Overwatch (2016)

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  1. SeaOfSin
    May 25, 2016
    7
    Let's be objective. Have been playing Overwatch for 9 hours (got 14 lvl already) and need to say that game is so unbalanced. You can take the same heroes and get rekt everyone. For example, in defensive mission (like the Moscow one) take 2 Bastions, 2 Torbjörn, 1 tank and 1 healer and have the easiest win. Or D.Va and Junkrat with their ulties against the team escorting the vehicle, radiusLet's be objective. Have been playing Overwatch for 9 hours (got 14 lvl already) and need to say that game is so unbalanced. You can take the same heroes and get rekt everyone. For example, in defensive mission (like the Moscow one) take 2 Bastions, 2 Torbjörn, 1 tank and 1 healer and have the easiest win. Or D.Va and Junkrat with their ulties against the team escorting the vehicle, radius of these ulties is insane.

    Blizz literally took the worst from TF2 and Borderlands and totally ignored the best. This game is enjoyable but still feels like beta - so unfinished, so empty and so unbalanced. If you haven't bought it yet, do it in the next year, mb Blizz will finally finish it.    … Expand
  2. dilemma
    May 25, 2016
    10
    The reviews seem to be mixed for users.

    My thoughts are.... Gameplay. + Fast, addicting. Games can last 5-10 minutes and only take a few seconds to hop in one. At the end of each game you are always begging for more. + If you ever played an arcade shooter like Quake, Dirty Bomb, Enemy Territory, and you enjoyed them, well then this game is for you. It fits in perfectly with    The reviews seem to be mixed for users.

    My thoughts are....

    Gameplay.

    + Fast, addicting. Games can last 5-10 minutes and only take a few seconds to hop in one. At the end of each game you are always begging for more.

    + If you ever played an arcade shooter like Quake, Dirty Bomb, Enemy Territory, and you enjoyed them, well then this game is for you. It fits in perfectly with those in terms of arcade fast pace fps.

    - Although there "can" be a high skill cap just like any game there is a limit. Spells are simple. Characters like Lucio have a heal and a speed buff. Outside of timing when to use it, there isn't much challenge and reward into playing the character. You don't get rewarded for swapping between the speed and heal, or anything of that sort. This follows with all the characters.

    Characters

    + There's currently 21 and given how short games are, I was abled and pleased to play them all. Some of them feel like clones off others games, (Reinhart = Mordakaiser) and others are copies straight from their own franchise (Torbul = Valve TF but uses a Dwarf race as an engineer)

    + All of the characters seem to have a fun addicting style of game play that keeps the game interesting.

    Maps

    + There's roughly 13 (??) I've enjoyed most of them and seem to have the best action in smaller more enclosed areas then the larger opposite.

    - A lot of maps have HEAVY choke points that when on attack side can feel like a real pain trying to push through 2 bastions and a torbul turret.

    - Some maps seem to have dead ends (The Chinese one for example). Also my friends and I occasionally get lost after a spawn has been moved and the walk is a good 20 seconds from the battle.

    Meta

    - The current pro scene seems to be playing lot of Reinhart + Mercy setups. I don't mine Mercy has a main healer but it appear that if you aren't using Reinhart has your #1 tank, you aren't playing correctly. I hope Blizzard nerfs him or finds away to introduce tanks better.

    Performance

    + It's top notched. The game runs smooth like butter. It feels like one of the most polished games I have played. Joining lobbies, games, navigating the menu system, is all fluent and quick. It's a masterpiece by Blizzard.

    Overall

    Best way to describe my Overwatch experience ...... It's FUN. If you want to enjoy playing a game, pick it up. It's missing a hardcore competitive edge to it so it'll never bypass games like Counter-Strike but that's not it was designed.    … Expand
  3. Skyleaf
    Oct 11, 2016
    10
    Ok so Overwatch first had fallen into the greedy money trap with the olympic event. But the halloween event is so much better, and you can now buy skins for ingame currency. This makes the biggest concern I had for the games future fly right out of the window. Now oall it needs is more heroes to freshen up the meta. Still an absolute masterpiece in its current state! Hardly had a dev everOk so Overwatch first had fallen into the greedy money trap with the olympic event. But the halloween event is so much better, and you can now buy skins for ingame currency. This makes the biggest concern I had for the games future fly right out of the window. Now oall it needs is more heroes to freshen up the meta. Still an absolute masterpiece in its current state! Hardly had a dev ever listen so much to feedback and communicate that well with it's customers. Also they have more devs on the game post launch than they had pre release, which shows that they don't want to half assedly keep this game alive, but make it better and better.… Expand
  4. exorsith
    May 25, 2016
    10
    Well, what can I say... I finally had the same feeling like I had when I was 16: waiting in school and counting down the hours to get home and play counterstrike: source / World of Warcraft. This shooter is addictive, light to play and just plain fun.

    It's just SO satisfying to play a multiplayer shooter that doesnt feel like a new COD... A game that, maybe isn't that innovative, but    Well, what can I say... I finally had the same feeling like I had when I was 16: waiting in school and counting down the hours to get home and play counterstrike: source / World of Warcraft. This shooter is addictive, light to play and just plain fun.

    It's just SO satisfying to play a multiplayer shooter that doesnt feel like a new COD... A game that, maybe isn't that innovative, but offers you a solid shooter experience merged with team based objectives and character-specific powers.

    This isn't the "I choose one char and keep on playing it" kind of game. The chars are all so fun, charismatic and unique that you want to try out all of them...and keep on switching during your gaming sessions.

    Only downside (so I would quote 9) are the character models. Don't get me wrong... The graphics are beautifull but I kinda feel like they're a little bit to manga-ish for me (I know manga fans will think otherwise and say they aren't manga at all).

    The fact that this is a game WITHOUT A SEASON PASS let's me add 1 point to my quotation! We want extra content yes, but don't publish a half-done game like SW:BF just to be able to ask people money for season passes right away...

    Bloodborne was great, Dark souls 3 even better... -OVERWATCH IS FANTASTIC-    … Expand
  5. GrandScale
    Jun 4, 2016
    8
    This game is pure fun! There are some minor balancing issues with the 21 characters, some of them seem overpowered, but most of the time the game is really well balanced.

    I'm soloing this game since launch and don't have any issues with it. Been playing for 11 hours so far (according to the game stat). I'm pretty sure it's more fun playing with friends, but for people who don't have    This game is pure fun! There are some minor balancing issues with the 21 characters, some of them seem overpowered, but most of the time the game is really well balanced.

    I'm soloing this game since launch and don't have any issues with it. Been playing for 11 hours so far (according to the game stat). I'm pretty sure it's more fun playing with friends, but for people who don't have that reference to compare with, it's safe to say that it's a fun game for them as well.

    The characters feel very different from each other and trying out different ones is one of the fun part in this game.

    Teamplay is key - you need to contribute to the objective. Kill count doesn't matter at all. In fact, a match is won when the objective is completed, or the timer runs out, not when certain kill count has reached.

    The playability is top notch. It feels tight and responsive, nothing to **** about.

    But having such little content (4 game modes) I have my concerns whether this game will entertain me in the long run. I don't know. But so far I'm having a blast and I've only tried out 6 out of 21 characters so far.    … Expand
  6. alihsaad
    Jan 21, 2017
    10
    Awesome team based hero FPS. It's like TF2 but with more colorful environments. The game could use more variety in terms of gameplay, but doesnt have to do with the characters at all, more with the game modes themselves. I'd say it's pretty well balanced with a tank meta at heart.
  7. The_BlueRose
    Feb 6, 2017
    8
    A long-term game that started with low content but month by month shows improvement.

    Good looking characters and well built

    New game modes: scort the payload, control, 1vs1, 3vs3... And one termporary mode every event.

    Events: new modes and customization stuff.

    And overall fun.
  8. rapier20
    May 28, 2016
    10
    The game is amazing. It's paid, yes, but blizzard said all future content would be for free, so not a big deal, plus, you get hours of amazing gameplay with friends, it's Worth the price.
    I would implement some more game modes, but nonetheless it's a brand new game, full of fun.

    Good job Blizzard excellent
  9. TeamSmores
    May 28, 2016
    10
    Presentation

    In one word: Gorgeous. Truly there isn't anything negative I can say about this game's presentation. From textures to particle effects, from guns to snarky quips, this game is perfect in this category. Overwatch doesn't necessarily have the highest fidelity textures, but this game's unique style makes this game an absolute pleasure to look at. From the get go, this game    Presentation

    In one word: Gorgeous. Truly there isn't anything negative I can say about this game's presentation. From textures to particle effects, from guns to snarky quips, this game is perfect in this category. Overwatch doesn't necessarily have the highest fidelity textures, but this game's unique style makes this game an absolute pleasure to look at. From the get go, this game bombards you with fantastic looking particle effects. Every explosion and ultimate is jaw-dropping and incredibly well done. The sound is amazing as well. I'm very particular when it comes to sound, but I think this is probably the best sounding game I've ever played. The soundtrack is great, the voice actors are great, and every gun sounds unique and well done.

    Content

    I guess the thing you should know going into this game is that it is multiplayer only. There is no single player campaign, and there is no co-op mode. There are also twelve maps and every map has its own particular gamemode. To me, that is a reasonable amount of maps, but for a game that only has multiplayer, I'd like to see more. I would wager to guess we will get some later down the line, most likely via a paid map pack, but maybe they will add some new free maps as this game progresses. Again though, this is a similar amount of maps that launch with other big FPS games like Call of Duty, Battlefield, and Battlefront. There are twenty-one different heroes that all have their own unique play style. I love the amount of variety in them, and with the loot box system, you can customize every aspect of them; like skins, intros, and voice lines, to your liking. Each hero has fifty-four different items to can get via the loot box system and you get a loot box for every level gained. You can also purchase them through the store. If this was a $60 game, I would worry about the amount of content, but the reduced price of $40 makes it worth it in my opinion.

    Gameplay

    This is where this game shines the most. Overwatch's unique blend of teamwork and gun gameplay gives it a fantastic feeling and very rewarding shooter. This game certainly will have the longevity everyone was hoping for and it seems like it will make a perfect game for the eSports scene. Like I mentioned earlier, each hero feels and plays differently, meaning you can vary how you play this game every match or every death if you feel so inclined. I don't think any particular hero is distinctly overpowered and every hero does have a couple of counters available. Obviously with every multiplayer shooter, your enjoyment is dependent at least in part on the other players in the game, but I find this game to be very enjoyable the vast majority of the time. I find it fun to be able to tailor my play-style based on the map, or the gamemode, or what my teammates are using to best help us win. With Overwatch, I can do that with the wide array of characters available. What truly keeps me coming back is finding your role within a team, and help leading them to victory.

    Overall

    This is the best shooter I've played in years. I think this game is a definite must-buy for any FPS fan. Now If you'll excuse me, I have to get back to playing Overwatch.    … Expand
  10. Rickswan
    May 26, 2016
    5
    Overwatch is popular, and it scores highly. Is this because it's a mind-bendingly great game? I don't think so. I think it's average at best, shallow and flawed at worst. I think the reason it's scoring so highly across the board boils down to three factors:
    1) it's different - it's been years since a fundamentally original FPS with a large base of players has come out.
    2) Blizzard has a    Overwatch is popular, and it scores highly. Is this because it's a mind-bendingly great game? I don't think so. I think it's average at best, shallow and flawed at worst. I think the reason it's scoring so highly across the board boils down to three factors:
    1) it's different - it's been years since a fundamentally original FPS with a large base of players has come out.
    2) Blizzard has a fantastic marketing team. I think the shorts are better than the actual game. They've really created a world that is exciting and interesting.
    3) Blizzard has some pretty devoted fanboys/girls. Many companies have blindly devoted and un-objective fans, and Blizzard is no different. It helps that this is their first new IP in ages, as well as Blizzard's first foray into the FPS market.

    The actual gameplay? It's alright. I was never a fan of asymmetric competitive shooters, so that doesn't help. In general I find the game to be just... decent. Not bad at all, but not great either. I played every character in the beta for a few hours, and I can tell this will be another game that I play for a few weeks and then slowly stop once the buzz wears off. It is fun to play with friends, I'll give it that. Just don't expect it to be the greatest thing ever.    … Expand
  11. kurppa24
    May 28, 2016
    10
    Awesome game. I play with randoms and I joy a lot. Fast play and fun. If you dont have some much time to play you will enjoy this game. Fast games and a lot of fun.
  12. zoog
    May 29, 2016
    10
    A true masterpiece of multiplayer game design, art and personality. One of the best multiplayer games I have ever played, and with all future content promised to be free, I cannot praise this game enough.
  13. danielmmy
    Oct 20, 2017
    9
    Just awesome!!! Played over 30h and can´t put it down. Whether its a 20 min session or spending the night playing it , I just can´t believe how rewarding and addictive this game is.
  14. Cezkarma
    Feb 12, 2017
    10
    Let me first start off by saying that no game has ever surprised me like this.
    At first I hated this game because I thought "Who would pay to play TF2???". It seemed so retarded.
    That is until a friend let me play on his PC and I immediately fell in love.
    I bought the game that afternoon and have never had more fun with a multiplayer game. And I'm saying that even though I also own BF1
  15. DeusXCom
    Jun 10, 2016
    8
    Extremely fun multiplayer fps with solid gameplay and production quality polish. Main strength are the various heroes with completely different playstyles that will keep you entertained for a long time. The main weakness is the serious lack of content as of right now. This game needs more maps and more game modes especially with more focus on solo play, so deathmatch kind of stuff, I'mExtremely fun multiplayer fps with solid gameplay and production quality polish. Main strength are the various heroes with completely different playstyles that will keep you entertained for a long time. The main weakness is the serious lack of content as of right now. This game needs more maps and more game modes especially with more focus on solo play, so deathmatch kind of stuff, I'm playing the game solo, so it can be very hit or miss due to it's team based nature based on what team mates you get. 8/10… Expand
  16. ali-s
    Jun 13, 2016
    10
    in first 3 days it was very hard for me to play so i didn't enjoy very much but after learning heroes and maps it was the most fun game i ever played. its just great and definitely worth 40 dollars.
  17. WaddlesSandusky
    May 31, 2016
    8
    I think it's wonderful. I've enjoyed playing since the beta, and haven't gotten even close to tired of the gameplay. It's the only shooter I'm playing at the moment, and may be for a good while. Highly recommend.
  18. minix2poo
    May 30, 2016
    9
    To be honest, I am not a big FPS shooter fan, but this game is a lot of fun to me.

    There are enough classes to choose from, for different playing styles, so that you will have plenty of hours of fun with it.

    I would give it a score of 10, if every map would have different game modes.
  19. Sevorast
    May 24, 2016
    8
    This game is polished, clean, and balanced and is one of those rare titles that you can say is flawless. This game might not be the best game out there, but it can certainly be considered a perfectly designed game. Each element was hand crafted by the developers and molded into a game that is a perfect representation of what the developers wanted it to be. A game that truly deserves aThis game is polished, clean, and balanced and is one of those rare titles that you can say is flawless. This game might not be the best game out there, but it can certainly be considered a perfectly designed game. Each element was hand crafted by the developers and molded into a game that is a perfect representation of what the developers wanted it to be. A game that truly deserves a perfect score.… Expand
  20. karoollo
    Jun 10, 2016
    10
    By this game I've appreciated Blizzard. For whole my life I heard about Warcraft, Diablo and Starcraft but I never give attention to this franchises. Overwatch shows me that Blizzard is one of the best game developers right now. This game is amazing and highly addictive. For this moment there are a little things to collect but I have no doubt that Blizzard will support this title for aBy this game I've appreciated Blizzard. For whole my life I heard about Warcraft, Diablo and Starcraft but I never give attention to this franchises. Overwatch shows me that Blizzard is one of the best game developers right now. This game is amazing and highly addictive. For this moment there are a little things to collect but I have no doubt that Blizzard will support this title for a very long time.… Expand
  21. Ninja-Puffs
    Oct 19, 2019
    0
    Update from Year 2016. Over the years, Overwatch has been worsening being unbalance leading to making selected Heros to be weak picks for comps. Fast forwarding to now 2019, with various changes in the game makes it not enjoyable like before.

    With all the problems with overwatch, there will be a overwatch 2 ditches all current players in the dust and make a new overwatch from scratch.    Update from Year 2016. Over the years, Overwatch has been worsening being unbalance leading to making selected Heros to be weak picks for comps. Fast forwarding to now 2019, with various changes in the game makes it not enjoyable like before.

    With all the problems with overwatch, there will be a overwatch 2 ditches all current players in the dust and make a new overwatch from scratch. Knowing this new overwatch 2, I feel being scammed for my time and money.    … Expand
  22. liriktwitch
    May 29, 2016
    10
    Get a group of friends and have an amazing time. This is the next generation of FPS. The people are hating on this game are sad that their games will become irrelevant once Overwatch reigns king.
  23. NoMaDXT
    Jun 13, 2017
    10
    I. FREAKING. LOVE. THIS. GAME!!! It is a first person shooter that throws the norm of military shooters out the window and replaces it with awesome abilities speacial to each character and throws in MOBA mechanics in at the same time. Each character has counters and defenses to other counters balanced in such a way that you can only become good at the game by mastering all of theI. FREAKING. LOVE. THIS. GAME!!! It is a first person shooter that throws the norm of military shooters out the window and replaces it with awesome abilities speacial to each character and throws in MOBA mechanics in at the same time. Each character has counters and defenses to other counters balanced in such a way that you can only become good at the game by mastering all of the characters which is one of the biggest things about progression in the game. The interchangeability and interactions between abilities of the characters themselves can yield somepretty surprising results that i'm sure the developers never even dreamed of. Although level progression provides you only with Aesthetic differences to your character this adds some serious charm to the game. The characters are loveable, The story is mystical as you're only taught the perspectives of the characters themselves and you're left to put the rest together. It is good Honest unadulterered fun and again. I love it.… Expand
  24. Rem
    Aug 31, 2017
    10
    It's been 5 hours straight and not once did my eyes leave the screen, constantly glued to the mayhem as my team pulled a victory after forcing overtime. Overwatch lacks "traditional" features that would normally create all time great games. You won't find a compelling narrative or dozens of quests but what is here easily solidifies Overwatch's mark on gaming w/its perfected mechanics andIt's been 5 hours straight and not once did my eyes leave the screen, constantly glued to the mayhem as my team pulled a victory after forcing overtime. Overwatch lacks "traditional" features that would normally create all time great games. You won't find a compelling narrative or dozens of quests but what is here easily solidifies Overwatch's mark on gaming w/its perfected mechanics and style that have become synonymous w/Blizzard's name.

    Overwatch’s strength lies in its simplicity and polish. Much like Team Fortress 2 or League of Legends, two teams of heroes battle on a handful of maps, and modes all boil down to some form of escorting, capturing, or protecting an objective. Other modes are available, but the game is at its best keeping things close to the core, with maps everyone knows and easy-to-understand modes. While expectations today may call for a single-player campaign or a wide variety of modes, Overwatch’s consistently chaotic gameplay stands on its own, giving players the tools to ensure that no game ever plays out the same. These elements form the canvas where players paint unique experiences, match after match.

    One thing to celebrate about Overwatch is its imaginative cast of heroes, all of which are diverse and amazingly designed. They might not have pages of lore, but they all are insanely creative w/abilities that make sense to their character. Time-traveling Tracer spews quirky British quips as she blinks across the battlefield, while tanky Winston roars and pummels enemies as he leaps about. All of them have interesting personalities, and you'll favorite a good amount just by playing the game, a rare achievement for a multiplayer-only game. These heroes have unique skillsets that ensure no heroes play the same; you’re not just embracing the sniper rifle or the rocket launcher, but ability kits that come together to form each of the 24 heroes. This establishes that each character isn't relegated to a single role, but rather one that adapts to rapidly changing conditions, all without the need for a clunky progression system. Maps are also well designed and balanced, keeping the flow of action constant. This is all supported by controls that are quick and easy to get a hang of, and it speaks volumes to Blizzard's craft that all heroes feel perfect to play, not once did I get frustrated b/c of how a hero controlled. Whether it was playing point defense as Bastion or denying area control from the enemy as Junkrat, neither felt clunky to handle. Team play is the focus, and Overwatch encourages players to swap characters constantly to deal with the ever-evolving nature of a match. You and your friends can assemble a traditional or any combination of tank/support/damage group to push the payload to victory. Rallying together for a last second push to win the game after a brutal team wipe provides an enjoyment level equal if not more to the most engaging of videogame narratives. Actual progression is tied to the unlockable skins, emotes, sprays, and voice lines all earned by loot boxes at each subsequent level up. It's a fair system and the fact that Blizzard is onboard to support the game w/free updates and events in the years to come ensures that Overwatch is going to stay installed for the foreseeable future.

    Overwatch's visuals are lovely w/its colorful art style and simplicity. While there isn't buckets of gore or a menagerie of special effects, it's distinct and fitting to the universe Blizzard created. This approach also feeds into gameplay. Without an unnecessary amount of visual noise, it's easy to interpret what is going on even in the mayhem. The UI and menus are quick and clean to navigate, a rather underappreciated feature nowadays. The presentation is backed up by a spirited score which enhances the action, I felt like a kid watching his favorite heroes listening to the Victory theme, a feeling of both wonder and kickass unseen in many games. Audio cues by characters are also utilized to inform players of the shifting battlefield and whether or not an ally or enemy is unleashing their ultimate, which coupled w/excellent voice acting, further highlights the personalities of these heroes.

    For many gamers, it's easy to dismiss Overwatch as another multiplayer title lacking in features. While I do wished for a campaign that tapped into the potential of the story hinted, I'd ultimately rather have a game solely crafted from strong components than have a weak link dragging the game down. What Overwatch lacks in evolution, it exceeds in perfection of game enjoyment. Its profound ability to provide drastically different experiences with each hero ensures that fresh explorations and hours of renewed enjoyment are a single click away. Like watching your favorite heroes, Overwatch feels inspired and instills a genuine sense of fascination all w/o the need for a cutscene. It's polished panache and scores of fun will leave a legacy known for endless nights of entertainment.    … Expand
  25. Casualplayer
    Jun 4, 2016
    6
    This game is The competitive game of the moment and it will be for a while.

    Perfectly polished, easy to play and evolve in gameplay as you go along with the matches. I prefer robust single player campaigns but this multiplayer game really got me. If it had a focused-story single player campaign with the in-game characters, overwatch would be a 10/10 game. And blizzard knows how to    This game is The competitive game of the moment and it will be for a while.

    Perfectly polished, easy to play and evolve in gameplay as you go along with the matches.
    I prefer robust single player campaigns but this multiplayer game really got me.

    If it had a focused-story single player campaign with the in-game characters, overwatch would be a 10/10 game. And blizzard knows how to go big in campaigns.    … Expand
  26. KuroiSaber
    May 28, 2016
    9
    Kk, I'm just gonna put this out here that I am a huge, and I mean huge fan of hero shooters, and I have to say that Overwatch is in my opinion, the best hero shooter out in the market at this moment, before the release of Overwatch I've put approximately over 1000 hours into games like TF2, and I enjoyed every second of it, but after playing overwatch, I feel like I could never go back toKk, I'm just gonna put this out here that I am a huge, and I mean huge fan of hero shooters, and I have to say that Overwatch is in my opinion, the best hero shooter out in the market at this moment, before the release of Overwatch I've put approximately over 1000 hours into games like TF2, and I enjoyed every second of it, but after playing overwatch, I feel like I could never go back to TF2 ever again! the dynamic heroes, the diverse maps, excellent gun/sword plays is exactly what makes this game a masterpiece, but however, as much as excellent game play goes, it is worth mentioning that the absent of single player campaign is a huge miss opportunity, since each character have so much depth into them, I really don't see why not, and speaking of heroes, It is in my opinion that some of the heroes are more overpower than the others, but I see a enormous amount of potential in this game, and it could simply become one of the greatest shooter of all time !… Expand
  27. FranJmnz
    Jun 4, 2016
    9
    Alright, first of all...this game is amazing. It is in my opinion the most addictive and fun game of 2016 (so far)
    Everything about it is absolutely beautiful. The maps, the characters, the overall art style, the fluid game play...
    This game screams quality. But... the lack of content is not to be ignored. There are (as of June 4th) 12 maps, 4 game modes, no campaign nor interesting    Alright, first of all...this game is amazing. It is in my opinion the most addictive and fun game of 2016 (so far)
    Everything about it is absolutely beautiful. The maps, the characters, the overall art style, the fluid game play...
    This game screams quality.
    But... the lack of content is not to be ignored. There are (as of June 4th) 12 maps, 4 game modes, no campaign nor interesting single player experience and 21 heroes.
    I have to admit this turned me off a bit and almost convinced me to pass on this game. But i had waited for this game for over two years so i wasn't gonna do that.
    The funny thing is that i don't even regret it.
    This game is just wonderful. It's fun, pretty good looking and just plainly addictive.
    With the future updates including game modes, Heroes and Maps, i can easily say i'll be hooked on to this game for a while.
    At it's current 40 dollar price tag on Battle.Net i can recommend this game to anyone interested in it, don't let the lack of content be a turnoff.    … Expand
  28. Tarles44
    Jan 29, 2017
    10
    I don't really know why too much people are hating this game, it's fun, the matches are different depending of which hero are you using, i've spent around 250 hours playing and it's still cool to me. I know this game it's perfect but c'mon it's something "fresh" comparing to all the generic shooters outside.
  29. tensa2341
    Jun 5, 2016
    8
    This by means is not a perfect game and the value in its state is a bit overly expensive but as you reach the core of the main game itself, the gameplay, characters, and production value that was put into it; the game shines in a new identity for itself. In full honesty, I'd say wait for a sales drop, like 30-40 dollars to make this pruchase, otherwise though it's a great game.
  30. cultan21
    Oct 4, 2016
    10
    I love Overwatch. I've been playing it since release, and I have about 200 hours on it. I'm an average/below average player if you look at my SR. Matchmaking can be atrocious at time and grouping up with five random people can be a task in frustration. But overall I've had and hope to continue to have tremendous fun with this game for the years to come.
  31. Twinkobell
    Jul 30, 2016
    9
    Overwatch - the new league of legends.

    People yap about lack of content in the strangest of places. Overwatch is a MOBA shooter and nothing more, if you are looking for an interesting story, open-world system, dynamic NPCs, fair trading system, endless DLC and modding compatibility LOOK ELSEWHERE. Overwatch is a place where you spend ~10 mins per round and shoot people and cast    Overwatch - the new league of legends.

    People yap about lack of content in the strangest of places. Overwatch is a MOBA shooter and nothing more, if you are looking for an interesting story, open-world system, dynamic NPCs, fair trading system, endless DLC and modding compatibility LOOK ELSEWHERE.

    Overwatch is a place where you spend ~10 mins per round and shoot people and cast spells and make sure your team stood in the circle for the maximum amount of time. Longevity of the game for you is how long you can withstand doing just that. If you don't like fish, or tying knots, or are disgusted by mealworms... would you enjoy fishing? That is, if you don't like group-work, FPS games, MOBAs, cartoons, then you will not enjoy overwatch. Period.    … Expand
  32. TimeSnake
    Aug 23, 2016
    10
    Most fun I have had out of a competitive fps game in a while, gameplay is fun and there is a lot of variety between the heroes. Gameplay is heavily based off of Team Fortress 2, but the heroes have a lot of personality and abilities that make them unique to one another. Skins form a progression system in a way and give you rewards for leveling up and playing, but do not actually give youMost fun I have had out of a competitive fps game in a while, gameplay is fun and there is a lot of variety between the heroes. Gameplay is heavily based off of Team Fortress 2, but the heroes have a lot of personality and abilities that make them unique to one another. Skins form a progression system in a way and give you rewards for leveling up and playing, but do not actually give you an advantage over other players. I would recommend if you like to play competitive fps games or fps games in general.… Expand
  33. TheLewdOne
    Aug 4, 2016
    8
    People think this needs to be a free to play game?

    Really? Counterstrike and Team Fortress 2 weren't free to play at first, why is this seemingly such a big deal for Overwatch? Microtransactions? Thats a problem with the industry as a whole, and Overwatch is far less abusive with it's microtransactions than much stronger cases of doing it horribly like Dungeon Keeper mobile,    People think this needs to be a free to play game?

    Really?

    Counterstrike and Team Fortress 2 weren't free to play at first, why is this seemingly such a big deal for Overwatch?

    Microtransactions? Thats a problem with the industry as a whole, and Overwatch is far less abusive with it's microtransactions than much stronger cases of doing it horribly like Dungeon Keeper mobile, Dragon Age Inquisition or any of Ubisofts ilk. At least Overwatch keeps it purely cosmetic, if you only care about the gameplay this game costs 20 dollars and ONLY 20 dollars (for PC).

    It's not even like you don't get skins through just playing the game, you do, and most players tend to get a fair amount of legendary skins, the game's most high dollar item...They just don't get the ones they want.

    Babies, the lot of them. Oh boo hoo, RNG gave you the wrong T-Shirt. Better rate the game a 0 and claim it's all due to the "high" price tag and the evil of microtransactions.

    Try to stick to actual criticism in the future, like how the competitive watch was a complete mess and how the gain and loss of points seems way too heavy on the loss with not nearly enough gain. Or how Overwatch's vibrant cast seems almost focus grouped to appeal to everyone without being remotely controversial.    … Expand
  34. Pkarlson74
    Feb 6, 2019
    9
    Overwatch is probably not the best in any genre but it is probably the most polished multiplayer FPS on the market. It took awhile for me to get into it but now I am hooked on it and can never get enough. Most people are on voice and its pretty nice crowd as far as I know - Blizzrd's report system works ok I guess. I recommend this!
  35. mrparker502
    Jun 5, 2016
    10
    Your opinion of Overwatch will likely hinge on how much you value each of the two pillars of game design: content and playing experience. Overwatch has theadbare content, it's true. It is JUST online multiplayer, 12 maps, 3 modes. The next part of my review might confuse a few people . . . . THAT'S PERFECTLY FINE FOR THIS GAME. Overwatch is designed ground up to be a fast paced,Your opinion of Overwatch will likely hinge on how much you value each of the two pillars of game design: content and playing experience. Overwatch has theadbare content, it's true. It is JUST online multiplayer, 12 maps, 3 modes. The next part of my review might confuse a few people . . . . THAT'S PERFECTLY FINE FOR THIS GAME. Overwatch is designed ground up to be a fast paced, hyper-action, competitive FPS game. This design choice requires meticulous balance and well designed heros, each with strategic depth relative to other heroes, maps and game modes. Blizzard succeeded in every category here. Overwatch is the single best multiplayer FPS I've ever played, even better than Counter Strike. It's polish is unmantched and the game to game experience leaves you wanting more.… Expand
  36. Leos64
    Jul 18, 2016
    9
    La voy a hacer en español, porque solo veo en inglés.

    El juego es ágil, rápido y muy competitivo, variado con personajes diferentes y que si se saben usar pueden ayudar a ganar partidas, lo que me parece interesante, es que se paga una vez y ya, todo lo puedes desbloquear jugando y son cosas estéticas, todos y cada uno de los DLC y contenido que vaya a salir, solo se necesitaran    La voy a hacer en español, porque solo veo en inglés.

    El juego es ágil, rápido y muy competitivo, variado con personajes diferentes y que si se saben usar pueden ayudar a ganar partidas, lo que me parece interesante, es que se paga una vez y ya, todo lo puedes desbloquear jugando y son cosas estéticas, todos y cada uno de los DLC y contenido que vaya a salir, solo se necesitaran descargar para tenerlos.

    En conclusión, divertido, da muchas horas de juego y es un juegazo.    … Expand
  37. Romeros
    Jul 24, 2016
    10
    Blizzard have done it again. As a huge Team Fortress 2 fan I really expected much and I was not disappointed. Easy to learn and hard to master type of game, lots of heroes, fast turns. Just great ! 10/10
  38. angel26238
    Aug 3, 2016
    10
    I really like this game because there is a report system thats really work. i cant see any hackers or flamers, this game deserves its price. and if you vote negative you must be one of those flamers good luck for you :) you cant ruin this game from inside :P
  39. Oculolingus
    Oct 4, 2016
    8
    Here is what I think Overwatch is good at, and what it's bad at:

    Positive: - Incredibly fun to play as a team, whether it be perfect balance of defense, offense and support or six Winston tanks running in with primal rage for a super strike. Seriously, it's fun. - Fast paced and easy to maneuver around. Very few times have I gotten bored because the game was too slow. Everything is    Here is what I think Overwatch is good at, and what it's bad at:

    Positive:
    - Incredibly fun to play as a team, whether it be perfect balance of defense, offense and support or six Winston tanks running in with primal rage for a super strike. Seriously, it's fun.
    - Fast paced and easy to maneuver around. Very few times have I gotten bored because the game was too slow. Everything is quick and leaves me with an adrenaline rush when I'm a lone Lucio on the payload in overtime with a Reinhardt-Mercy combo running at me.
    - Easy to play most characters; rewarding to play those that are not. Bastion, essentially a sentry gun that can move and repair itself, can be used by pretty much anyone who plays Overwatch. While heroes like Zarya can take time to learn and use effectively.
    - Runs very well on my computer. Not sure if it's just because it's powerful, or the game is very well optimized.

    Negative:
    - Matchmaking can sometimes take a while. I've sat in a Skirmish for five minutes before. While that's not a seriously long wait-time, I can sometimes get into a game in five seconds.
    - Some things feel unbalanced to use and fight against. Reinhardt's shield is incredibly powerful and can defend the entire team while Bastion sets up right behind him and mows every single person down. Very good for both defense and offense, but seemingly unfair to defend or fight against.

    Overall:

    Incredibly fun to play and get into, especially with friends. The price tag on the Origin version is not worth the extra skins and items you get for buying it. Stick with the base, $40.00 version and you'll be absolutely fine and dandy. In the twenty hours I've played, I haven't come across any hackers. That's not to say there isn't any, but is part of my experience.    … Expand
  40. jjames806
    Jan 12, 2019
    9
    I'm writing this review 2.5 years after originally purchasing the game, but I've got 1000+ hours of gameplay and it is still consistently one of my favorite games to date. All the complaints about lack of balance and broken characters are the inevitable realities of an online multiplayer competitive game with a large cast and various abilities--you'll find the same complaints on any game.I'm writing this review 2.5 years after originally purchasing the game, but I've got 1000+ hours of gameplay and it is still consistently one of my favorite games to date. All the complaints about lack of balance and broken characters are the inevitable realities of an online multiplayer competitive game with a large cast and various abilities--you'll find the same complaints on any game. Blizzard is still adding new heroes and constantly reworking the existing ones to shift the balance and meta to keep things engaging, so while it is at its core the same game it was 2.5 years ago, I find myself never really getting bored, especially if you play with friends. I also haven't found another AAA competitive multiplayer title with as much amazing diversity and inclusivity--if you aren't one of those people who whines about "too many women" and "how dare they include gays" it is a refreshing breath of air to not see the same grizzled white man or sexy woman in bosom-busting "armor" that plagues so many other mainstream titles. The issue of toxicity is also, in my opinion, quite laughable; have you seen the LOL or DOTA communities? What playing a game of COD or Battlefield can be like? Blizzard actually takes steps to address negative sportsmanship/toxicity in its games, and although it could be doing better I find it is way more enjoyable to play Overwatch than most other online multiplayer titles. Overall, it has its balance issues, it has its wacky lore issues, the community can be a drag sometimes, but I find so much charm and fun in playing the game that I don't see myself stopping anytime soon.… Expand
  41. Skulllendrium
    Apr 19, 2020
    10
    All the bad reviews are coming from the people that are stuck in bronze and are TF2 fans.This is really sad... But theres one problem the new role queue it takes so long for the DPS.
  42. riseandfall
    Jun 12, 2016
    10
    Easy to learn super difficult to master. I just want to keep playing - which speaks to the game play. I play the game because it's fun plain and simple - not because of rewards or progression - just because the core of the game is amazing.
  43. feanir
    Jun 10, 2016
    10
    Actually, I would like to rate this game at 8/10. But there are so many unreasonable 0/10 reviews that I can afford to rate at 10/10 without remorse.

    Pros: 1) !!FUN!! 2) 21 interesting and dissimilar heroes, each with their own unique gameplay 3) Teamwork matters. 4) No crashes, No lags (if you have good internet connection of course) Contra: 1) So far few maps, few game modes    Actually, I would like to rate this game at 8/10. But there are so many unreasonable 0/10 reviews that I can afford to rate at 10/10 without remorse.

    Pros:
    1) !!FUN!!
    2) 21 interesting and dissimilar heroes, each with their own unique gameplay
    3) Teamwork matters.
    4) No crashes, No lags (if you have good internet connection of course)

    Contra:
    1) So far few maps, few game modes
    2) Poor balance for some heroes (cowboy, widow). The game is not ready to become a eSports discipline    … Expand
  44. VoidSoldier
    May 27, 2016
    8
    Overwatch is the most fun I've had with a game in quite some time. That's a feat, because I have not had much fun with FPS games since the likes of Halo Reach and old TF2. It has it's cons but the pros outweigh them no question, as I will list now.

    Pros: - 21 heroes all with massively different play-styles, designs and personalities. More heroes are to be added. -Fair amount of maps,    Overwatch is the most fun I've had with a game in quite some time. That's a feat, because I have not had much fun with FPS games since the likes of Halo Reach and old TF2. It has it's cons but the pros outweigh them no question, as I will list now.

    Pros:
    - 21 heroes all with massively different play-styles, designs and personalities. More heroes are to be added.
    -Fair amount of maps, all based on areas of the world in the future like London, Egypt, Siberian Russia, and Japan
    -Maps are tailored to the game type making play fluid and coherent
    -Payload, Capture the point and defend the point are all fun, some have both mixed in, like Numbani
    -Metagame is ever evolving, making "mastering" the game an addictive and changing task
    -Progression is addicting, no level cap, loot boxes unlocked each level, and several achievements to unlock keeps the game very re-playable and hard to stop when on a good run
    -Skill ceiling is potentially quite high but also fun and intuitive for casuals
    -Weekly brawl keeps you coming back for more. Can be absurdly fun.
    -Objective based game-play means you can really feel like you are impacting on your teams success, and stops the game becoming an incoherent deathmatch.

    There are some cons, however:

    -So far only two game types- Payload and Capture point/ Defend and attack point, may limit the games long-term re-playability
    -No single player campaign. This is not necessarily a bad thing but it is a bit disappointing considering the seemingly interesting lore to the game, and the vibrant characters. The animated shirts on YouTube are really amazing, however.
    -High price for an online only shooter, but future heroes and maps will all be free, and the game is very polished. Cosmetics can be unlocked through earned loot boxes and currency, but also bough with real money.
    -Lack of team communication can be frustrating, so a ready made team of friends will usually destroy a team of randomers
    -Custom games can not be put into matchmaking. When joining a quickplay match, you have no choice over game type or map.

    Also, when opening loot boxes, opening many that you have can be very fun and exiting, but if you open them one by one, the contents of the box can be disappointing. Skins, victory poses and highlight intros are blatantly more satisfying than sprays and emotes. But when you do get them it's even better. Each time you level up you get a loot box but leveling up gets much slower as you go, so the amount of loot boxes you will be earning will go down. Items in the store like skins and emotes are usually 75 credits, which is very little in this game, I assure you. Some cost more at 200, for epic items. Legendary items cost 1000 and I like this, because I don't want everybody to have every legendary skin, it takes the reward out of it.

    So to sum up, this is a fun and flashy shooter that is fun and addictive in the short term, hard to stop playing in a night. Ranked is not in the game as of now but will be added. The metagame is always changing and mastering heroes is fun. Hero switching means countering heroes gives an element of strategy to the game. The game feels a bit empty right now but I'm in no doubt more maps and gamemodes will be added soon- and new heroes are going to shake up the metagame. A lack of campaign is sad since the lore is very interesting but I have no doubt many shorts and comics will be released- perhaps a movie! Blizzard did it with Warcraft so why not?

    I recommend for players who like games like TF2, or even other FPS games like CS:GO. Even if you don't like FPS games this is fun enough that you may just enjoy it. Don't be seduced by the adverts, however, they completely mis-advertise the game, know that this is purely an online shooter. The game is also superior on the PC due to the fast nature of the game.

    Final score of 8. Very fun and flashy, but may not be long lasting if many more maps and modes are added, and I hope it doesn't share the fate of games like Titanfall, but Blizzards loyal fanbase should prevent that happening, especially on PC.    … Expand
  45. LuckyTiger
    May 29, 2016
    10
    Pros:
    *Fast Paced
    *Team work oriented
    *Every Hero feels and plays uniquely
    *Don't like your current Hero? Quick Switch and your back to having fun
    *Beautiful Environments
    *Blizzard Quality game
    *You will not need to pay for future content

    Cons:
    - Could use more game modes

    All in all this game deserves 10/10
  46. Slyphert
    Jun 7, 2016
    9
    It's a shame. It's a shame people complain about price of such a well made game. A game which its developers worry at a point they perm-ban more than 1.500 players at once because they're hacking. Yes, you have to pay for it, and it isn't cheap, but lemme ask you something: you create anything from zero and try your best to keep it up with updates and good content. Would you give it awayIt's a shame. It's a shame people complain about price of such a well made game. A game which its developers worry at a point they perm-ban more than 1.500 players at once because they're hacking. Yes, you have to pay for it, and it isn't cheap, but lemme ask you something: you create anything from zero and try your best to keep it up with updates and good content. Would you give it away for nothing? Wouldn't you charge for it? I think these guys who are talking about price live in a different world, where everything doesn't need to be paid, even if it's really well made. I have a suggestion for you: simply don't buy it and leave it be. Don't review a game because of its price, but because of everything else it can offer to you, even though these are not even reviews, but just some pain-in-the-ass complainings.

    Overwatch itself is pretty nice, it all depends of the player-style. Some people might find it boring after some rounds, but others (who are more in a competitive way) will really enjoy the experience. Play it with friends, and it will be a much better experience.
    The graphics are totally awesome and the gameplay it pretty nice, too.
    The only downside of the game, imo, is just the lack of a single player campaign, just because I really like to be more involved in the plot. But that's fine, since Blizzard has made some great comics and videos to give us more of the story's background. Really recommend it.    … Expand
  47. Jsonmson
    Jun 13, 2016
    10
    I started with the open beta and couldn't stop playing. The game is fun, exiting and can be very intensive. The gameplay is amazing, the shooting is very smooth in my opinion the first fps since cs that have such smooth gameplay like cs. In 3 weeks played more then 100 hours and can't get enough of it. Playing in group is a lot fun and there are many strategies for tactical playing. I'mI started with the open beta and couldn't stop playing. The game is fun, exiting and can be very intensive. The gameplay is amazing, the shooting is very smooth in my opinion the first fps since cs that have such smooth gameplay like cs. In 3 weeks played more then 100 hours and can't get enough of it. Playing in group is a lot fun and there are many strategies for tactical playing. I'm surprised to see so many negative comments. The price is ok, if you drink some beers with friends its fun but 40 bucks gone in one night. Playing overwatch with friends is 100s of hours fun :) So why complaining about that? The content is ok for now. I assume there will come more maps and heroes in future to keep it interesting.… Expand
  48. OpenMindedMan
    Jun 17, 2016
    9
    Overwatch is a beautiful game and a sure classic by Bethesda. Everything is mostly there that you'd want from an arena shooter.

    I have some particular criticisms that I want to levy here, though. 1. There are wild variations in TTK that are a little inexplicable. The primary attack on many Heroes weapons seem to have a TTK from around 5-10 seconds. Yet other abilities will 1 or 2    Overwatch is a beautiful game and a sure classic by Bethesda. Everything is mostly there that you'd want from an arena shooter.

    I have some particular criticisms that I want to levy here, though.
    1. There are wild variations in TTK that are a little inexplicable. The primary attack on many Heroes weapons seem to have a TTK from around 5-10 seconds. Yet other abilities will 1 or 2 second gib enemies. Some weapons are 1HK! There seems a lack of consistency here, and the power of attacks isn't telegraphed (you'll have to learn all of this by playing many hours).
    2. The game doesn't communicate to you which weapons are hitscan and which are projectiles. Furthermore, the projectiles and hit boxes are much larger than they appear. It can be confusing for new players who don't understand the hitbox sizes.
    3. There's little incentive to master more than a couple of characters. they are all very different and you'll find that playing a character you aren't good at can make your team lose the match.
    4. Lack of competitive mode. It's a shame the game didn't launch with competitive. It's hugely important and will possibly effect the score of the game.

    The positives:
    1. Good voice acting. Every character has a good unique voice.
    2. Well optimized graphics.
    3. Interesting weapons and abilities. There's something for everyone.
    4. Good cosmetic purchase options. For people who like that sort of thing.
    5. Robust and quick matchmaking and friend/grouping options.
    6. Feature-complete out of the box. This isn't some WIP-Steam-greenlight-BS. You get something for your money instantly.    … Expand
  49. Volibear
    May 27, 2016
    9
    Me compre starcraft 2 cuando fue lanzado y me aburri, me compre el diablo 3 cuando fue lanzado y me aburri, la pense mucho en comprar overwatch por que temi llevarme la misma experiencia, ahora que lo tengo puedo decir que es realmente divertido y fue una excelente adquisicion.
  50. Svoy
    May 28, 2016
    10
    Игра заслуживает свои 10/10 так как она представляет в себе все лучшее в гемплее, графика на высшем уровне иногда просто трудно отличить ты смотришь мультфильм от диснея или играешь в игру и это не сильно бросается в глаза и надоедает, так же в игре есть множество персонажей которые не просто продуманы а сделаны с душой как и все карты которые предусмотрены не на то что "просто сделаемИгра заслуживает свои 10/10 так как она представляет в себе все лучшее в гемплее, графика на высшем уровне иногда просто трудно отличить ты смотришь мультфильм от диснея или играешь в игру и это не сильно бросается в глаза и надоедает, так же в игре есть множество персонажей которые не просто продуманы а сделаны с душой как и все карты которые предусмотрены не на то что "просто сделаем люди скушают", а именно с балансом что-бы каждая сторона начинала на равных условиях и даже в подобных картах нашлось место для потрясающего декора который просто вызывает чувство гордости того что близзарды не плюют на игроков а именно с теплом и душой относятся к ним, эта игра лучшая на 2016 год… Expand
  51. FacundoCritics
    Jul 10, 2016
    7
    Juego divertido, nivelado, muy buenos graficos, ambientacion, etc... El competitivo tiene muchas cosas que mejorar, pero para pasar el rato es un buen juego, vale la pena comprarlo. 7/10
  52. AlphaRebel
    Aug 9, 2016
    8
    Team Fortress 3 is a worthy successor to the legacy of Valves Team Fortress 2 game, after 10 years of Class based combat TF2 was showing it's age, TF3*ahem*I mean overwatch takes the best elements from TF2 and adds the best of FPS mechanics that evolved over that time and ads a heady dose of MOBA / MMO hero's for classes (and they are classes given you can rickroll an enemy team with aTeam Fortress 3 is a worthy successor to the legacy of Valves Team Fortress 2 game, after 10 years of Class based combat TF2 was showing it's age, TF3*ahem*I mean overwatch takes the best elements from TF2 and adds the best of FPS mechanics that evolved over that time and ads a heady dose of MOBA / MMO hero's for classes (and they are classes given you can rickroll an enemy team with a team comprised entirely of a single class)
    Right now only CP, payload and a hybrid capture then push the cart modes are in but they will be expanded over due course I am sure.    … Expand
  53. IsaacSlade
    Jun 2, 2016
    9
    Okay, I'd like to start off this review by reminding everyone that, while this game has seemingly little content, it comes cheaper than a lot of AAA titles in recent years that have roughly the same amount of content. Plus, Blizzard has said that everything that is added to the game from here on will be free (granted that might change, but I doubt it). So I would say, think of it as a longOkay, I'd like to start off this review by reminding everyone that, while this game has seemingly little content, it comes cheaper than a lot of AAA titles in recent years that have roughly the same amount of content. Plus, Blizzard has said that everything that is added to the game from here on will be free (granted that might change, but I doubt it). So I would say, think of it as a long term investment where all you do is pay $40 up front, get eight maps, 4 game modes, and 21 unique heroes. To put that in perspective, $40 in a MOBA like League of Legends gets you maybe half that many characters, with only one map and game mode. So yes, Overwatch costs money for what doesn't seem like a lot of content. But compared to how much some people will spend in a supposedly Free-to-Play game, and especially compared to games that continue to charge you for new content, it's a great deal, and I believe it's a great investment, as well.

    Now, onto the part most people actually give a crap about: The gameplay. Every hero is unique in how they're played, and every character has their role to play. There are six Offense heroes, who are mostly fast and intended for close range combat, six Defense heroes, designed to remain in advantageous positions and prevent the enemy from taking their objective, five Tanks which have high health and defense (at the cost of lower attack) that are designed to soak up damage and protect their teammates, and four Support heroes which are designed to keep their allies alive and their enemies at a disadvantage. Some Heroes are a little more difficult to get the hang of than others, as they require quick reflexes, precision aiming, excellent timing, or prior planning if escape is needed.

    I could go into further detail about powers and weapons, but that'd take up more time than is necessary, so I won't. But the gameplay is solid and most of the characters are balanced (a couple of the tanks do more damage than they should, and some Ultimates are a little underpowered), and the game modes, while limited to four different types (payload escort, objective capture, king of the hill, and objective capture w/ payload escort) are all really fun, and so far every game I've played has been incredibly intense. No single player story, but really, what kind of story could you have for a game like this, anyways?

    On top of solid gameplay and interesting heroes, the game looks really nice, everything is nicely polished and the art style is very pleasant to look at.Not much else I can put on top of that, it just looks great.

    Overall, it's a fantastic game, and I have a feeling it'll be around for a while.    … Expand
  54. Hack
    Aug 14, 2016
    8
    Good, with the potential to be great, it'll be interesting to see where Blizzard take it over the next 6 months. I would like to see major improvements to the competitive system which right now isn't rewarding and just not very fun unless you're playing with a full team which isn't reasonable for most people. Leavers are rampant as the penalty for leaving is so lenient, so you will oftenGood, with the potential to be great, it'll be interesting to see where Blizzard take it over the next 6 months. I would like to see major improvements to the competitive system which right now isn't rewarding and just not very fun unless you're playing with a full team which isn't reasonable for most people. Leavers are rampant as the penalty for leaving is so lenient, so you will often lose competitive ranks simply because a random on your team rage quit. Another major problem with ranked is people are too clumped, all the ranks aren't being used fully so you can have two people of the same rank who are miles apart in skill level, this leads to frustration when you're put with teammates who are the same rank but clearly not of the same skill, it's amazing how many people at SR60 seemingly don't care about winning and would rather pick their favourite hero even if it's being hard countered.

    The current hot topic is loot boxes, Blizzard originally stated all future cosmetic items would be available to be bought with currency, they have since gone back on this, updated their website and basically ignored the issue. Now we have limited edition boxes for the Summer games with unique items which are next to impossible to get without spending real life money, this has angered the community and rightly so, it's extremely scummy of Blizzard and it soured the entire event which otherwise was very enjoyable and this will clearly be their model going forward with future events, so expect to be disappointed every event when you don't get the skin you want because they won't allow you to spend your currency on it and you can't afford to drop £100 on RNG boxes (you can't simply buy what you want, you have to buy boxes and hope to get the item you want from 1000+ possibilities).

    The game also suffers with a host of hit registration issues which causes endless amounts of frustration, if you've played Overwatch for even an hour you've been hooked through walls, been killed around corners and died after activating a life saving ability simply because what the server sees and what you see are two very different things and the server thinks you never even pressed the key.

    If Blizzard can back off some of their greedy policies and fix competitive and the core gameplay issues then Overwatch could be amazing, if not it'll have a year or two and then fizzle out.    … Expand
  55. PinpointLearner
    Jun 8, 2016
    8
    Well, this game is good enough.

    Gameplay. This is the most important thing of this game, of course. A multiplayer shooter has to be accurate and don't drop bullets (cof cof, CSGO). In this case we have an addictive gameplay, with a lot of different skills from characters that we can master, just as the same way than LoL or Dota 2, but not being a MOBA, I guess. So the playable part is    Well, this game is good enough.

    Gameplay. This is the most important thing of this game, of course. A multiplayer shooter has to be accurate and don't drop bullets (cof cof, CSGO). In this case we have an addictive gameplay, with a lot of different skills from characters that we can master, just as the same way than LoL or Dota 2, but not being a MOBA, I guess. So the playable part is very nice.

    Lore and characters. Well, for people who like to know about the characters and their stories, it's obviously that they can to know it. However, the number of characters is reduced so options are too. But what I could say, they are charismatic and have interesting skills which can be countered if you know how to do it.

    Graphics: Meh, it's Blizzard, you know. The game is attractive as hell.

    Duration: We'll see, but in terms of fun, you'll have at least 80 to 100 hours of playing by the time (at this moment the game has no competitive mode and that sucks, but it will eventually arrive)

    Price: And this is the point because I can't give it an 9 or 10... For that quantity of content, I think 40€ is a very expensive price. But whatever, if people can pay that AND don't have another game to replace Overwatch.. do it.

    The good thing is that Overwatch will be updated periodically (or at least it's supposed to be) and this includes that the content will be expanded, in order to give the game more life, just as MMOs and others do.    … Expand
  56. pizzadinnerwinn
    Jun 7, 2016
    8
    It's okay to play with friends. Needs more content and some balance patches ASAP. Cant play it for more than 2 hours. Short sessions are fine but there's no real reason to play all day.
  57. SirFrolo
    Jun 8, 2016
    10
    This game is just amazing. A very fun game to play with friends, and super addicting. It's all about team composition, and making sure you team is balanced in the best way for success. I have had so many fun moments so far, and i play it 24/7.
  58. Inventus1
    Jul 7, 2016
    10
    I have only played Overwatch a short time but it has been amazing. I would like to address the fact that many people believe Overwatch is a "ripoff" of Team Fortress 2 but I disagree. Overwatch doesn't truly copy much of Team Fortress 2, with the exception of game types and certain character abilities. Most of Overwatch's characters are much more creatively designed and diversified thanI have only played Overwatch a short time but it has been amazing. I would like to address the fact that many people believe Overwatch is a "ripoff" of Team Fortress 2 but I disagree. Overwatch doesn't truly copy much of Team Fortress 2, with the exception of game types and certain character abilities. Most of Overwatch's characters are much more creatively designed and diversified than all of TF2's characters. Each character has a unique playstyle and varies vastly from that of TF2. I prefer Overwatch over TF2 any day, mainly for the fact that it is much more colorful and it is more fun to play. The atmosphere is beyond amazing and it is an amazing first person shooter set to fit the needs of many different types of gamers. Some of the lore doesn't make sense but the game isn't meant to focus on lore. It requires teamwork and a proper selection and combination of heroes. If I had one complaint it would be that it can be hard to find a good match with players who refuse to compose a team correctly. 10/10 much better than TF2 and has earned the right to be an original game.… Expand
  59. Squidwok
    Nov 12, 2016
    10
    Overwatch is an FPS game with a difference. Whilst most FPS games can feel boring after several hours, Overwatch can be played for 100's of hours without losing interested.
    There is 23 heroes in the game at the moment (soon to be more) and this is one of Overwatch's big selling points. Not only does each hero have there own personalities, looks and abilities, it also offer a completely    Overwatch is an FPS game with a difference. Whilst most FPS games can feel boring after several hours, Overwatch can be played for 100's of hours without losing interested.
    There is 23 heroes in the game at the moment (soon to be more) and this is one of Overwatch's big selling points. Not only does each hero have there own personalities, looks and abilities, it also offer a completely different way to play the game.

    Whether you have a good PC or not, this game looks beautiful. Every map is polished and has great theming. In most FPS games the maps are dark and boring because it is a war zone, but in Overwatch all of the maps are colourful and vibrant and this makes gameplay way more interesting.

    Overall I cannot recommend Overwatch enough. Whilst the £30 price tag might put some off it is well worth it for the fun, exciting gameplay. Everything about this game is right: the maps, the music, the heroes.

    Overwatch is definitely my Game of the Year.    … Expand
  60. MrBulldops
    Apr 11, 2017
    10
    I cannot stop playing this game. I've got at least 60+ games on my computer and I find myself forcibly prying this game away so that I can give my others a turn. The constant updates and free DLC make this a model in which all other gaming companies should take note of and aspire to live up to. The fact that it was only $40 from launch makes it a lot more palatable than the $60 norm.I cannot stop playing this game. I've got at least 60+ games on my computer and I find myself forcibly prying this game away so that I can give my others a turn. The constant updates and free DLC make this a model in which all other gaming companies should take note of and aspire to live up to. The fact that it was only $40 from launch makes it a lot more palatable than the $60 norm.

    The gameplay and graphics style are stellar and feels extremely well polished. The fact that it doesn't include a "single player" or "story mode" is actually a plus for me, as I've found that a lot of games that have both tend to half-ass the single player and put most of their development into the multiplayer, or vice versa. I'd rather have a dedicated team to making one truly amazing, and Blizzard has done that for me with this game.

    Despite the many characters and continuous additions, they somehow manage to keep it balanced, which blows my mind.

    I am absolutely obsessed and would recommend this to any fan of multiplayer first-person shooters. 11/10.    … Expand
  61. Claw_PL
    Aug 29, 2021
    8
    It's great game. It delivers a lot of fun and hours of great game play,graphics are astonishing.
  62. GraffPirate
    May 27, 2016
    8
    an extremely polished game. my only issue is the map sizes and design. too many bottle necks and small spaces for such a frenetic combat driven game. class systems seem bound to map layouts. Im having a lot of fun playing it we shall see how the meta game evolves. Also there is no taunting, Im sad about this.
  63. Gamer2068
    Aug 11, 2016
    0
    love this game so much that I literally bought a PC for the first time in years because I wanted to play this game with friends on my PS4 and. Also with other friends I have that are PC Gamers. Take time to get great skills with it and that's the fun of it.
  64. PlasticBoy45
    May 27, 2016
    10
    Overwatch is just amazing, let's start with the fact that its a Blizzard Entertainment game what could be bad about it?? Its so fun to play and there is such a diverse character selection, and it never ever ever gets old!
  65. prim
    May 27, 2016
    10
    but this game not perfect.
    plz update more things.
    cons
    too small contents
    usually teamwork doesn't work well
    need more character.
    too hight price because no single mode even package game
    but best game ever
  66. nothingnew
    May 27, 2016
    10
    it is a beautiful game with very interesting characters that have unique ways that you could play them there will be a "hero" for your play-style i found this game very enjoyable and i see overwatch lasting a while before people stop playing it
  67. Surt
    May 31, 2016
    6
    Lets call a spade a spade. Game is overprised for what it offers. No story. No the opening and those trailers don't count towards story. Don't listen to the nits who say otherwise. Second as someone who plays FPS almost exclusively, you can lump this game into the MOBA/ TF2 kinda game.

    It's not a straight FPS. You have supers you say? You can buff other players? Then no it's not rainbow    Lets call a spade a spade. Game is overprised for what it offers. No story. No the opening and those trailers don't count towards story. Don't listen to the nits who say otherwise. Second as someone who plays FPS almost exclusively, you can lump this game into the MOBA/ TF2 kinda game.

    It's not a straight FPS. You have supers you say? You can buff other players? Then no it's not rainbow six or BF or Doom.

    If your looking for a "happy" FPS then you will like this. Otherwise wait for the new BF game or pick up DOOM. Thanks to redbox I don't have to own this game. And for those wondering how many hours I put in. Enough to know that what you played in beta and in game didn't deter that much.    … Expand
  68. Free1oader
    Jun 4, 2016
    8
    Think a typical beat-em-up roster thrown into an FPS and you have overwatch. Loads of totally different characaters tonsuit each playstyle. Fun, aesthetically pleasing and addictive. Fairly standard from Blizzard. Let down by one or two characters being unbalanced and limited map and game-types.
  69. jacob4
    Jun 19, 2017
    10
    Overwatch is a high intense, fast paced, and action packed run and gun multiplayer experience like no other! Overwatch has an original story with deep lore and political messages, and a roster of unique and well rounded characters. The visuals are beautiful and epic, the game play is awesome, but is tricky to master. Even though this game lacks a single-player campaign and has limitedOverwatch is a high intense, fast paced, and action packed run and gun multiplayer experience like no other! Overwatch has an original story with deep lore and political messages, and a roster of unique and well rounded characters. The visuals are beautiful and epic, the game play is awesome, but is tricky to master. Even though this game lacks a single-player campaign and has limited content, it's still a great game, because it has charm and challenges competition and team work. The world could always use more heroes!… Expand
  70. pmart4
    Oct 17, 2016
    8
    I don't usually touch a game with less than a 7.0 User Rating but this current rating (6.8) makes Overwatch appear (to me) very underrated. It's visually brilliant, very well optimised and the gameplay is easy to learn yet tough to master. Blizzard have made another absolute gem in my opinion. The only reason I can't give this a 10 at the moment is due to the competitive play system notI don't usually touch a game with less than a 7.0 User Rating but this current rating (6.8) makes Overwatch appear (to me) very underrated. It's visually brilliant, very well optimised and the gameplay is easy to learn yet tough to master. Blizzard have made another absolute gem in my opinion. The only reason I can't give this a 10 at the moment is due to the competitive play system not being fully completed. It's not uncommon to earn several gold medals for your play but then be on a 10+ losing streak. Saying that, if you can get into a clan (as I am) this problem fixes itself.

    Highly recommended - got the makings of a 10    … Expand
  71. Ikazuya
    May 28, 2016
    9
    Pourquoi Overwatch est génial ? Parce qu'il offre ce que l'on attend d'un FPS teamplay : du fun !
    On s'amuse, l'action est rapide sans être illisible, les persos sont charismatiques à souhait, les parties ne sont pas figées même si elles sont relativement courtes (5-12 minutes) et des retournements de situation peuvent avoir lieu.
    On pourra regretter un petit manque de contenu en terme    Pourquoi Overwatch est génial ? Parce qu'il offre ce que l'on attend d'un FPS teamplay : du fun !
    On s'amuse, l'action est rapide sans être illisible, les persos sont charismatiques à souhait, les parties ne sont pas figées même si elles sont relativement courtes (5-12 minutes) et des retournements de situation peuvent avoir lieu.

    On pourra regretter un petit manque de contenu en terme de modes de jeu, mais en dehors de ça, que vous souhaitiez découvrir le genre ou changer de FPS, Overwatch vous apportera surement beaucoup de plaisir de jeu surtout pour son prix plus qu'honorable ! On pourra souligner aussi la présence d'un cash shop pour les coffres, mais ceux ci se gagnent aussi en augmentant son niveau et ils n'apportent que des cosmétiques, Blizzard ayant annoncé que chaque nouveau héros, chaque nouvelle map ou mode de jeu sera gratuit.    … Expand
  72. Elvendec
    May 28, 2016
    10
    I played this game when I could first get my hands on it, and I LOVED it. The first new blizzards IP in 15 years is worth the 70 AU price tag. If you can get this game get it. If you liked tf2 then you will love this game.
  73. Neonic
    Jul 9, 2016
    10
    Overwatch was the first FPS-Game i played and i had very much fun. It was easy to understand and simple. But that should not be negative.Here are a few things i have to say:

    Positive: -very good sound -good graphics -simple play style -easy to understand -good game modes like: payload, capture points and king of the hill -for good players there is competitive mode -also a    Overwatch was the first FPS-Game i played and i had very much fun. It was easy to understand and simple. But that should not be negative.Here are a few things i have to say:

    Positive:

    -very good sound
    -good graphics
    -simple play style
    -easy to understand
    -good game modes like: payload, capture points and king of the hill
    -for good players there is competitive mode
    -also a tutorial and practice areas
    -good matchmaking
    -xp-system
    -cosmetics

    Negative:
    -well not very much, maybe that your can´t save your highlights

    I played more than 100 hours playing and i am over level 100. I am very happy that this game exists.
    Thanks to Blizzard!    … Expand
  74. SpanishHuahwi
    Jul 11, 2016
    10
    Gran juego de Blizzard muy entretenido y muy jugable con tus amigos. Precio normal ni caro ni barato. Competitivo al NVL 25. ¡Una pasada!. 21 héroes y más de 100 aspectos.
  75. KappaPrideRoss
    Jul 17, 2016
    10
    This game is fun one of the best blizzard's games.Matchmaking is bad but community is good.Blizzard should nerf some heroes for example Winston.He is op for tank he deal big damage his gun goes through enemy's barriers.They should buff Zenyatta,Hanzo and Tracer because they are useless and weak.
  76. WiperElite
    Sep 27, 2016
    10
    awesome competitive game.
    the unique heroes make to this game a without experience equal.
    The maps are very detailed and have the perfect size for a competitive game of this gender.
    The league system is comfortable and highlights the teamwork.
    There are 1000 things for unlock and you can unlock him without pay, only playing and going up level.
  77. giohji
    Nov 6, 2016
    10
    With a 9k hour experience in TF2 I am certain that this game is bad. The lack of hats and microtransactions ruined this game for me, praise lord gaben and may his fatness purge all other games from earth.
  78. zekromgames
    Nov 24, 2016
    10
    eu acompanho noticias desse jogo desde que ele foi anunciado, estive ansioso pra jogar desde aquela época então quando o jogo foi lançado comprei cerca de 1 semana depois e tenho jogado (quase) todos os dias desde então me divirto muito jogando com meus amigos admito que o jogo tem algumas falhas como o matchmaking das partidas ranqueadas que as vezes me coloca contra um diamante sendo queeu acompanho noticias desse jogo desde que ele foi anunciado, estive ansioso pra jogar desde aquela época então quando o jogo foi lançado comprei cerca de 1 semana depois e tenho jogado (quase) todos os dias desde então me divirto muito jogando com meus amigos admito que o jogo tem algumas falhas como o matchmaking das partidas ranqueadas que as vezes me coloca contra um diamante sendo que sou ouro mas no geral e muito divertido gosto muito dos personagens e o esquema das dlcs também e muito bom, então só posso dizer se você ja viu videos do jogo e gostou do estilo e quiser comprar compre, pq o jogo é fantástico… Expand
  79. Theblackhawk658
    Dec 14, 2016
    8
    PRO:-Addictive gameplay
    -Diverse Cast of character that plays really differently
    -Greatly optimized -Good graphics -Cool and diverse maps -REALLY,REALLY,REALLY ADDICTIVE,SO GOOD CON:-Not enough content at release -Competitive sucks balls,Blizzard just copy competitive from CS:GO it's pretty good just with smurf and cheaters it's not as good but if you can fix the competitive that    PRO:-Addictive gameplay
    -Diverse Cast of character that plays really differently
    -Greatly optimized
    -Good graphics
    -Cool and diverse maps
    -REALLY,REALLY,REALLY ADDICTIVE,SO GOOD
    CON:-Not enough content at release
    -Competitive sucks balls,Blizzard just copy competitive from CS:GO it's pretty good just with smurf
    and cheaters it's not as good but if you can fix the competitive that would be fantastic
    -THE PRICE,its really pricey dispite not having singleplayer,like $40? Really blizzard?
    BUT despite the cons its a great game for anyone who like shooters and multiplayer and if you dont like multiplayer just try it don't buy it and maybe you will like it and buy it    … Expand
  80. Super-Evil-DOOM
    May 27, 2016
    10
    When it comes to a game that's easy to learn, but hard to master, with a vast amount of depth, tactics, and character/map design coinciding with polished gameplay of high levels, Overwatch is a top dog in the multiplayer genre. It's merely a cherry on top that this comes with a colorful cast of characters/classes that are bursting at the seams with personality and individual design, alongWhen it comes to a game that's easy to learn, but hard to master, with a vast amount of depth, tactics, and character/map design coinciding with polished gameplay of high levels, Overwatch is a top dog in the multiplayer genre. It's merely a cherry on top that this comes with a colorful cast of characters/classes that are bursting at the seams with personality and individual design, along with being very well-balanced for a game on release, both in terms of it's classes and it's levels and modes. This is worth checking out for anyone. It's a video game that's invigorating and just does FUN right, which is something that a lot of games seem to overlook.

    Overwatch is an awesome game. It does lack modes on launch, but when the modes it has are presented as strongly as they are, that's not necessarily a huge issue.    … Expand
  81. radimov
    May 28, 2016
    10
    The score is low because all the player of CS:GO are underrating this game. The game has its good things and bad things but in summary I think it deserves a 9 and could reach 10 as begin having more free content .
  82. ExoticaOblivion
    May 27, 2016
    10
    I think it is a great shooter from Blizzard. Its the best I can't stop playing it. I got it for ps4 and once i started my first round I was so excited that it came with all its characters and weapons. Honestly I just wanted to write a review to give it a 10 out of 10 because I love this game.
  83. Axtwa
    Dec 2, 2016
    10
    Es lo mejor que se ha inventado desde la rueda, después de haber jugado a esto puedo morir tranquilo sabiendo que he disfrutado la 8º maravilla del mundo, bien inmaterial de la humanidad por Unesco y ya nada podrá ser superado.
  84. gdoub42
    Jul 2, 2016
    9
    When I first saw Overwatch last year I didn't think much of the game, just thought it was another Team Fortress 2 rip off. But now that I had a friend convince me to buy it I realize that it is so much more than that. Each character feels like it had so much thought put into it and it amazes me. My personal favorite is Tracer, she's a great distraction while my team continues to do theWhen I first saw Overwatch last year I didn't think much of the game, just thought it was another Team Fortress 2 rip off. But now that I had a friend convince me to buy it I realize that it is so much more than that. Each character feels like it had so much thought put into it and it amazes me. My personal favorite is Tracer, she's a great distraction while my team continues to do the objective. This game is so fun I enjoy playing as a support character, which i'm typically terrible at. Like Lucio doesn't even feel like a support character even though he is great at it with his health and speed boosts. This game really started to get hype and I didn't want to believe it but now I can't stop playing it. The only reason its not a 10 is because it's pretty expensive for a game with no single-player mode. So if you happened to like Team Fortress 2, I suggest buying this game… Expand
  85. Petethepig123
    Nov 30, 2016
    9
    I bought this game during the black Friday sale and I love it! It is super fun. It has some cool lore (I recommend watching the shorts on the PlayOverwatch YouTube channel). If you like team class based shooters with a little bit of customization, you will like this game.
  86. TechnoTuup
    Dec 22, 2016
    10
    The layers in the gameplay are phenomenal. I played a lot of different shooters but this one is top notch. The balance is great and the gameplay is butter smooth. At first, I doubted the amount of content but after I while when I started to notice the layers in the gameplay of each character, I realized that to master this game I have to play a lot. People who say the content is notThe layers in the gameplay are phenomenal. I played a lot of different shooters but this one is top notch. The balance is great and the gameplay is butter smooth. At first, I doubted the amount of content but after I while when I started to notice the layers in the gameplay of each character, I realized that to master this game I have to play a lot. People who say the content is not sufficient are blind for the depth of the gameplay Overwatch offers. Job well done, Blizzard!… Expand
  87. likevin96
    Dec 28, 2016
    9
    True Rating: 9.0

    Pros: - Something for everybody - Regular content updates and patches - Just about every character is fun and interesting - Lovable characters - Emphasis on teamplay over individual performance Cons: - Some characters are straight up un-fun to play against (Bastion/Mei/Junkrat in particular) - Strength as a competitive game is questionable - Loot box system    True Rating: 9.0

    Pros:
    - Something for everybody
    - Regular content updates and patches
    - Just about every character is fun and interesting
    - Lovable characters
    - Emphasis on teamplay over individual performance

    Cons:
    - Some characters are straight up un-fun to play against (Bastion/Mei/Junkrat in particular)
    - Strength as a competitive game is questionable
    - Loot box system is ****
    - Matchmaking is not the greatest    … Expand
  88. NeverSm1Le
    Feb 1, 2020
    0
    всратое однообразное дерьмо, которое хайпануло у школьниках на попах и порно пародиях. Типичный современный высер от помойных близзард
  89. Gucar
    May 31, 2016
    10
    One of the best games I had ever played, very good graphics and characters, most people are just complaining that doesn't have a story mode. But if you knew that this a game tat doesn't have it, why did you bought it in the first place? You can't critic an apple for don't taste like an orange. This is a multiplayer online game for people that likes multiplayer games, and this is one of theOne of the best games I had ever played, very good graphics and characters, most people are just complaining that doesn't have a story mode. But if you knew that this a game tat doesn't have it, why did you bought it in the first place? You can't critic an apple for don't taste like an orange. This is a multiplayer online game for people that likes multiplayer games, and this is one of the bests on it. 100% recommended… Expand
  90. MyHonestReview
    Aug 8, 2016
    10
    I'm giving the game a 10 to balance out the review score. In reality, I think the game is an 8/10. It's so much fun and the developers keep releasing free extra content. It's constantly rebalancing and adding new things. The game is not just standalone, though. To fully enjoy Overwatch you NEED a team of 5 friends to amke a 6 man squad and you also need to read the comics and see theI'm giving the game a 10 to balance out the review score. In reality, I think the game is an 8/10. It's so much fun and the developers keep releasing free extra content. It's constantly rebalancing and adding new things. The game is not just standalone, though. To fully enjoy Overwatch you NEED a team of 5 friends to amke a 6 man squad and you also need to read the comics and see the animated shorts to get any of the story. However, in game the gameplay is simply amazing. Varied heroes with different abilities, and every one feels unique in it's own way. All of them can be useful. I highly recommend playing it. Replay value is infinite. The competitive mode is broken for now, but it's more about the games itself. It's a gem that I keep coming back to.… Expand
  91. everin
    Feb 6, 2017
    9
    TIER 1

    + Polished, fun, diverse, and beautiful -- on the surface, little goes wrong in this title. + Provides a variety of player experiences and fantasies, caters itself well to all demographics from casual to high level play. ? Most major "problems" with the game come from two things: players' unwillingness to focus on objectives at low skill levels, and the reality that this title    TIER 1

    + Polished, fun, diverse, and beautiful -- on the surface, little goes wrong in this title.
    + Provides a variety of player experiences and fantasies, caters itself well to all demographics from casual to high level play.
    ? Most major "problems" with the game come from two things: players' unwillingness to focus on objectives at low skill levels, and the reality that this title has a much lower skill ceiling than most good FPS games.
    ? From my experience, it started to feel stale around the 200 hour mark. Good staying power for a game, but doesn't compare well to my 1000+ hours logged in DotA 2 and League of Legends.    … Expand
  92. Deems
    Dec 9, 2016
    10
    I'm not a big fan of competitive games, but Overwatch stands out. The creative characters, abilities and maps make it different from all the other team based competitive games.

    I was looking for a game to put many hours into, and i have definitely found it!
  93. SuperkenGaming
    Jun 16, 2016
    8
    Overwatch
    A Great feeling game with not much to do
    Overwatch is an online only multiplayer shooter.. there is no story here other than a quick introduction when the game starts up, and there is no single player campaign.. Its basically play the tutorial and then jump into the action… There are 21 unique feeling characters all separated into 4 different classes, offense, defense, tank    Overwatch
    A Great feeling game with not much to do
    Overwatch is an online only multiplayer shooter..
    there is no story here other than a quick introduction when the game starts up, and there is no single player campaign..
    Its basically play the tutorial and then jump into the action…
    There are 21 unique feeling characters all separated into 4 different classes, offense, defense, tank and support.. so you can contribute to your team in any way you please whether that’s getting kills, being a shield, or healing
    Some classes do have more character variety than the other.. but every last character has its own weapon and special abilities with cool downs, so youre guaranteed to find one to match your playstyle, and hopefully youll find at least 1 in each class for whatever each situation calls for, as you can switch characters during the match much like a gun loadout in other competitive multiplayer shooters
    so if youre not feeling one, go down the list until you find your right fit..
    All of this is great,, every character feels useful in their own way..
    The only problem is theres not much here
    There are 12 maps here which is a decent amount of variety, but none stood out to me…
    I can easily name maps in other shooters that are fun to just run around and kill people in..
    But I couldn’t here.. they all really feel the same…
    And evry mission is just objective based…
    You have capture.. escort…and control…
    Basically youre either fighting or defending a section of the map at all times…
    I understand that these are really the only kind of missions that make sense in a game thats about character variety…
    But I’d like to see some innovation beyond just the characters…
    Maybe coming up with modes for each individual classes, such as a team death match for offense and tanks only
    a tower defense for the defense and support team…
    get creative
    Not just the same modes in every other shooter set inside pretty average maps…
    After you’ve put your hours into the game youll level up which unlocks a loot box…
    And inside of these loot boxes are garbage taunts, costumes, and sprays…
    You grind to looks different while you do the same thing for hours on end.
    Which honestly I wouldn’t mind all too much if there was more gameplay variety
    I can only capture and defend for so long
    Negatives aside, Overwatch is a decently fun multiplayer shooter that I feel fans of this genre will enjoy
    I give overwatch an 8.0/10    … Expand
  94. Rak_mis22
    May 28, 2016
    10
    this trailer had some emotional and action scenes . i think blizzard wants to blow up the shooter genre with this @Overwatch and i believe this @Overwatch will BLOW UP the Blizzard!!!! . i believe this game with this trailer and older trailers.

    Good Luck Blizzard
  95. Mythicaly
    Jun 6, 2016
    10
    Good servers. Fluent and fun. I tell you as a TF2 player that this game is totaly dierent to TF2 however it has some similities but you dont notice them when yo play. the graphics are amazing
  96. FDem
    Jun 7, 2016
    10
    Let me start by stating that my real rating for this game is an 8, due to the slightly unrewarding progression system. But I am giving it a 10 anyway because:

    - Gameplay is awesome, neither hardcore or casual players get frustrated since team composition is required and encouraged naturally - Sound design is intelligent! - This game's marketing campaign and media released content has    Let me start by stating that my real rating for this game is an 8, due to the slightly unrewarding progression system. But I am giving it a 10 anyway because:

    - Gameplay is awesome, neither hardcore or casual players get frustrated since team composition is required and encouraged naturally
    - Sound design is intelligent!
    - This game's marketing campaign and media released content has to be praised, it was massive! Hype was real for thousands of people (and we all know that hype sells even bad games). This may be the reason for low user scores though, because hype is often the cause of unrealistic or impatient expectations.
    - Many reviewers are too extreme and gave this game low scores... if this game was a 0, then those really bad games or those that are corporate scams (pay to win, DLC story mode, gameplay affecting microtransactions, unbalanced fights, etc) need a new measuring scale.
    - The price was adapted here, making me able to buy it. In my case, I live in a country where games are really expensive and take a large portion of the average salary... this game was kind of expensive, but I payed only $8 more than what I payed for Rocket League (RL is actually $20).
    - I've already spent 22 hours playing Overwatch, which is more than what it took me to finish Far Cry 3 (a full priced game, with non farovable currency adaptation here, it costed around 1/10 of my wage). And I consider myself a casual player (have to work on weekdays and also take care of my home first)
    - Developers are not ignoring what the community says, I've only seen this coming from indie developers in the past.

    Cons: You have already read most important ones from the rest of the reviews and from angry gamers;
    - Progression system could be better (we are waiting for Ranked Mode)
    - Price is high, I know I praised the conversion here, but globally it is (not a single close friend or coworker bought it, only friends from other countries did). Bad reviews are not deserved and do not help into this matter.
    - Game needs more skins variety, as well as some fun clothing accesories (Hats!)

    That's all... An 8/10 with chances to become a 10/10.
    A childish and unmature 10/10 here on Metacritic because ridiculously low scores are also childish and unfair.    … Expand
  97. FoxS
    Jun 9, 2016
    8
    The game has lots of promise, it already has an abundance of very well balanced characters (with each having a unique playing style might I add), a decent amount of maps and modes (which are plenty of fun to play with friends), a soon to come competitive mode, and other cool little details that make the game just great. The game is fast paced and very fun. There isn't one moment in a matchThe game has lots of promise, it already has an abundance of very well balanced characters (with each having a unique playing style might I add), a decent amount of maps and modes (which are plenty of fun to play with friends), a soon to come competitive mode, and other cool little details that make the game just great. The game is fast paced and very fun. There isn't one moment in a match where I feel like I am doing nothing. All that I ask of the game now is that they have skins for the weapons apart from the skins themselves, so that everyone has different combinations of body skins as well as weapon skins. The game has very good graphics and an awesome art style to complement it.

    My Verdict: Well worth the $40 USD as it is much more fun than many fps games that are more pricey than this game    … Expand
  98. SaeedZer0
    Nov 25, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. nice game
    gameplay : 10/10
    Technical Graphics : 10/10
    Art Graphic : 10/10
    Music : 10/10
    Sound : 10/10

    Gameplay is very balanced and balanced
    Adhere to the primary mission of the fun of a game
    Very beautiful artistic designs
    Excellent technical graphics and a fixed rate of 60 frames
    Beloved heroes
    Excellent servers    … Expand
  99. Jalamba
    Dec 29, 2016
    9
    Some fresh air for FPS with new standards for a different kind of experience. Wonderful character design, great artistic direction and a very funny gameplay.
  100. Kitsun3
    Jun 9, 2016
    10
    Make no mistake. This game is currently feature light. While there are a good few maps you'll quickly find yourself familiar with them which is both good and bad. There is also only 4 objective types; protect a point, contest a point, escort a payload and a hybrid of the first and third.

    However the character roster is incredibly well balanced, diverse and fun to play. Even people new    Make no mistake. This game is currently feature light. While there are a good few maps you'll quickly find yourself familiar with them which is both good and bad. There is also only 4 objective types; protect a point, contest a point, escort a payload and a hybrid of the first and third.

    However the character roster is incredibly well balanced, diverse and fun to play. Even people new to FPS / Arena games and those whom have dismissed them before will find a play style to love and a character they either relate to or find amusing. With new content and subtle character changes to come frequently the game will only keep on developing. The first content update is due this month which is well in time before the game becomes stale.    … 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
13
#13 Most Shared PC Game of 2016

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Metascore
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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