what they know is right, the fear of their game failing petrifies them. Financially it could be the end of the line. So us, the consumers have begun suffering consistent titles that rinse and repeat year after year.
    Afraid to create their own identity.. and This to me, is what Overwatch is not afraid of.
    With its own style and its own attitude many hardcore gamers dedicated to military shooters have shown to be somewhat intimidated by Overwatch and its colourful, quirky humour.
    But that is not all Overwatch is about:
    The effort put into balancing not just on characters but maps too, is outstanding. Everything can be Strong. Everything can be countered

    The lack of a single player campaign has bothered many but their is plenty lore out there if you need that sort of thing, you can even check out some overwatch shorts on youtube

    Blizzard have put all of their love and attention into the multiplayer and it shines bright

    When I first picked up and played Overwatch I gave a sigh of relief, finally something that feels natural again.
    Its diverse character roster has something for everyone
    If you like sniping, Widowmaker is for you, If you like face paced teleporting madness, then try out Tracer, a fan of DOOM? Why not try Pharah or even Titanfall? Play D.Va
    Yes I realise to some that may seems as though I contradict myself, That's not its own personality.
    Sure you got me.
    Could this just mean you could try something different and at the same time as not really having to leave home? hmm Give it a go and see what you think :) You might just fall in love again like myself and many others :)
    This game deserves your attention    … Expand
  44. matinek
    May 25, 2016
    9
    Overwatch is a pretty good step up from the already well established arcade FPS games such as TF2. While it doesn't have any weapon unlocks it includes a heft cast of 21 heroes all with a unique role and set of abilities. The balance is pretty good in the main game, and if you're not into a balanced shooter you can hop unto the weekly brawl which uses various modifiers to create a new andOverwatch is a pretty good step up from the already well established arcade FPS games such as TF2. While it doesn't have any weapon unlocks it includes a heft cast of 21 heroes all with a unique role and set of abilities. The balance is pretty good in the main game, and if you're not into a balanced shooter you can hop unto the weekly brawl which uses various modifiers to create a new and entertaining gamemode every week. I've seen a lot of people complain for the lack of maps or gamemodes, and honestly as to this point I have no complaints over the amount of content in this game. Just keep in mind that this is a multiplayer only game and I don't believe that a lack of a story mode is a good enough argument against this game. Nobody complains about the lack of a singleplayer in other competitive shooters and besides, the way the game is designed I don't believe a singleplayer mode could actually be implemented well.

    Overall, I'll give Overwatch 9/10. I trust Blizzard will update this game adding new heroes and maps constantly as they've promised, but the ability to purchase loot boxes just leaves a bad taste in my mouth. That said there is no advantage to skins or in-game currency so it is in no way P2W.    … Expand
  45. Serd
    May 25, 2016
    10
    Best game what I've ever played, I highly recommend this game. It might be expensive, but you're going to have fun while playing this game with your friends.
  46. Eisenhart
    May 25, 2016
    9
    Extremely well-executed, presented and made game. It delivers on what it promises with no caveats.

    Not a perfect score only because they removed the Competitive Mode (which was available back in Closed Beta), though it seems like they'll put it back soon.
  47. rubenlujan92
    May 30, 2016
    10
    this game is easy to pick up. You going to need time to master it and understand how to play each character and see what strength and weakness they have. I Feel that i will be playing this game for a long time to come like a play tf2, LOL. halo, and other game i play
  48. identid
    May 30, 2016
    10
    This game is really good! I loved TF2 and played it very long (for years). No other multiplayer fps got me hooked like it ever again. Best multiplayer first person shooter.
  49. Construc_
    Jun 1, 2016
    10
    Its easy to learn, but hard to master. No games studio ever aspires to be more than that. the characters are diverse and interesting, the swaping of characters mid-match is a nice twist and really shakes things up, and the gameplay is snappy and fun. while the maps and game modes are sparse, they are interesting and well designed to the point that more maps would only add clutter. iIts easy to learn, but hard to master. No games studio ever aspires to be more than that. the characters are diverse and interesting, the swaping of characters mid-match is a nice twist and really shakes things up, and the gameplay is snappy and fun. while the maps and game modes are sparse, they are interesting and well designed to the point that more maps would only add clutter. i dont buy many games, but this one is a keeper for life.… Expand
  50. Bastrion
    May 25, 2016
    10
    Excellent shooter. Have been playing it non stop and it just never gets old! Easy for casual gamers, challenging for hardcore gamers, and both can play together without feeling one is a drain on the other. Perfect!
  51. Victorium99
    May 24, 2016
    10
    10/10.
    -Good mechanics.
    -Simple.
    -Nice graphics.
    -Excelent controls.
    -Inmersive maps.
    -BLIZZARD

    Amazing, it's very funny and adictive, this game gave me the strengh to believe again in shooters.
  52. Darkwasp
    May 25, 2016
    10
    If any multiplayer game deserves 10/10, it's definitely Overwatch. I've been playing this game since the very beginning of closed beta in October, and 10 minutes were enough for me to understand: this will be a huge hit. Playing this game in beta and writing feedback on it were a whole adventure for me and a lot of other people, but now it's history and a subject for another discussion.If any multiplayer game deserves 10/10, it's definitely Overwatch. I've been playing this game since the very beginning of closed beta in October, and 10 minutes were enough for me to understand: this will be a huge hit. Playing this game in beta and writing feedback on it were a whole adventure for me and a lot of other people, but now it's history and a subject for another discussion. Let's talk about current state of the game, when it's already released!
    But first, let's discuss the most controversial topic of all - game price. Why it's bloody $40 bucks (that is if you are happy PC gamer; it's whooping $60 on consoles)? Simple, because you're getting everything from the start. No locked abilities, heroes, maps, modes. Just think, what's best for you: pay up $$$ now or bleed money throughout the whole time you'll be playing? $3-$5 bucks per character, $10 for some monthly exp boost is already enough to end up with the same $40-$60 bucks paid just in three-four months. And it's not all, obviously, you need to pay more to keep up with the game. More characters on the way, more months coming... And it'll never end, just admit it. But here, in Overwatch, you have everything from the moment you launch the game for the fist time, and you will get future content updates, because you already paid for it. You have to understand that Overwatch, like many other games today, is work in progress, it'll never stop to evolve. Maps, modes, heroes - you will just have access to all of it once it'll be released. And it's awesome; for me it's easier to pay fixed price ahead and never worry about money for future updates.
    Alright, let's talk about the game already. It's class-based shooter, which means, to simplify things, a hybrid between Quake and some modern MOBA. You have an awesome, skill-based and fast shooting merged with variety of abilities and mechanics, different from one hero to another. While first part, shooting, is basically the same as in other arcade shooting games, second part, different classes with different abilities, deserves deeper explanation.
    Imagine, that you are playing Zarya, a tank by in-game definition, designed to push enemies back, withstand some considerable damage and shield allies for a short time. Her weapon has two modes: particle beam, which does damage if you pointing it on enemy, and projectiles, which explode and do some damage in an area. You can charge weapon by absorbing damage with barriers, which are in a short cooldown, and increase damage output by 100%, which puts her damage in line with offensive heroes, which do same damage by default. Pointing beam accurately on an enemy and hitting them with projectiles, plus absorbing damage with barriers requires some skill, at least it's not that easy to do, but once you master it, you can really outdamage everyone in your team, being both a tank and mvp-damage dealer. That was the shooting part.
    Now for class-based thing: you are a tank, which means you are tough; half of your health pool is rechargeable shield, which restores really fast while out of combat, and most importantly, you have barriers, one for you and one for your teammate, they help you to stay alive and charge you weapon in the same time. But the most important thing about playing Zarya is utilizing her ultimate ability. Ultimates are different for each hero, they are charging over time and in combat, and once used properly, can literally change the flow of entire round. Zarya's ultimate is one if the most useful for teamplay and combines really well with a lot of others. What it does is simple: it grabs every enemy in an area and holds them together for 4 seconds - more than enough time to kill everyone who got caught. And thing is, using this ability properly is crucial to break entrenched enemy position, and Zarya player and his/her teammates will be very well rewarded if they coordinate use of this ability very accurately.
    I've wrote all this to show you that game is not that simple as it looks if you glance at it for one or two minutes. Every hero and every map requires studying and learning, you can't get to the bottom of this game in two minutes of playing. It's essentially "Easy to learn, hard to master" - famous motto of all Blizzard games. I've played Overwatch for more than half a year now, and I still finding some little things to help me improve my game even more.
    Also, it's the most fun game to play with friends I've ever seen. Admittedly, Overwatch is really un-fun to play alone; I suspect that's why so many reviews are negative. During open beta I've managed to get full six-people premade, and omg it was awesome. The best two hours of gaming I ever had in my life! Hoping to repeat it some time.
    P.S. And didn't even mentioned many other pros of this game, such as incredible overall quality and breathtaking art, but those 5000 character coming to and end.
    P.S.S. Sorry for more than possible grammar errors, English is not my native language!    … Expand
  53. dopebreeze
    Jun 1, 2016
    9
    Allowing you to change hero's during the game makes you consider counters and synergy's whilst during the match, making this game not only a beautiful game with incredibly fun gun-play but also a great team based FPS that places emphasis on teamwork and smart decision making whilst in the match.
  54. PbFarmer
    May 25, 2016
    9
    After an extremely smooth launch, playing the open beta extensively and now the launch let me just say the game is incredible. If you want a single/solo experience, it may not be for you seeing as there's no campaign, but the reality is the mechanics are fantastic, the teamplay dynamics are stupendous, and the characters are so varied and unique that there's a reason to pick up and playAfter an extremely smooth launch, playing the open beta extensively and now the launch let me just say the game is incredible. If you want a single/solo experience, it may not be for you seeing as there's no campaign, but the reality is the mechanics are fantastic, the teamplay dynamics are stupendous, and the characters are so varied and unique that there's a reason to pick up and play everyone at some point. There's a play style for everyone.

    The game emphasizes team work and going for the objective as opposed to straight up eliminations and the game is all the better for it. You have to work strategically and try to fill gaps where your teammates roster has them, or swap to characters who can counter your opponents (see Genji as a counter vs. Bastion). Matches last a nice amount of time ranging from 5-15 minutes which is perfect, and having loot/micro transactions locked purely to cosmetics is a welcome point. There's no reason to do a micro transaction unless you really want to try unlocking stuff faster but otherwise you'll be all set.

    Hard not to recommend this game as it scratches every itch I have for a multiplayer shooter.

    TL;DR, if you love Team Fortress 2, you've found the next iteration for the new generation in Overwatch. Buy.    … Expand
  55. Sevvy88
    May 26, 2016
    9
    Blizzard still has it. When the studio puts their mind to it you can see the passion. Overwatch is lovely, fun, fast paced, addictive, challenging, and full of character.

    People have been talking about the FPS genre becoming stale and on life support and we've watched even Battlefield devolve into a CoD clone to rake in easier dollars, but Overwatch stands on its own and apart. It has    Blizzard still has it. When the studio puts their mind to it you can see the passion. Overwatch is lovely, fun, fast paced, addictive, challenging, and full of character.

    People have been talking about the FPS genre becoming stale and on life support and we've watched even Battlefield devolve into a CoD clone to rake in easier dollars, but Overwatch stands on its own and apart. It has an identity, and is original enough that the "Team Fortress 2 clone" accusations really have no basis.

    Definitely pick this one up.    … Expand
  56. weirdseth
    Jun 1, 2016
    10
    Overwatch is the most fun I've had playing video games in years! It's addicting, always leaving me wanting to play another match. The characters are all a lot of fun to play and all feel very different. I really don't understand how people can say that this game isn't worth $60. It has only been out for a week and I've already spent over 30 hours playing it. That is so much more time thanOverwatch is the most fun I've had playing video games in years! It's addicting, always leaving me wanting to play another match. The characters are all a lot of fun to play and all feel very different. I really don't understand how people can say that this game isn't worth $60. It has only been out for a week and I've already spent over 30 hours playing it. That is so much more time than I would spend in a game like Uncharted, but I don't see anyone saying that game isn't worth the money. If you like multiplayer shooters at all, buy this game. If you don't like multiplayer shooters, probably not for you.… Expand
  57. mAceOfHearts
    May 31, 2016
    9
    First of all, this game costs 40 dollars, not 60. 60 is for the Origins Edition, which contains extra items such as skins and a World of Warcraft pet.
    Secondly, this game is meant to played for the sake of having fun. Not for progression, not for prestige, not for serious competition (outside of esports team, of course), but for pure, unadulterated, fun. Sure, it gets repetitive, but it's    First of all, this game costs 40 dollars, not 60. 60 is for the Origins Edition, which contains extra items such as skins and a World of Warcraft pet.
    Secondly, this game is meant to played for the sake of having fun. Not for progression, not for prestige, not for serious competition (outside of esports team, of course), but for pure, unadulterated, fun. Sure, it gets repetitive, but it's still fun, even after 20+ hours, at least for me. If you like Team Fortress 2, you'll probably like this.    … Expand
  58. Zalty
    Jun 1, 2016
    10
    The game has a few balancing issues, and the loot boxes could use a higher drop rate for things that are actually worth it, but basically, the game is otherwise fan. Tastic. It's incredibly polished, and the emphasis is on FUN, not making money. A story mode would be fine, but Blizzard never planned for one in the first place, unlike Battlefront, and we do get story in the form ofThe game has a few balancing issues, and the loot boxes could use a higher drop rate for things that are actually worth it, but basically, the game is otherwise fan. Tastic. It's incredibly polished, and the emphasis is on FUN, not making money. A story mode would be fine, but Blizzard never planned for one in the first place, unlike Battlefront, and we do get story in the form of Disney-level quality animated shorts, and comics that they periodically release. Everything about the game, from the emphasis on team play, to the marketing campaign is lovingly crafted for us. People complain about the price tag, but this is one of the few times I personally can say the devs deserve it. I went and bought the Origins edition simply because I felt the developers did everything they could for the PLAYERS, and not for themselves, and thus did deserve more than virtually every other triple-A company.… Expand
  59. BeryFPS
    May 24, 2016
    9
    The game itself is awesome. very dynamic, fast and competitive. the bad thing is the game doesn't have advanced training systems, like "deathmatch" mode (servers), custom maps to train yourself in aim/flicks etc. would be better also if blizzard allowed to hide the viewmodels, like we had in TF2 and change the HUD. those are some minor problems, but still, this game is totally sick
  60. ghzghost
    May 25, 2016
    10
    An excellent game that lives up to the hype. Overwatch is the next big thing in MMO games. I'm sad to see so many negative reviews from people who either don't understand the game, are salty, or are simply hating on it because they like Battleborn better. Whatever their reasons, they are entitled to their opinion. The price may seem a bit steep for what there is, but it's also important toAn excellent game that lives up to the hype. Overwatch is the next big thing in MMO games. I'm sad to see so many negative reviews from people who either don't understand the game, are salty, or are simply hating on it because they like Battleborn better. Whatever their reasons, they are entitled to their opinion. The price may seem a bit steep for what there is, but it's also important to consider that every single map and character released in the future will be free, so that makes it worth it. The characters and worlds are amazing: each one feels unique and well-balanced. The visuals are gorgeous: It's not just another generic gritty brown military shooter. The music is great: it feels epic and inspiring. Overall, if you like team-based FPS games where teamwork actually matters, then you should play it. I recommend picking it up for PC instead of consoles. The community will be richer and last longer on PC.… Expand
  61. Rocker0407
    May 25, 2016
    9
    Overwatch... wow just wow can be said about this game,so many characters to choose from, art style to leave you smiling, fun game modes and just all round good time. You will see people say this game is bad because of hackers and cheaters... answer to that is Overwatch is dishing out permanent bans to anyone found cheating or hacking sooooooo chill haters just chill. Secondly they willOverwatch... wow just wow can be said about this game,so many characters to choose from, art style to leave you smiling, fun game modes and just all round good time. You will see people say this game is bad because of hackers and cheaters... answer to that is Overwatch is dishing out permanent bans to anyone found cheating or hacking sooooooo chill haters just chill. Secondly they will same some rubbish like this game is terrible because of Micro transactions... its just cosmetic items people relax. Anything that can be bought over micro transactions can be obtained in game. So the good about Overwatch, it's a nice escape from the usual FPS games you normally play (call of duty, battlefield etc). Overwatch is a nice change and is a truly enjoyable experience also if you bored of the same kind of gameplay just switch to a different character because each character plays differently and is just as fun as the next (use Roadhog... best ever). Overall Overwatch is a good fun time and is a must for all those that enjoy FPS and is wanting to try something new and different.… Expand
  62. Reverendmalerik
    May 25, 2016
    10
    My group has a guy who can't play shooters for toffee. He's terrible at all shooters but he's our friend so we bring him along.

    Playing overwatch he is always reinhardt or mercy and gets man of the match every single game. There are so many options here that there is always *someone* you will be good as. The graphics, sound, ui and design are up to usual Blizzard standards, that is    My group has a guy who can't play shooters for toffee. He's terrible at all shooters but he's our friend so we bring him along.

    Playing overwatch he is always reinhardt or mercy and gets man of the match every single game. There are so many options here that there is always *someone* you will be good as.

    The graphics, sound, ui and design are up to usual Blizzard standards, that is to say incredible. The game plays great. I haven't seen any lag and the game actively encourages positive attitudes and teamwork over COD style K/D obsession.

    Fantastic work all round. As for those people complaining no campaign, this isn't Brink. It's what Brink should have been.    … Expand
  63. RodZoron
    May 26, 2016
    9
    I don't give this game a 10/10 simply because there is much more content that will be added in the near future, and surely make this game even better. Gameplay, art-work, level design, heroes, lore... Everything in this game is great. It's a very well polished game with great gameplay and story, which evidently shows with how much passion this game was created by the Blizzard folks.I don't give this game a 10/10 simply because there is much more content that will be added in the near future, and surely make this game even better. Gameplay, art-work, level design, heroes, lore... Everything in this game is great. It's a very well polished game with great gameplay and story, which evidently shows with how much passion this game was created by the Blizzard folks. Recommended for sure.… Expand
  64. ImHappy
    May 27, 2016
    9
    Great Game TF2 improved
    -great graphics, characters, maps (even simple), atmosphere and voice acting, free DLC program !
    Negatives : -few modes, no music during matches. I ve had an amazing time playing this game, it's been a long time i didn't have this much fun. with friends or strangers , its a blast ! i have to say : blizzard brand name, I'm confident this game will be    Great Game TF2 improved
    -great graphics, characters, maps (even simple), atmosphere and voice acting, free DLC program !

    Negatives :
    -few modes, no music during matches.

    I ve had an amazing time playing this game, it's been a long time i didn't have this much fun. with friends or strangers , its a blast !

    i have to say : blizzard brand name, I'm confident this game will be supported years to come, like diablo 2.    … Expand
  65. luth411
    May 24, 2016
    10
    This game is just plain fun. There are no two ways around it. The Blizzard style and 90's shooter philosophy does two things for me. First, it offers nostalgia of the 90s when these chaotic, cooperative, strategic shooters like TF and Quake ruled. I didn't even realize how much I had been missing that today. Second, the creative and technical standards of Blizzard unapologeticallyThis game is just plain fun. There are no two ways around it. The Blizzard style and 90's shooter philosophy does two things for me. First, it offers nostalgia of the 90s when these chaotic, cooperative, strategic shooters like TF and Quake ruled. I didn't even realize how much I had been missing that today. Second, the creative and technical standards of Blizzard unapologetically catapult this game into the present with such confidence and force that you wonder what the hell other developers even do with their time and resources.

    Beyond the superficial experience of audio-visual mastery lies a surprisingly deep mechanical foundation that demands the player's intelligence and resilience in learning its nuance and complexity. It's one of those games where you're constantly assessing yourself and those around you to learn, critique, and improve. This game deserves your consideration if not your money.    … Expand
  66. Sonygger
    May 24, 2016
    10
    Best FPS to come out in a while. Fantastic multiplat game so Sonyggers btfo. Big whoop about microtransactions and game price, **** are just mad about not having money. Battleborn cucks BTFO kek. Also Mei is best girl.
  67. toulalaho
    May 25, 2016
    10
    It's truly a great successor for TF2.
    The gameplay is simple but good. There is a large place for improvements. I can't wait for ranked mode.

    Blizzard will improve the game and it may become a new standard in esport.
  68. Hoondarrh
    May 25, 2016
    10
    Nice shooter!
    I was years without play FPS games and this one made me get back to this genre.
    I have no complains about Overwatch right now and hoping for new content in future.
  69. BigYoshiFan
    May 24, 2016
    10
    simply one of the best shooters i've ever played. full stop. get it right now! also. dont get on console. incase you're new to blizzards games. they're known like valve for abandoning there console ports soon after release. isnt demanding anyway. trust me.
  70. bwort007
    May 26, 2016
    10
    Simple the best team shooter outside., Easy to get in , hard to master. dont beleave the haters, this game is a blast with friends. Blizzard did it again.
  71. kZard
    May 27, 2016
    10
    Best FPS I've played in a while. It just keeps getting better the more I get to know the characters.

    The animations are slick. Character design is amazing. All the heroes play entirely differently, and all of them are fun. This game even makes being tank or support fun.
  72. Chengalang
    May 25, 2016
    10
    This is what you get when you combine a MOBA like League of Legends or DOTA and throw in some Halo. Very team based game focusing on objectives while mixing in the intensity of crazy firefights. Focusing on team position and communication is key. This game is a lot of fun and it's still fresh, once Blizzard releases more game modes then the game will just grow.
  73. Ginnko
    May 26, 2016
    9
    I won't say that this game is perfect. Granted there isn't a boat load of content for it RIGHT NOW. Having said that many people don't look past their initial impressions and dive deep into really looking game they decide to pay $60 dollars for. I have read reviews of people who when into Overwatch having not played the beta, having not seen game play, having not done any sort of researchI won't say that this game is perfect. Granted there isn't a boat load of content for it RIGHT NOW. Having said that many people don't look past their initial impressions and dive deep into really looking game they decide to pay $60 dollars for. I have read reviews of people who when into Overwatch having not played the beta, having not seen game play, having not done any sort of research whatsoever and rated it obscenely poorly because they felt gypped when it was clearly their own fault for a poor allocation of their funds. $60 dollars is a lot. Is this game worth that much? I can't say that everyone would feel that way at least now but that doesn't affect that I feel the gameplay, the visuals, the score and the fun isn't worth the time and money I have put into it. There is more to come and many consumers haven't bothered to check that there isn't going to be 'only' 21 characters. They will be releasing more as the game's life cycle grows completely free. I can't imagine that the map count would be any different especially since that seems to be the way map content in games is shifting. I didn't see anyone complaining about 343 giving out all of their maps in Halo 5 for free. Another gripe I have been seeing is the lack of anything unlock-able. I get that. But if that is all that drives you play Call of Duty, play Battlefield. Don't come into a game with preconceived notions that have no basis because you decided not to check it out before you blew your money and called it a crap game. It just makes you look stupid. All in all, this game is great. $60 dollars is a lot for a game period. For this game maybe a little more than that but wait it out. Do your research. Feel it out. Play it at a friends house first and if you don't like it, don't get it. If you do then sweet! You have a ton of people to play with that I know will be enjoying it just as much as you. This game is great. Lacking in a ton of content at the moment but when has Blizzard not been known to put out more? It'll come soon™. Definitely worthy of a high score.… Expand
  74. Axe720
    May 24, 2016
    10
    This game has the Blizzard magic all over it which they do with all their games. Great FPS that feels just right to play. All of the characters are different and brings so much variety to the game. Awesome job.
  75. Aaronp2k
    May 29, 2016
    9
    Ignore the negatives. They are all cod players who think just because there are killcams you are supposed to lone wolf and try to get the most kills. If you are tired of slow paced team based multiplayer games (like most moba games) then this game has you covered. Not a lot of content for the price but more will be added later for free I'd imagine, also the content the game does have isIgnore the negatives. They are all cod players who think just because there are killcams you are supposed to lone wolf and try to get the most kills. If you are tired of slow paced team based multiplayer games (like most moba games) then this game has you covered. Not a lot of content for the price but more will be added later for free I'd imagine, also the content the game does have is higher quality than any other multiplayer only game I have seen. All maps feel unique, the huge amount of characters to choose from caters to people with different play styles. e.g If you like slow hard hitting tank then you'll love rienhart, if you love being the nimble damage dealer who is a pain in the ass you will love tracer, if you like camping bastion is a great character for that. The best part is every character is weak against other certain characters. For instance, bastion is a death machine but if tracer gets behind him with her ultimate ability then bastion is screwed. You would think after a few matches the game would get boring, but every match is different. I am going to give this a 9 because although it isn't what I would call essential to own, the game delivers what it promises.… Expand
  76. Exist2Inspire
    May 29, 2016
    10
    Probably the best Multiplayer FPS i ever played! I have 25 hours game time already and i'm still highly motivated to play that game for many hours more. When you have a good group of friends to play together with the game is even more fun! Well worth my 40$!!
  77. kgbdk
    Jun 1, 2016
    9
    I wasn't sure if Overwatch was going to be good or not. I got a chance to play Starcraft: Ghost at E3 a long time ago, but then they cancelled it before it ever reached the general gaming public.

    Well, after 5 hours of gameplay, and ranked up to 14, I can say that it is very entertaining. I was a huge fan of Shadowrun on the Xbox 360. In many ways, it was a predecessor to Overwatch:    I wasn't sure if Overwatch was going to be good or not. I got a chance to play Starcraft: Ghost at E3 a long time ago, but then they cancelled it before it ever reached the general gaming public.

    Well, after 5 hours of gameplay, and ranked up to 14, I can say that it is very entertaining. I was a huge fan of Shadowrun on the Xbox 360. In many ways, it was a predecessor to Overwatch: different classes, trolls that absorbed massive amounts of damage, nimble Elven samurai that could teleport through walls, dwarves with shotguns, and magic spells that would allow you to create thorned bushes. But Shadowrun was abandoned when FASA shut down.

    Overwatch does most of those things and a bit more. It has highly detailed graphics that have personality. The presentation of the character portraits have style. Instead of the generic soldier with different upgradeable guns, you have to learn the gameplay mechanics of each character as if it were a fighting game. You really need to work together if you want to win. It does need a bit more variation in terms of game types, but I'm sure Blizzard will add those as time goes on. The core gameplay is really fun and makes me miss Shadowrun a little bit less, which is a great thing.    … Expand
  78. Evidicus
    Jun 1, 2016
    10
    With Overwatch, Blizzard does exactly what they do best. They take an existing concept and refine it to a level of polish that most developers will never be able to match. Some will say that there's nothing new or innovative to be found here, and that the game essentially just takes the Team Fortress 2 formula mixes in a little MOBA flavor. While technically these people are correct,With Overwatch, Blizzard does exactly what they do best. They take an existing concept and refine it to a level of polish that most developers will never be able to match. Some will say that there's nothing new or innovative to be found here, and that the game essentially just takes the Team Fortress 2 formula mixes in a little MOBA flavor. While technically these people are correct, Overwatch is a game that proves that the whole is far greater than the sum of its parts.

    Pros:
    - The 21 heroes are all unique, interesting and fun to play. Even tanks and support classes, which are typically unpopular given that most FPS players just want to selfishly hunt for kills, are a lot of fun with interesting abilities. I especially appreciate that, regardless of your preferred play style or level of experience, there is a character that you can do well with. You don't have to be an exceptional FPS player to enjoy this game and contribute to your team. This is a good thing.

    - The visual and audio design are incredible! I'm not just talking about the art style, which I think is fantastic, but I understand is subjective. What I'm referring to is the visual language and audio cues that the game has to tell you immediately what the heroes do, where the objectives are and what you should be doing. It only take a couple of matches to know that a specific enemy ultimate has been activated based purely on sound alone. The UI is informative, clean and gives you all of the information you need without being a distraction. Finally, the combat, heroes and maps are all colorful and bright without being garish or confusing. You may see a lot of bright effects in the middle of combat, but you know exactly what abilities those effects correspond to.

    - The maps and modes are engaging and fun to play. While the modes are simplistic in terms of objectives, I think Blizzard was smart to keep it that way at launch. It still amazes me that despite the simplicity of the modes, how many players still ignore them and try to hunt for kills like a traditional FPS. Hopefully more complex and interesting modes will come along after the player base matures a bit and the begins to understand that objectives are more important than individual performance. Where the maps really shine are the hidden paths that each contains to allow certain heroes with movement abilities to back cap objectives or avoid meat-grinder choke points. These paths are not immediately obvious, but once you learn them, it's incredibly rewarding.

    - The hero interactions and how they compliment or counter each other, coupled with the ability to swap heroes on the fly, really make this game shine! If you're the kind of player who wants to come in and "main" a single hero, you'll probably be in for a bad time. But if you treat it like a MOBA and can master a handful of characters across each of the roles, then Overwatch will be a very enjoyable experience for you.

    - Depth without complexity. People often confuse these as being the same thing, but they aren't. Overwatch is very simple to pick up and play, even with heroes you may have never tried before. But you'll constantly find new ways to use them based on your team, the enemy team and the map you're on.

    - In game purchases are limited to cosmetic items only, and are completely optional. Don't care about them? Don't buy the loot boxes. You can earn them simply by playing the game. It's about as non-offensive as micro-transactions can be. If you don't care to purchase loot boxes, then don't. Buy the game once, and never pay another dime.

    - 60 FPS at 1080 - even on consoles.

    Cons:
    - No single player. I personally don't think this is a huge deal, or even necessary. There are fantastic games that *only* have single player, and Overwatch is a fantastic game that *only* has multiplayer. The only reason I list is as a con is because the heroes are so great that I would love a campaign.

    - Symmetra should really be a Defensive hero and not a Support. She doesn't heal, and her shields are not enough to really carry a team as a solo support. Her kit is really better aligned with the Defensive role, but again, this is a very minor and personal complaint.    … Expand
  79. JScott
    Jun 1, 2016
    10
    Do not pay attention to the whiny man-childs, this is a damn good game. The characters aren't always the most original, but they all play different and you'll rarely be bored with any of them in a match. If you're having trouble with one, you can switch during the match to another, and try again. COD babies may want to start with Soldier 76 so they feel comfortable before moving ontoDo not pay attention to the whiny man-childs, this is a damn good game. The characters aren't always the most original, but they all play different and you'll rarely be bored with any of them in a match. If you're having trouble with one, you can switch during the match to another, and try again. COD babies may want to start with Soldier 76 so they feel comfortable before moving onto McCree or Roadhog :P… Expand
  80. Fizzlefuse
    Jun 3, 2016
    8
    As with all their games, Overwatch is a polished, rock solid game with great gameplay.
    Each character feels unique and fresh and has a wonderful back story to it. Blizzard did a great job in making this game accessible to both the casual and hardcore gamer, and even if you're a complete novice you feel like you contribute and can pull off some amazing feats at times.
    I'm having a lot    As with all their games, Overwatch is a polished, rock solid game with great gameplay.
    Each character feels unique and fresh and has a wonderful back story to it. Blizzard did a great job in making this game accessible to both the casual and hardcore gamer, and even if you're a complete novice you feel like you contribute and can pull off some amazing feats at times.

    I'm having a lot of fun playing with my friends, even when we're losing horribly.

    That said there are some cons.

    First of all this is a team oriented game that relies heavily on teamwork, so it can get a bit boring and frustrating if you aren't playing with a group of friends. Random teams just have random results so you're better off with friends.

    Second is the lack of a solo campaign. With Blizzard's incredible world building, with backgrounds for each character and INCREDIBLE animated shorts it feels like there is more to this game then there actually is... and I could understand that some people might have initially thought there was more to it.
    All this lore is actually developed for the IP in the whole that they may or may not get into with games or DLC further down the road.

    Third is a.. semi-con. Collectables and loot boxes or rather how they work.
    Blizzard has a way of tapping into the completionist in many of us. They do it in pretty much all their games, a reason why some refer to blizzard games as digital crack.

    Every time you level up you get a lootbox... which has a chance of giving you a few items, which can be skins, intro animations, character emotes, sprays, player icons and voice lines. These lootboxes can also be bought in-game via blizzard's store.

    While opening these boxes give you that exciting uncertainty of what you'll get.. it's COMPLETELY RANDOM. This means that, potentially, you could open a great deal of boxes and only get sprays, icons and voice lines and perhaps some currency while you really just wanted that one legendary skin for that once character you love to play.

    Also, while legendary skins cost 1000 ingame currency to unlock, if a lootbox happens to contain a skin you already have, it will only award you 200 currency.

    I could go on and on about this but lets just say that the RNG is strong in thisone. For some this turns out gloriously and for others it's a random generated nightmare.

    those are my 2cts on the game. Overall I give it a 8... a solo campaign would probably make this game a 9 or even a 10. I can't wait to see what Blizzard does next with this new franchise, there's a lot of potential.    … Expand
  81. Zep188
    May 26, 2016
    10
    Overwatch, a game that, for some, feels like a complete rip off of TF2, has others enjoying the game for what it is and how it takes old ideas and refreshes them in Blizzards new arena shooter.

    Some people have problems with the tick rate (20) some have problems with blizzards "favor the shooter" mechanics, some have problems with ultimate abilities and the new cosmetic crates that    Overwatch, a game that, for some, feels like a complete rip off of TF2, has others enjoying the game for what it is and how it takes old ideas and refreshes them in Blizzards new arena shooter.

    Some people have problems with the tick rate (20) some have problems with blizzards "favor the shooter" mechanics, some have problems with ultimate abilities and the new cosmetic crates that blizzard wants you to pay for (although you get them passively through just playing the game and each crate costs under a dollar if you're impatient) but nobody can deny that the game is fun without sounding a little spiteful

    I'm here to tell you like it is, and this comes from a TF2 player with roughly 2000 hours of TF2 played, from the beginning (0 itemization on TF2 characters, no hats, no metal, no keys, no crates, etc.) to roughly 2 years ago, when the game became a drag for me.

    When I look at Overwatch I see a lot of characters that are deeply rooted in TF2 characters simply because of how the character works and what role they play. However, these characters are generally acceptable because they have abilities that distance themselves from other playable classes in other games. I will not be drawing direct comparisons because if you look at the characters you can draw these lines for yourself. What I am willing to say is that imitation is the best form of flattery.

    What I will also say is that what happened at Blizzards round table is obvious. Blizzard took a look at old games, took what they enjoyed best and what worked best to them, and decided to implement those things in their WIP; and there's nothing wrong with that. What you will mainly see in these reviews are people that are mad about characters that are obviously easier to play for new players (bastion, reinhardt etc.) and call out the nerf hammer or just say "it's a rip off and it costs money oh and I'm bored already" and just dismiss the game, which 350 have done, and they have every right to, but in my eyes it is a great injustice.

    The first time I played Overwatch, which was in the free beta not too long ago, I played solo most of the time, as i still do. I swapped my characters when I felt I should based on the enemy team and found who I was proficient at and who I wasn't, which I feel should be every new players intention. I did draw conclusions as to who acted similarly to TF2 characters and was amazed at the new abilities and new ideas that blizzard brought to the table. Yes, you have Roadhogs hook which is like Pudge from Dota, or Blitzcrank from league, but this is new ground in an arena shooter, and it is equally as satisfying. What I didn't do was become bummed out at similarities that I found; I actually enjoyed these similarities because that's what I enjoyed from previous titles as well, even if they were from different devs.

    What I noticed next was the fluid motion of characters and how smooth everything played out. Yes, I was flash banged by a Mccree many times, which causes a break in the action, and Mei did freeze me quite a few times, but it didn't make me rage, it made me want to think. Instead of figuring out which hat i was going to wear in TF2 I was actually thinking about how i can get around certain characters and what character I should play in order to beat the opposition and win. NOT get the most kills.

    One of the last things I noticed was the play of the game (POTG) which, sometimes, I admit can be a let down, but ultimate abilities are very satisfying to successfully use. You will find many players getting upset at "broken" ultimates but as time passes players adapt, this is also where individual player skill comes in, yes, even with Soldier76's aimbot. In short, even the most seemingly broken ultimate requires timing and a bit of finesse in order to catch more seasoned players out.

    All in all I'm having fun with Overwatch and will continue to do so in the foreseeable future. I endorse both solo play and playing with friends. I enjoy the graphics and the mechanics. I enjoy the learning curve and most if not all of the maps currently available. Blizzard may not have made the most original arena shooter ever but it doesn't deserve the rap it gets from the peanut gallery.

    TL;DR, don't listen to the angry TF2 fanboys, trolls, and naysayers who caused this game such grief simply because they outright dismiss the game for having a few issues, and certainly don't let it put you off of getting the game. This game holds its own. In reality this game is a 9.2 in my book, but i'm giving it a 10 to counteract some of these unbelievable reviews and dismissals. Ridiculous.    … Expand
  82. CavernClub
    May 25, 2016
    10
    I haven't felt this much joy and desire to play a video game in a long time. Overwatch is a breath of fresh air.

    My desire to play shooters had been slowing down for more games like smash bros and rocket league that had a little more new and unique ideas to them, so seeing another shooter being released just made me think I'll run the routine of buying a shooter, playing it the first    I haven't felt this much joy and desire to play a video game in a long time. Overwatch is a breath of fresh air.

    My desire to play shooters had been slowing down for more games like smash bros and rocket league that had a little more new and unique ideas to them, so seeing another shooter being released just made me think I'll run the routine of buying a shooter, playing it the first week or two, trying to find friends who have it so I'll have people to play with I know, and then getting bored/forgetting about it until the dust settles so high on it that giving it away isn't even Worth it. But I gave Overwatch a shot and I can't believe I hadn't been excited about this before.

    Upon loading up the game and starting with the tutorial, I struggled a bit with the controls. My shooter experience started with mainly Halo, Call of Duty and games the like, so not having sprint(or with the tutorial character Soldier 76 being tied to a button press) made things a little foreign. Realizing that every character was a completely different play style and had his or different kinks and actions was daunting at first, but it remind me of picking a fighter in Smash Bros., and Like in smash bros where basic such as jump, move and the buttons you press to attack so will every character control in a constant way. The defining and differentiating factor being the unique and creative abilities I've only dreamed about in shooter games.
    Having so many options to choose from and learning how all work with different team makeups makes this game so refreshing. Every game brings you a new ever changing puzzle that you and you team must solve. I have never been able to play the every level the same way and I love that. I don't want an experience in a game where I know the sniper sits up here and the turret always goes here. In games like Call of Duty where people end up using the same gun because it way overpowered, the balancing so perfect in Overwatch you will almost never blame it. Every character can be countered and if the situation calls for it you area me to change characters at anytime. If a team is dominating it's because they have a well organized group and are strategizing with each other. It is up to your team to figure it out how to take the opposing team and Objective. And I can't stress enough how much your team is the most important thing. So many games try to promote teamwork but it never works they way they say. I honestly feel like if any game has a team deathmatch mode you start only worrying about how you are playing, trying to get a positive k/d ratio and you will never be able to promote teamwork. Overwatch does not let you focus on yourself. It's not about you, it's about you working with others. I found myself constantly changing characters and trying to find the best for my team and for the situation and we started dominating and the other team didn't adapt, we would win in what felt like a heartbeat. I could go on for awhile about how I don't care if you are the best Hanzo player out there, having 2-4 of them on a team while we are attacking will rarely ever work. And I say rarely for a reason; because there is no definite way to play this game. There's no easy always win team combination. Sometimes a strategy might call for 4 Hanzos' and I love that Overwatch allows for a discovery that most shooter games have never gotten close too.

    You can feel the love and passion of the developers in every single detail of this game. There is nothing out of place. Every match I had, menu I scrolled through made me just feel like a kid again. I never wanted it to end. I have obsessed over this game. From something I had almost no interest in, to now wanting to spend all my free time with my wife and friends playing this game. I have a game I truly love and has refilled my passion for a genre that I believe has been getting stale. Thank you Blizzard.    … Expand
  83. Byeongok
    May 25, 2016
    10
    It's a nice shooter from Blizzard, not to serious, not to cheesy. For me, person who hates military shooters this title suits well. The game is very fast paced and there is always some action going on, which is great.
    Pros:
  84. CDysonSphere
    May 27, 2016
    10
    Overwatch is worth $60. There, I said it. You can cry about your fantasy where it's F2P and has a 40 hour story mode and Blizzard personally delivers the game to your doorstop on a silver platter, but I'm too busy telling a dragon to consume my enemies.
    Cavalry's here love. Now shut up and enjoy your game.
  85. Thunderklap
    Jun 1, 2016
    10
    This game is easily one of the best releases currently this year, its defiantly worth the £30 ($40) price tag.

    Pros: -21 very individual characters with interesting abilities and playstyles, each of which can appeal to different kinds of players from different genres of gaming. -Support characters are actually quite fun to play (especially Zenyatta), something which other games    This game is easily one of the best releases currently this year, its defiantly worth the £30 ($40) price tag.

    Pros:
    -21 very individual characters with interesting abilities and playstyles, each of which can appeal to different kinds of players from different genres of gaming.
    -Support characters are actually quite fun to play (especially Zenyatta), something which other games struggle to get right
    -Detailed backstory which going to be fleshed out as the game continues
    -12 individual maps with plans to add more in the future (all future maps will be free)
    -Cool skins and cosmetic items which are all available to be obtained in-game
    -Unique art style which looks very good in-game
    -Lots of skill based gameplay with characters that are both easy to pick up and hard to master
    -Good matchmaking and servers
    -Lack of annoying individuals that permeate many other games of this genre, especially kids and hackers (yet to see either of them after 20 hours)
    -Great fun both alone and with friends
    -Competitive modes to be added sometime during June 2016
    -Well optimised
    -No character feels absolutely broken or absolutely useless
    -Compatible with Dolby Atmos and other high quality sound systems
    -Much less focused on K/D and other generic FPS qualities and promotes teamwork
    -All future content updates will be free, somebody who owns the standard version to the game will be on equal footing to each other, there will be no microtransactions outside of skins and loot boxes which can be obtained normally for free.

    Cons
    -No single player
    -Some characters ,at the moment, feel much more useful than many other characters which are far more situational, especially once you get past how to counter Bastion and Torbjorn easily, although this may be subject to change    … Expand
  86. vgmkyle
    May 24, 2016
    10
    Battleborn is dead, and Uncharted is tired and boring... so what do you do? You play something that's actually inventive and fun. Overwatch is so much fun, and the reason behind that is all the variety and ways to perform in combat. It looks great too. Battleborn is the ugly rip off of Overwatch and is about as fun as Star Fox Wii.
  87. Meringue
    May 26, 2016
    10
    1. No one cares if you're poor

    2. No one cares about Valve, they're a dead company anyway

    3. No one cares if you're catching feelings about single player content, we don't want it.
  88. MikMki3
    May 24, 2016
    10
    Easily one of the best multiplayer first person shooters. Vastly better than Team Fortress 2, which i used to play in the past.

    The graphics , sounds, and general production values are incredible. The game is very polished, and runs incredibly well even on very low powered hardware. Movement is fluid and fast, and the shooting is satsfying.
  89. DAVC
    May 25, 2016
    10
    Overwatch is amazing!.......................................................................................................................................................................................................
  90. BludGeonT
    May 25, 2016
    10
    I have played FPS games since they were incepted, back to the days of Duke Nukem 3D. I am a twitch gamer and have played many, many FPS games through the years. I started playing Overwatch in mid Feb 2016 and I was instantly hooked. It has been a long time since I've had an addiction to a video game and this game has consumed me. I don't know what it is about it, but the thought thatI have played FPS games since they were incepted, back to the days of Duke Nukem 3D. I am a twitch gamer and have played many, many FPS games through the years. I started playing Overwatch in mid Feb 2016 and I was instantly hooked. It has been a long time since I've had an addiction to a video game and this game has consumed me. I don't know what it is about it, but the thought that went into every single move that heroes do is finely tuned and well balanced, the sounds are amazing - everything has a meaning. The graphics are astounding. The game also has many colorblind options to help players see what they should be seeing, which includes me and my red/green/purple color blindedness. People and reviewing magazines cry about micro transactions in the game, give me a break. The loot boxes are cosmetics ONLY and don't give any advantage to the players, you can play this game just the same if you never bought any additional loot boxes, so that CG magazine reviewer can go pound sand, clearly his write up is biased and maybe he should go play battleborn. I give this game a 10/10 and when you reach level 25, the competitive mode comes into play where matches will last a good 20 to 30 minutes. See you in the battlefield.… Expand
  91. onframe
    May 26, 2016
    10
    great game. That a simple mix of all ideas of final years. Remember one thing, that's only beginning of this game.And this beginning was great. Play and have fun. Peace for all
  92. motaclown
    May 24, 2016
    9
    I don't normally review but I really can't see what all the blizzard and non f2p hate is about. This game is awesome. It's fast paced and high energy. It really is fun if you are losing or winning. The game is still interesting and fun. All these babies who borrowed mommies money to play a game that they cant P2W need to stfu and go back to free TF2. No one cares.
  93. sevenw1nters
    May 25, 2016
    10
    Overwatch is a class based shooter that does everything right. I won't lie my faith had been waning with Blizzard as of late but in Overwatch you can clearly see a passion that I wasn't sure Blizzard was capable of anymore. 10/10.
  94. brave2000
    May 25, 2016
    10
    It's a nice shooter from Blizzard, not to serious, not to cheesy. For me, person who hates military shooters this title suits well. The game is very fast paced and there is always some action going on, which is great.
  95. yaboimaxxx
    May 25, 2016
    10
    The game is a fantastic twist between moba and fps and it's done so well. The artwork, game play, even the controls. Nothing about this game is lacking, there's even voice chat unlike most moba's. This game deserves every award in their way. Usually, hype destroys a game even if it's remotely good, but this game is so good that it fit to the hype. The difference in characters and theThe game is a fantastic twist between moba and fps and it's done so well. The artwork, game play, even the controls. Nothing about this game is lacking, there's even voice chat unlike most moba's. This game deserves every award in their way. Usually, hype destroys a game even if it's remotely good, but this game is so good that it fit to the hype. The difference in characters and the amount of fun it brings with your friends is the best and personally, the most bang for your buck game right now for PC. The only early on problem is balancing, but the game came out so it's not worth talking about.… Expand
  96. Caseyxx
    May 24, 2016
    10
    Breath of fresh air considering a market over saturated with moba esque shooters and modern shooters in general. The game is fun. One of the funnest games I've played in a long time. Highly recommended!
  97. MasterOogway
    May 24, 2016
    10
    I don't like shooters, but Overwatch is amazing! Addicting, accessible, beautiful! Balanced and amazing design!

    The fact that there is no single player do not affect the lore of the game. Blizzard is releasing many videos and other materials that complement the lore.
  98. Orudomonki
    May 26, 2016
    9
    Yoo guys it won't fcking help you guys all keep playing attack? WHO'S GOING TO GO SUPPORT? Or even tank? Yall think this some halo or call of duty type of sht and try to play fast, fck off mehn, play some support!

    9/10
  99. NikkiWonka
    May 29, 2016
    10
    The most refreshing game in the last century.
    Amazing gameplay, very polished and fast paced.
    I have more than 40h of game time so far and I haven't got bored for even a second.
    Yes the game costs money, but all the content that comes in the future is free of charge.
    Don't listen to all the people that cry about the cost, because the game is worth every penny.
  100. Syyntric
    May 25, 2016
    9
    9/10 in a heartbeat, and here's why:
    I've read the reviews from people about why this game is bad, and I do understand why, but I can't help but disagree. People have said now that it's repetitive, lacks a story-line, and isn't worth anything more than $10, and the big one, "The blizzard name is the only reason people are buying it."
    I strongly disagree. I have found a lot of variability    9/10 in a heartbeat, and here's why:
    I've read the reviews from people about why this game is bad, and I do understand why, but I can't help but disagree. People have said now that it's repetitive, lacks a story-line, and isn't worth anything more than $10, and the big one, "The blizzard name is the only reason people are buying it."
    I strongly disagree. I have found a lot of variability in this game, through the different maps and different characters. Your gameplay is constantly changing, as you have to pick different characters in order to hold off an enemy team's push if your original team composition wasn't working out. This game, although it doesn't feel like it, requires at least a little bit of thinking, such as "When is a good time to use this ultimate?" Or, "What can I do or who can I pick to really support my team more?"
    Now, to story-line. It is understandable that, as this is a Blizzard game, it is almost expected for them to have a campaign of some sort, and any type of backstory, and it really does. Each character has its own unique backstory into the whole story of Overwatch, before the setting of the game. The backstories make for great reads. Also, Blizzard is working on very detailed animated shorts that explain each characters' backstories were, in a more engaging way.

    This is easily one of them most engaging FPS' I have ever played on PC, in it's own unique way. I'm not saying this is any Battlefield game, or more similarly, Quake arcade-like shooter, but it's still so engaging to it's audience. The 98 rating, as of right now as I write this, is extremely justified. I have played north of maybe 15-16 hours of this game somewhat, and I have enjoyed every minute of it.

    The only reason why I haven't given this game a 10/10 is because you will not enjoy it as much if you aren't playing with at least one other friend.    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#3 Best PC Game of 2016
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#1 Most Discussed PC Game of 2016
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#13 Most Shared PC Game of 2016

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91

Universal acclaim - based on 64 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 62 out of 64
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 64
  3. Negative: 0 out of 64
  1. Trusted Reviews
    Apr 20, 2018
    90
    Overwatch remains one of the most compelling and experimental shooters in the world right now. Blizzard Entertainment’s commitment to innovative new heroes, modes and responding to community feedback is unparalleled – and a treat to watch. Like World of Warcraft, Starcraft and Diablo before it, Blizzard has crafted something that will undoubtedly be around for years to come.
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  2. GRYOnline.pl
    May 5, 2017
    95
    I'm certain that Overwatch will bring dozens of hours of fun to all lovers of dynamic online shooters. Focusing on one type of gameplay and an enormous attention to detail generated an excellent game. You have to appreciate the developers' sincerity when discussing doubts and problems with the community. Blizzard has done it again. You should see for yourself why so many players have fallen under Overwatch's spell.
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  3. GameGrin
    Dec 8, 2016
    95
    Overwatch is a punch to the face for multiplayer shooters. It mingles quick-fix, objective-based gameplay with a deep tactical core and intelligent meta, forming a game that is simply perfect in short bites and thoroughly satisfying to play for hours on end.
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