Overwatch (2016)

 PlayStation 4
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6.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 2335 Ratings

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  1. Jenskuli
    Dec 1, 2022
    8
    Addicting at first, feels like a chore after 200 hours. As the first person shooters go this game is easily in my top 3. As of today there are 20+ heroes to choose from. Each of them are divided into three classes: Tank, Dps and Support. Each character plays differently, but most share similar play styles. Tanks are a wall, that pushes the team forwards. They are heavy to move aroundAddicting at first, feels like a chore after 200 hours. As the first person shooters go this game is easily in my top 3. As of today there are 20+ heroes to choose from. Each of them are divided into three classes: Tank, Dps and Support. Each character plays differently, but most share similar play styles. Tanks are a wall, that pushes the team forwards. They are heavy to move around with, but do a great deal of damage. DPS is arguebly the most popular class. Most of the time these heroes like to go solo, lead the team or just like to showoff. Often times this class gets picked the most (talking from experience), so don't be suprised if you end up filling in as either a tank or support class. Then finally there's the Support class. It is the easiest class to play. All you have to do is keep your teammates alive. Sure the weapons aren't that effective, but as a support main player myself it's thanks to our boosts and heals, you're still alive!
    There are four game modes: Quick play, Competitive, Arcade, Custom mode. In Quick play is great mode hop in if you're into casual fun. If you like a little variety there's an Arcade mode for that. If you really want to challenge yourself and hit the scoreboards, (become a pro player maybe?), that's what Competitive mode is for. Lastly there's the custom mode, where you get to try out levels created by other players.

    Most addicting portion of the game comes from the cosmetic items and levels you gain after every match. Most skins are creative while the rest are mostly recolors of regular skins. Only lacking parts are the story and patch updates. I'd love to know more about the characters and their world, but Blizzard barely fill those gaps in. Sure there are animated shorts and comics, but no campaign or single player stories to play? Then there's the ineffective patches of the game. Blizzard seems to make unnecessary patches, that effect the game. For example some of the heroes weapons don't always work as they should. Like shooting sometimes one bullet at a time or incapability to heal others. And no matter how many times you reinstall or reset the internet router, the faults still remain.

    Sequel so far looks like the first installment with accessories. From what I've seen from the beta gameplay it plays exactly the same as the first installment. I don't care if the game is free, the issues still remain. Maybe the sequel might have actual story campaigns, but I still feel like there should have been something in the first game other than easter eggs. But even with all that said, I still love Overwatch. And when the game works it's a lot fun. (No but seriously Blizzard get your **** together.)    … Expand
  2. Darkyurem
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Altamente adictivo, el juego al que mas horas he dedicado en mi vida, genial la libertad a la hora de jugar con tantas posibilidades
  3. Derskert
    Jun 18, 2022
    8
    While this game does have its flaws it is a really fun game to play with friends, the PVE modes are quite soulless however and I'm not a big fan of loot boxes however the monetization methods are purely cosmetic.

    The game does have a few balancing issues but I'm sure most of them will be fixed in the iteration, right now at its core Overwatch is an incredibly fun game to play with a    While this game does have its flaws it is a really fun game to play with friends, the PVE modes are quite soulless however and I'm not a big fan of loot boxes however the monetization methods are purely cosmetic.

    The game does have a few balancing issues but I'm sure most of them will be fixed in the iteration, right now at its core Overwatch is an incredibly fun game to play with a huge emphasis on teamwork.
    By far one of the most fun times I've ever had with a hero shooter, its less arcade-y and more competitive unlike titles like Team Fortress Two but that does not take away the fun I've had with this game.
    Graphics are also good.    … Expand
  4. BMX
    Mar 25, 2022
    10
    I only love this game because of play vs a.i game mode it's so much chill and fun Also I love Roadhog he such a hot piggy
  5. Molariusborn
    Nov 14, 2021
    10
    I love this game it makes so much fun to play well done Bilzzard

    the skillbased matchmaking in ranked ist very good
  6. greenwood101
    Nov 10, 2021
    9
    Lit!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  7. ibblue07
    Aug 14, 2021
    9
    I used to love playing this game back in the day, but now the community has become progressively worse. As long as you stay away from competitive, this game can still be fun.
  8. LyonFace
    Jun 25, 2021
    10
    I've been playing this game for close to 5 years now and throughout all the games i have played i always keep coming back to play overwatch. the charaters are intriguing and the gameplay never gets boring
  9. marvsfontanilla
    Mar 31, 2021
    10
    Story: N/A
    Graphics: 9
    Sound:8
    Gameplay: 10
    Game Time: N/A (Online Multiplayer) + PvP
  10. agapokolo
    Feb 9, 2021
    8
    Playing this game is a solid multiplayer experience, though I would only recommend playing it with friends.
  11. VadersFist501
    Jan 1, 2021
    9
    Coming back to Overwatch now, I still have a lot of fun with the game, and am excited for the release of Overwatch 2. The game looks amazing, and it does the 6v6 mode very well. It's even more fun when played with friends and is relatively beginner-friendly.
  12. SuperKing
    Nov 22, 2020
    9
    Great objective based squad FPS. Great characters all being unique and memorable. After you try all of them out you'll easily find one to match your play style. One of the best in the genre and highly recommended.
  13. Marh23
    Nov 10, 2020
    10
    Jfhrhftjridhdhevdihfhrjcjfbfjcbd of the United kingdom of clans is one uppercase symbol that
  14. RasaPahit
    Oct 4, 2020
    8
    This game is addictive. I have over 1000 hours on this game and for me this is my favorite game of all time but this game have some of the worst developer out there. They consistently make bad decisions to the game. They make matchmaking 10 minutes for damage role like WTF and they make buffs or nerfs to the game that just bad for the game. If you want to buy this game you need to learnThis game is addictive. I have over 1000 hours on this game and for me this is my favorite game of all time but this game have some of the worst developer out there. They consistently make bad decisions to the game. They make matchmaking 10 minutes for damage role like WTF and they make buffs or nerfs to the game that just bad for the game. If you want to buy this game you need to learn and be calm because this game is kinda hard for newcomer but when you get the feeling of it it will be addictive.… Expand
  15. MatthewDavisMed
    Sep 22, 2020
    9
    I'm usually a guy that just sticks with singleplayer games, but this games surprisingly kept me replaying matches over and over thanks to it's colorful cast of fun and interesting characters with unique skills. Though it could use a bit more content, it's still a lot of fun to play.
  16. shaggx83
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    I have played thousands of hours and still keep coming back. Sure the match can be frustrating but it is the kind of game that I really enjoy playing. So many free updates, new heroes, events and regular challenges kept it fresh whenever I started to get burned out. Will be playing this for years to come. The strength of the game is the cast of characters.
  17. Kozmik82
    Jul 22, 2020
    9
    This game is just a legendary piece of work and so fun tot play. I have never played an fps so long.
  18. Karloz_Hellzing
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    A continuously changing FPS, every match would be a new experience, graphics are amazing, controls are very responsive and you could spend thousands (literally) hours playing and still loving you.
    This game has a huge and complex lore what if you get to know makes you love the characters and understand their motivations and skills, it is more an strategy first person shooter (SFPS) than    A continuously changing FPS, every match would be a new experience, graphics are amazing, controls are very responsive and you could spend thousands (literally) hours playing and still loving you.
    This game has a huge and complex lore what if you get to know makes you love the characters and understand their motivations and skills, it is more an strategy first person shooter (SFPS) than just a FPS, victory depends of heroes compositions that you and your team pick up. The variety of heroes and their skills adds an a huge amount of possibilities to play.    … Expand
  19. Linn19
    Jul 14, 2020
    9
    Um dos melhores jogos multiplayer que tive o prazer de jogar. O nível de competitividade e trabalho em grupo nesse jogo é singular. O único personagem que acho desbalanceado é a Echo, acredito que devido ao foco no Overwatch 2.
    Existem sim pontos que poderiam melhorar e o que preciso mencionar é a falta de um modo história, ficando limitado aos eventos (em especial o sensacional Arquivos).    Um dos melhores jogos multiplayer que tive o prazer de jogar. O nível de competitividade e trabalho em grupo nesse jogo é singular. O único personagem que acho desbalanceado é a Echo, acredito que devido ao foco no Overwatch 2.
    Existem sim pontos que poderiam melhorar e o que preciso mencionar é a falta de um modo história, ficando limitado aos eventos (em especial o sensacional Arquivos). Também é bom mencionar a falta de Cross-plataform que chamaria ainda mais jogadores.
    Um dos pontos positivos é que devido o jogo ser pago, não existem as cansativas propagandas de "passe de temporada". E também todos os personagens estarem desbloqueados assim que se inicia o jogo, sem precisar pagar mais pra isso (R6 eu falei de você mesmo).    … Expand
  20. DandyDavid
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    One of the best FPS games around. It’s not just packed with fun and complex gameplay, but with deep characters. Characters with all different personalities, aesthetics, and lore. The game tries to entertain the community with many different events, which adds new cosmetics every few months. As it may have loot boxes, which is kinda annoying at times. But these loot boxes do not contain anyOne of the best FPS games around. It’s not just packed with fun and complex gameplay, but with deep characters. Characters with all different personalities, aesthetics, and lore. The game tries to entertain the community with many different events, which adds new cosmetics every few months. As it may have loot boxes, which is kinda annoying at times. But these loot boxes do not contain any items that give a player any ingame advantages or upgrades. These loot boxes are completely optional with only cosmetics, which easily unlocked through the leveling up system. They don’t you forced to pay for in game microtransactions to be better than others. Many other games do this and I respect overwatch from steering away from it. Have been playing it since year of release and I don’t intend on stopping anytime soon.… Expand
  21. Dylan117
    Jul 4, 2020
    8
    Overwatch is a great team shooter. If you like team fortress you'll love Overwatch. It translates the moba style to FPS. While I think Blizzard should of embraced a campaign the gameplay of the multiplayer is very additctive and really fun solo or with friends. Grinding can be tedious as leveling up gets really slow around level 40.
  22. whatagoodguy
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    I bought it in 2016 and I'm still playing it 4 years later. They give new characters and key content for free. The animations and the design of the characters are top notch. In my opinion, the online connection is nearly flawless. They have a type of character for every preference. For example, if somebody can't aim, there are many other characters that require different skills. The onlyI bought it in 2016 and I'm still playing it 4 years later. They give new characters and key content for free. The animations and the design of the characters are top notch. In my opinion, the online connection is nearly flawless. They have a type of character for every preference. For example, if somebody can't aim, there are many other characters that require different skills. The only microtransactions are optional cosmetics that you can choose not to get if you don't want to. They organize cool seasonal events in which you get cosmetics, should you choose to participate. Every player has the same chances to win at all times. My only two gripes are that you usually get matched with players with a much lower ability than you and you often end up losing simply because one or two people didn't contribute to the team the way they should. Also, if a player leaves a competitive game in the middle of the match, you might be forced to play until the very end of an already lost game, even if there are many rounds left.… Expand
  23. Armin4
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    The best and most addictive online game of my life
    And this game have personality
    Characters and maps and everything have their own story
    And this story perfect like a masterpiece single player game
  24. Martma
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Best game ever, I bought it for my wife’s boyfriend he really like it so he let me sleep on the couch instead of the floor.
  25. illuvatar_1st
    Jun 25, 2020
    9
    Great game, with great characters.
    simply put when it came out, it came with a BOOM and earned the best game of 2016 title. Following the years it kept its relevancy with releasing a map every 3 months and a new hero every 4 months. Its idea of only being a 6 vs 6 has been tested through out the years and gave the players different game modes that at time looked ridiculous. Game modes    Great game, with great characters.
    simply put when it came out, it came with a BOOM and earned the best game of 2016 title. Following the years it kept its relevancy with releasing a map every 3 months and a new hero every 4 months. Its idea of only being a 6 vs 6 has been tested through out the years and gave the players different game modes that at time looked ridiculous. Game modes like Lucio ball (rocket league) Junkerstein Revenge(zombies) Mei's snowball and yeti hunt and last but not least Archive (story events) shows the potential that this project has. Although Balancing heroes come become a problem , blizzard is always making sure to place that bar and find the best Meta. Other game modes such as capture the flag, death match and others were introduced and very recently they release the workshop where people come with unique ideas to make their pwn game modes such as parkour , infinity stones, flappy bird ,death room and plenty plenty of others    … Expand
  26. Tinagowtfay12
    Jun 23, 2020
    8
    Overwatch is a fun and unique experience. With heroes with different abilities, its hard to master all classes. At release, Overwatch was a small game. With only 3 game modes and a handful of maps to keep it going. No campaign. But over the years, Overwatch has grown with new heroes, new maps, new ideas. A fun, competetive multiplayer experience.
  27. Viperalan
    Apr 9, 2020
    8
    I’ll get straight to the point the game is great but difficult to play by yourself you can win a few games. If you are reading this and still haven’t got the game I recommend you play it also try to get people you know to play with you. You will in joy it more. Know your reading this and wonder why I rated it 8 out of 10 and the reason is that some characters in the game are a bit overI’ll get straight to the point the game is great but difficult to play by yourself you can win a few games. If you are reading this and still haven’t got the game I recommend you play it also try to get people you know to play with you. You will in joy it more. Know your reading this and wonder why I rated it 8 out of 10 and the reason is that some characters in the game are a bit over powered.… Expand
  28. alescartoonyguy
    Mar 26, 2020
    9
    i've raged many times,while losing in over-time,i've said "i'm done",when getting one shot by a hanzo,but i cant deny that i love this game.yea this game has some trouble with matchmaking or smurfs in the lower ranks,but the countless hours i played were filled with so many good feelings,that it weighs out the mistakes and bad things.i love that there's 32 heroes,to choose from,everyonei've raged many times,while losing in over-time,i've said "i'm done",when getting one shot by a hanzo,but i cant deny that i love this game.yea this game has some trouble with matchmaking or smurfs in the lower ranks,but the countless hours i played were filled with so many good feelings,that it weighs out the mistakes and bad things.i love that there's 32 heroes,to choose from,everyone will find at least one suiting for him/her.i like the physics of the guns,which is very important for a FPS.i like the variety of maps,and blizzard listens to the community it nerfs or buffs a certain hero or ability.i like teaming up with a friend,and playing some unstoppable combo.i love this game.… Expand
  29. Sopranzzz_
    Mar 24, 2020
    8
    Overwatch is one of the few fps that stand out during the past years. An online futuristic multiplayer team based game which contains both fps adrenaline and coordinated gameplay. It's really an enjoyable and engaging experience, both in defence and attack. Every hero feels unique, the maps are well-designed and, in addition to the classic game modes, the arcade game modes are fun andOverwatch is one of the few fps that stand out during the past years. An online futuristic multiplayer team based game which contains both fps adrenaline and coordinated gameplay. It's really an enjoyable and engaging experience, both in defence and attack. Every hero feels unique, the maps are well-designed and, in addition to the classic game modes, the arcade game modes are fun and original.
    So, why this game isn't a 10? Well, for two particular points:
    1) The game is living a real "content drought", adding very few new things every two or so months, especially since Role Que was added (but also before this period, which was august 2019); this because Blizzard has announced Overwatch 2 and almost every new type of content will be left for that game, leaving Overwatch with its stale yearly events routine. The only things that are really new are the few skins that are added during the aforementioned events.
    2) The multiplayer core experience is based on teamwork and coordination, especially in competitive, where people are supposed to communicate; however, this doesn't happen very often, particularly on console. And when you cannot coordinate your team, you are most likely going to lose and get frustrated. Yes, frustrated, because you clearly know what you have to do in order to win, but you can't because your teammates are not performing properly their role, leaving the whole squad in the tide. Infact, always play with some friends, not only because it is more fun, but also because if you are going for solo que, you are left to the fate of your teammates (for real), resulting in a much more difficult and, again, frustrating experience in order to climb into new ranks.

    In conclusion: Overwatch is a really good game, one of the best fps games ever made, but play it with some friends, otherwise it will be an exhausting experience, most of the times (especially in competitive).    … Expand
  30. Thegamingrex
    Mar 15, 2020
    9
    I find overwatch a really good game and i think you should get it in 2020.The only thing i don’t like about the game are some heroes (doomfist,moira,pharah and sombra) but at the same time it’s hard to like all 31 heroes.So buy it if you like class based shooters and if you’re looking for a new game.
  31. Balazs360
    Mar 2, 2020
    9
    Every time I play with this game I have so much fun. I think it's a pretty good online multiplayer game. I used to play it more, but this game still manages to keep up. The characters are great (at least most of them) and pretty much everything works fine. One reason I give it a 9 is because not all of the characters are balanced e.g. Bastion is waay too strong, and another reason is thatEvery time I play with this game I have so much fun. I think it's a pretty good online multiplayer game. I used to play it more, but this game still manages to keep up. The characters are great (at least most of them) and pretty much everything works fine. One reason I give it a 9 is because not all of the characters are balanced e.g. Bastion is waay too strong, and another reason is that there have been some changes that changed the game in a "bad" way e.g. I don't like that now you have to choose which class you wanna be in the new quick play. it has a story of some kind as well, but nothing really special. Honestly I didn't think this game will be that good, but it is. Definitely get it if you're looking for a good online multiplayer game, although be aware of toxic players.… Expand
  32. LuisNrd
    Feb 9, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Its an awesome game.Is makes so mich fun to play ranked againsz Player wich are as good as you .… Expand
  33. VictinJoojPrays
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    I loved this game Blizzard has delivered one of their best games ever! Play it since 2014 (BETA), and until today (2019) I have fun with it! My favorite hero will always be Moira!
  34. JayNxtGen
    Nov 9, 2019
    8
    As a gamer who has been playing this game since 2016 I have well got my moneys worth with this game. The multiplayer is fun as hell specially with friends and a high skill level is not needed as some heroes are so easy to use. If you want a good time with a fresh multiplayer with Blizzards high polish? Take the dive as even in 2019 this game is superb and is guaranteed a long life with theAs a gamer who has been playing this game since 2016 I have well got my moneys worth with this game. The multiplayer is fun as hell specially with friends and a high skill level is not needed as some heroes are so easy to use. If you want a good time with a fresh multiplayer with Blizzards high polish? Take the dive as even in 2019 this game is superb and is guaranteed a long life with the Overwatch 2 update coming.… Expand
  35. GALACTICFUT
    Oct 6, 2019
    10
    El juego es una auténtica pasada, todo lo hace el mejor juego multijugador en primera persona
  36. BDice42
    Oct 3, 2019
    10
    All I gotta say is HarleyQuinn2000 doesn’t know what the hell shes talking about. Overwatch came out first and Paladins is a copy/paste of Overwatch.
  37. ToddChavez
    Aug 19, 2019
    9
    Slick, gorgeous, and flush with tactical depth, Overwatch is the new gold standard for multiplayer shooters.
  38. Trumpet_Boi_208
    Aug 3, 2019
    9
    Overwatch is a very addicting hero shooter with multiple unique heroes, maps, and modes. However, some of the provocative skins, and the toxic community prevents it from being one of my favorites.
  39. SethGrey
    Jun 6, 2019
    10
    One of the best shooters to come out in recent years, Overwatch is a team-based shooter full of potential and colourful characters.

    The matches are intense and it can be very addictive. The graphics, music and sound effects create a great feel for this new world created by blizzard and some of the random interactions between players give the impression of history between the characters.    One of the best shooters to come out in recent years, Overwatch is a team-based shooter full of potential and colourful characters.

    The matches are intense and it can be very addictive. The graphics, music and sound effects create a great feel for this new world created by blizzard and some of the random interactions between players give the impression of history between the characters. Speaking of which, the characters are also very well balanced.

    This game is most fun when played with friends but playing with random players can be fun too. Teams require balancing roles such as one healer and one tank, if you're a team player you can fill one of these roles yourself. Players who have a tendency to stick to one favourite character will not shine here. Overwatch is all about changing characters and adapting to the situation.

    When I first read about Overwatch it was not in my wishlist. The animated shorts raised my curiosity but the beta access was when I had made up my mind that this is a game I absolutely must have. This game is fun, intense with a good sense of humour.

    There is no microtransaction necessary for this game. There is nothing pay-to-win and only cosmetic things can be bought with real money. But fear not, you can also unlock them by playing the game.

    This game simply has no notable flaws and thus I give it a 10/10.    … Expand
  40. reinventingwed
    May 24, 2019
    9
    I play this game almost every day. It's super fun (when you have a good team comp), but I wish they would add more game modes. Making Total Mayhem a mode that is available to play all of the time would be awesome. What would be even more awesome would be to add other game modes into competitive play. Overall, it's a super fun game!
  41. mikemormai
    May 6, 2019
    9
    jogo baita legal, fiquei nele umas 200h e cara , vale muita a pena,pena e a toxidade que tem
  42. luanvianalv
    Apr 30, 2019
    8
    Sem dúvidas um dos melhores multiplayers da geração, mas ainda sim mal aproveitado. Ele poderia ser um grande rival do Fortnite, se fosse atualizado como deveria. Me viciei bastante, mas não há nada de inusitado no game, então...
  43. TwoBe
    Apr 20, 2019
    9
    Great game full of adrenaline. Sadly is a game meant to be played with people that know how to play as a team, if you have five other friends to rely on then this game will be amazing, otherwise it will be a bitter sweet experience.
  44. IKAOU34
    Mar 13, 2019
    9
    My favorite multiplayer team based shooter game. But in the launch There was lack of content but now it is awesome
  45. ShadowKat69
    Mar 9, 2019
    10
    I really love this game, it's another one I play with my brother who got his when he saw how much fun I was having with mines.

    I love playing all the characters though I mainly stick with Sombra, Mercy, D.va, Reaper, Ashe, Hanzo and Ana. I'm not all that great with the others but I play the ones I listed decently enough.
  46. Coop123
    Jan 22, 2019
    9
    Overwatch is an incredibly fun and daring game. At launch it may have not had the most content but as the months went on this game grew into something special, packed with hundreds of hours worth of playtime. The colorful cartoon inspired design of the characters is unique and the polish of the game is incredible. The game looks great with its unique style and all the characters andOverwatch is an incredibly fun and daring game. At launch it may have not had the most content but as the months went on this game grew into something special, packed with hundreds of hours worth of playtime. The colorful cartoon inspired design of the characters is unique and the polish of the game is incredible. The game looks great with its unique style and all the characters and locations have unique looks and stand out. The voice acting is mostly great and the game has great sound design. The in game lore and interesting characters are amazing even though the game is very lacking in any single player or co-op content. However the game-play of the main multiplayer is the real standout. The game feels great and the controls are very responsive. The heroes are unique and have there own role to play on the battlefield and none feel quite alike. The maps are plentiful and diverse, objectives offer intense game-play and will have you very invested in your game. Their are a few heroes who feel way to powerful and their are many strategies that will frustrate you but that is to be expected with a multi-player game. My main concern is how slow the progression is. Climbing the competitive ladder feels to slow with very little meaningful rewards. Loot boxes offer some unique mechanics but also a whole pool of poorly designed ones, but also offer something too look forward too when leveling up. Overall a truly great multiplayer experience and one of the best in years for that matter, and a great business model offering unique content every few months despite it lacking in offering single player content. Highly recommended.… Expand
  47. continue
    Jan 7, 2019
    9
    Overwatch is an incredible achievement in multiplayer shooter design. It bobs and weaves almost perfectly between being the quick-fix adrenaline hit you might want after a long day of work, and the thoughtful, strategic multiplayer experience that becomes the center of evening-long binges with friends. It might not have the most exhaustive list of maps and modes, but it provides nearlyOverwatch is an incredible achievement in multiplayer shooter design. It bobs and weaves almost perfectly between being the quick-fix adrenaline hit you might want after a long day of work, and the thoughtful, strategic multiplayer experience that becomes the center of evening-long binges with friends. It might not have the most exhaustive list of maps and modes, but it provides nearly endless opportunities for exhilarating, coordinated play, and when you’re the one at the center of it, it feels like nothing else.… Expand
  48. Cooper_Reviews
    Nov 29, 2018
    9
    Visuals: 10/10
    Audio and sound design: 9/10
    Game-play: 9/10 Story (Lore): 8/10 Replay-ability: 10/10 Overall Score: 9.2/10 Overwatch is one of the most fun and unique experiences in a video game I've ever had. A colorful cast of heroes each all unique and are fun, big beautiful maps, intriguing lore, and fun objectives. The best part is the game is constantly growing and changing    Visuals: 10/10
    Audio and sound design: 9/10
    Game-play: 9/10
    Story (Lore): 8/10
    Replay-ability: 10/10

    Overall Score: 9.2/10

    Overwatch is one of the most fun and unique experiences in a video game I've ever had. A colorful cast of heroes each all unique and are fun, big beautiful maps, intriguing lore, and fun objectives. The best part is the game is constantly growing and changing adding new things that shake up every-thing so it encourages replay value. A truly unique experience.    … Expand
  49. InternetPerson1
    Nov 20, 2018
    9
    This is a game that has given me many great memories and over 100 hours of fun. I love this game and i have a lot to talk about. First of all the anime inspired style and polish of the characters and maps is phenomenal. Every character is unique in personality and design and very easy to differentiate them in game. The game is gorgeous and has a really cool unique style. The in game loreThis is a game that has given me many great memories and over 100 hours of fun. I love this game and i have a lot to talk about. First of all the anime inspired style and polish of the characters and maps is phenomenal. Every character is unique in personality and design and very easy to differentiate them in game. The game is gorgeous and has a really cool unique style. The in game lore is very interesting and is shown through voice lines, character interactions, cosmetics, and Easter eggs in the maps. This is aided by great customization options such as skins and sprays that add more flare to the game. The maps are all very simple but effective in design. They're big and offer many different ways to approach your enemy's. You can really see the effort that went in to make sure each character is viable on every map. The objectives also offer intense and engaging moments to the match and every game something new seems to happen. Most of the heroes are super fun to play and are very unique and diverse. They're fun and mostly balanced with a few exceptions. Also some heroes just aren't as fun to play as others. Some of the main problems i have with this game is that the progression is very slow and the loot box system feels kinda cheap with how long it takes to obtain them. The game released pretty bare bones but after the first couple months the game modes, new heroes, maps, and other content helped improve the game. Overall a really great game and one of the best shooters in a long time with a few problems but overall very good.… Expand
  50. BobCat51
    Nov 8, 2018
    10
    Excellent game. The level of polish and depth is nearly unparalleled, met only by games like Battlefield and Rainbow Six. Yet this game, much like a MOBA, puts even more significance on teamwork and and team balance.
    Balance is one of the things the game does excellently. While the game does have some minor balancing issues, it’s remarkable how excellent the balancing is throughout the    Excellent game. The level of polish and depth is nearly unparalleled, met only by games like Battlefield and Rainbow Six. Yet this game, much like a MOBA, puts even more significance on teamwork and and team balance.
    Balance is one of the things the game does excellently. While the game does have some minor balancing issues, it’s remarkable how excellent the balancing is throughout the many heroes despite how incredibly different each character plays. No other shooter had such minimal balancing issues yet so much character variety.
    I also commend the game for avoiding any significant IAP’s or other unnecessary monetizations.

    Excellent game all in all.    … Expand
  51. iOS
    Oct 11, 2018
    9
    Overwatch is an incredible achievement in multiplayer shooter design. It bobs and weaves almost perfectly between being the quick-fix adrenaline hit you might want after a long day of work, and the thoughtful, strategic multiplayer experience that becomes the center of evening-long binges with friends. It might not have the most exhaustive list of maps and modes, but it provides nearlyOverwatch is an incredible achievement in multiplayer shooter design. It bobs and weaves almost perfectly between being the quick-fix adrenaline hit you might want after a long day of work, and the thoughtful, strategic multiplayer experience that becomes the center of evening-long binges with friends. It might not have the most exhaustive list of maps and modes, but it provides nearly endless opportunities for exhilarating, coordinated play, and when you’re the one at the center of it, it feels like nothing else.… Expand
  52. jonnygreenwood
    Oct 3, 2018
    10
    Greatest multiplayer game of all time, no question.

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  53. FrostyFeet97
    Sep 18, 2018
    9
    Overwatch is fun and easy game to play. I really enjoying playing it. There is variety of heroes and game modes. I think the game is really well made and Blizzard is taking care of it.
  54. superpyro296
    Aug 14, 2018
    8
    Super bon jeu qui a une excellente durée de vie ! J'apprécie particulièrement le grand nombre de maps et de personnages. Ce jeu est multijoueurs uniquement et un joueur solo sera défavorisé à mon avis (plus susceptible de perdre) car il semble plus facile de gagner si nous faisons partie d'une bonne escouade qui communique ensemble. J'aurais apprécié une campagne également pour bonifier leSuper bon jeu qui a une excellente durée de vie ! J'apprécie particulièrement le grand nombre de maps et de personnages. Ce jeu est multijoueurs uniquement et un joueur solo sera défavorisé à mon avis (plus susceptible de perdre) car il semble plus facile de gagner si nous faisons partie d'une bonne escouade qui communique ensemble. J'aurais apprécié une campagne également pour bonifier le jeu… Expand
  55. halo124
    Aug 5, 2018
    8
    This game has some of the most intense game play of this generation other than 1 character who is one of the most infuriating of this generation. This game also has a problem with price because on PS4 and XBOX you also need to buy to play online ( this game is also online only ) which for me buying and playing the game cost $82 ( i bought the 1 year of PS plus ). Other than that this gameThis game has some of the most intense game play of this generation other than 1 character who is one of the most infuriating of this generation. This game also has a problem with price because on PS4 and XBOX you also need to buy to play online ( this game is also online only ) which for me buying and playing the game cost $82 ( i bought the 1 year of PS plus ). Other than that this game is fun, intense, has a great art style and good character and sound design.… Expand
  56. Snyx
    Jul 24, 2018
    10
    I've played Overwatch for more than a thousand hours. I think it's pretty good.
  57. PhantomC
    Jul 1, 2018
    10
    A phenomenal team based shooter that has an extremely diverse cast with unique move sets on bright visually pleasing maps that boast plenty of vertical and horizontal flanking opportunities I have a few hundred hours on Overwatch and every update there is always something new and exciting for me to try out with my friends on either quickplay, one of the numerous arcade game modes, or onA phenomenal team based shooter that has an extremely diverse cast with unique move sets on bright visually pleasing maps that boast plenty of vertical and horizontal flanking opportunities I have a few hundred hours on Overwatch and every update there is always something new and exciting for me to try out with my friends on either quickplay, one of the numerous arcade game modes, or on one of our own custom games.… Expand
  58. Crimsoncritic
    Jun 15, 2018
    10
    In the world of first-person-shooters, it’s very difficult to find original titles with individuality, variety, and overall creative ideas. But when the game studio, Blizzard, took it upon themselves to create their own FPS title, they manufactured a gaming Giant. While Overwatch is very similar to other games in the class-based FPS genre such as Valve’s Team Fortress 2 and Gearbox’sIn the world of first-person-shooters, it’s very difficult to find original titles with individuality, variety, and overall creative ideas. But when the game studio, Blizzard, took it upon themselves to create their own FPS title, they manufactured a gaming Giant. While Overwatch is very similar to other games in the class-based FPS genre such as Valve’s Team Fortress 2 and Gearbox’s Battleborn, It manages to stand out in its own way with its creativity, visuals, and overall addictive nature. Sadly, while the game doesn't have an actual campaign, Overwatch’s story is explained in the very beginning when the player first boots up the game. As told by the intelligent ape scientist, Winston, in the distant future, mankind became careless, and the machines they built rose up and raged war against them for dominance. So in a last attempt of desperation to reestablish peace, Overwatch was assembled. An elite team made up of the best soldiers, fighters, minds, and prodigies in the world. The attempt was a success. Overwatch helped settle the war and establish world Peace. However, because of that, Overwatch was disbanded due to the fact that they weren't needed anymore. But after horrible tragedy kept occurring many years later, Winston contacts all of the Overwatch members to reunite and fight for what's right once again. In terms of the game’s visuals, Overwatch boasts an expansive, dazzling color palette with stunning three-dimensional graphics and resolution that really lends itself to the game's overall appeal. And the roster of playable heroes in Overwatch is probably the best part of the game. Never has there been a class-based FPS title with this much variety. Out of 25 characters with new ones added every year, and the four classes they fit into, no two characters play the same. For instance, Rinehart and Winston are both tanks but do the job differently. If your team needs lasting, straightforward protection then you clearly use Reinhart, but if your team needs to rush the enemy as quickly as possible while still needing protection, then the incredibly mobile Winston would be a better choice. And it's because all of the characters in Overwatch are unique and drastically different in play style and design that makes the game so much fun. 25 ways to play, and you can play anything from an African powerhouse with a giant fist to a robotic munk with levitating orbs around his neck. And they all have varying damage, health, skill ceilings, mobility and situational effectiveness. Combine that with the fact that each character has as powerful move that they can charge up to possibly turn the tides of a game and you have a recipe for a good time. Overwatch gameplay is in general, solid. 6 vs 6 matches are the norm and they’re most of the time fast-paced and chaotic, which makes them lots of fun but sometimes infuriating if the players aren't skilled enough to handle the game’s extremely high skill ceiling. Due to Overwatch being an online- team based game, each of the 25 heroes have to be put in carefully constructed teams that compliment each other's abilities if the players want to win. Luckily, Blizzard nailed online capabilities in Overwatch. Players can team up with their friends in parties and even befriend, communicate with, and start other parties with random players online! Which allows communication between team members which in turn allows for strategy to be discussed amongst a team. Even though there’s only 15 maps in Overwatch as of now which is especially weak compared to TF2’s monster selection of over 100, they are very expensive and have a lot of possible routes and paths, and it's a lot of fun to discover new secret areas to abuse the game. And with there being a handful of modes to the maps such as capturing a point, pushing a payload or doing both, there’s a lot of possibilities to each scenario. Overwatch truly delivers in side content, there is an always expanding plethora of modes to play outside of the normal quick play and competitive, and the player can even make their own modes in the custom game mode, and post them online with the literally millions of other modes made by other players. Another area where Overwatch shines though, is the dozens and dozens and dozens of collectibles that each character can have. All of which are interchangeable to each hero and aesthetically makes the player’s character their own. And each event that comes out over the years adds even more voice lines, sprays, highlight intros, emotes and costumes for all the characters. In the end, Overwatch nails just about every aspect that needs to be addressed for an FPS to be good, and it excels in those aspects to the endth degree to create a must-play experience for any kind of gamer. It’s well worth it's 2016 Game-of-the-year title. 10/10, Masterpiece.… Expand
  59. redeyedwerewolf
    May 25, 2018
    10
    don't listen to the haters,they like to hate on every trending and overrated game.Overwatch is overrated that's right,but unlike other games,over watch is overrated because it is good,after 2 years soo much free content(new Maps,new heroes,adjustments,Skins,Reworks,etc..) Have been added to the game,the developers love the community and keeps adding new content almost every day!!!! This isdon't listen to the haters,they like to hate on every trending and overrated game.Overwatch is overrated that's right,but unlike other games,over watch is overrated because it is good,after 2 years soo much free content(new Maps,new heroes,adjustments,Skins,Reworks,etc..) Have been added to the game,the developers love the community and keeps adding new content almost every day!!!! This is truly one of the best online hero shooters out there if not the best!… Expand
  60. njja02
    May 15, 2018
    8
    The story of Overwatch doesn't make any sense within the context of the game. Plus the game isn't the most densely packed game when it comes to content. But, it's loads of fun and it kept my attention for hours upon hours.
  61. Lineart
    May 5, 2018
    9
    Slick, gorgeous, and flush with tactical depth, Overwatch is the new gold standard for multiplayer shooters.
  62. lastcaress
    May 3, 2018
    9
    This game has been out for almost 2 years now and I still play it pretty much every day. Another great game by Blizzard. It can be a little unbalanced at times but overall it's so worth your money to pick this up even now as you can jump right in. All of the rewards are cosmetic so there's no catching up or feeling like you're behind except for maybe learning the heroes and knowing theThis game has been out for almost 2 years now and I still play it pretty much every day. Another great game by Blizzard. It can be a little unbalanced at times but overall it's so worth your money to pick this up even now as you can jump right in. All of the rewards are cosmetic so there's no catching up or feeling like you're behind except for maybe learning the heroes and knowing the maps. 9/10. Excellent game.… Expand
  63. knuckle
    May 1, 2018
    9
    Rasante Gefechte? Ja! Vielfältige Helden? Oh ja! Ausgerichtet auf Teamplay? Viel davon! MOBA? Nein! Und der Umfang? Geht so. Im Gegensatz zu Shootern wie Battleborn oder Black Ops 3 konzentriert sich Overwatch komplett auf den Mehrspieler-Modus und fackelt online ein spektakuläres Shooterfeuerwerk ab. Egal ob Dynamik, Balance, Charakterdesign oder individuelle Spielweisen: BlizzardRasante Gefechte? Ja! Vielfältige Helden? Oh ja! Ausgerichtet auf Teamplay? Viel davon! MOBA? Nein! Und der Umfang? Geht so. Im Gegensatz zu Shootern wie Battleborn oder Black Ops 3 konzentriert sich Overwatch komplett auf den Mehrspieler-Modus und fackelt online ein spektakuläres Shooterfeuerwerk ab. Egal ob Dynamik, Balance, Charakterdesign oder individuelle Spielweisen: Blizzard inszeniert Action mit großartigem Teamplay-Anspruch in toller Cartoonwelt mit umwerfernder Soundkulisse. Mit den richtigen Leuten (am besten Freunde) ergeben sich ebenso tempo- wie abwechslungsreiche Gefechte, in denen man sehr viel Spaß, aber auch sehr viel Frust (Niederlage) haben kann. Ich habe selten einen Shooter erlebt, in dem man das Match innerhalb der letzten Sekunden noch komplett drehen kann - mit Glück, mit Taktik oder mit Pharah. Aber Overwatch kämpft mit zwei Schwachpunkten: Die meisten Karten sind zu statisch, es fehlen mehr Überraschungen sowie interaktive Objekte. Das größte Manko ist der magere Umfang. Das Vorhandene ist zwar auf Hochglanz poliert, aber mehr als zwölf Karten in dreieinhalb Spielmodi - neben Training und KI-Matches - gibt es nicht. Die Entwickler haben zwar versprochen, neue Modi, Helden und Karten kostenlos nachzuliefern, aber diese Zukunftsmusik kann in die Bewertung nicht einfließen. Die 21 Helden und ihre individuellen Spielweisen und Kombinationen sorgen jedenfalls dafür, dass es trotz Spielmodi-Mangel nicht langweilig wird. Unterm Strich ist Overwatch also ein sehr guter, angenehm temporeicher und kompromissloser Online-Shooter für Teamplayer.… Expand
  64. BlitZeR_95
    Apr 28, 2018
    8
    This might not be everyone's type of game but it is a really fun fast-paced FPS game. Each character has their advantages and disadvantages making the game quite balanced.
  65. gcox24
    Apr 1, 2018
    9
    One of my all time favorite fps games! There are characters for every style of play and every game is fun. -1 for Bastions just sitting in the corner and being dumb
  66. X111XTRME
    Mar 30, 2018
    10
    Best Multiplayer Ever . All Characters Equally balanced . Hope this gets a cross play . Thanks Blizzard for this game.
  67. gabes1919
    Mar 30, 2018
    9
    Maybe not quite the first of its kind but it is the best. A trailblazer above all the competition
  68. Adubis27
    Mar 20, 2018
    9
    8.8/10, Overwatch is a creative shooter with occasional updates adding new characters/maps/skins/other. An incredible game that any FPS fan can enjoy. Sadly, it kinda died but it's still fun.
  69. Termin8ter
    Mar 18, 2018
    8
    Overwatch was the massive multiplayer game from Blizzard that took the gaming community by storm. Risen from the ashes of the failed Project Titan, the new Overwatch team picked up the pieces of Titan and used those to craft this awesome multiplayer experience. It's balanced, has a great artstyle and nice graphics, and most importantly, is a lot of fun. My only issue for this game is theOverwatch was the massive multiplayer game from Blizzard that took the gaming community by storm. Risen from the ashes of the failed Project Titan, the new Overwatch team picked up the pieces of Titan and used those to craft this awesome multiplayer experience. It's balanced, has a great artstyle and nice graphics, and most importantly, is a lot of fun. My only issue for this game is the unacceptable lootbox system, most likely courtesy of Activi$ion, the unfortunate parent company of Blizzard. Overall, though, Overwatch is a great multiplayer experience and one of the best games of 2016. Hopefully the Overwatch team fixes the issues that Titan had, and ships it this time. Or at least release a compiled playable version.… Expand
  70. madcritic_
    Mar 17, 2018
    9
    Slick, gorgeous, and flush with tactical depth, Overwatch is the new gold standard for multiplayer shooters.
  71. vqu
    Mar 7, 2018
    9
    Slick, gorgeous, and flush with tactical depth, Overwatch is the new gold standard for multiplayer shooters.
  72. murphenheim
    Feb 19, 2018
    10
    best fps game ever,
    good graphic
    fantastic gameplay
    blizzard did nice job on every thing about this game
  73. 34801
    Feb 14, 2018
    9
    Rasante Gefechte? Ja! Vielfältige Helden? Oh ja! Ausgerichtet auf Teamplay? Viel davon! MOBA? Nein! Und der Umfang? Geht so. Im Gegensatz zu Shootern wie Battleborn oder Black Ops 3 konzentriert sich Overwatch komplett auf den Mehrspieler-Modus und fackelt online ein spektakuläres Shooterfeuerwerk ab. Egal ob Dynamik, Balance, Charakterdesign oder individuelle Spielweisen: BlizzardRasante Gefechte? Ja! Vielfältige Helden? Oh ja! Ausgerichtet auf Teamplay? Viel davon! MOBA? Nein! Und der Umfang? Geht so. Im Gegensatz zu Shootern wie Battleborn oder Black Ops 3 konzentriert sich Overwatch komplett auf den Mehrspieler-Modus und fackelt online ein spektakuläres Shooterfeuerwerk ab. Egal ob Dynamik, Balance, Charakterdesign oder individuelle Spielweisen: Blizzard inszeniert Action mit großartigem Teamplay-Anspruch in toller Cartoonwelt mit umwerfernder Soundkulisse. Mit den richtigen Leuten (am besten Freunde) ergeben sich ebenso tempo- wie abwechslungsreiche Gefechte, in denen man sehr viel Spaß, aber auch sehr viel Frust (Niederlage) haben kann. Ich habe selten einen Shooter erlebt, in dem man das Match innerhalb der letzten Sekunden noch komplett drehen kann - mit Glück, mit Taktik oder mit Pharah. Aber Overwatch kämpft mit zwei Schwachpunkten: Die meisten Karten sind zu statisch, es fehlen mehr Überraschungen sowie interaktive Objekte. Das größte Manko ist der magere Umfang. Das Vorhandene ist zwar auf Hochglanz poliert, aber mehr als zwölf Karten in dreieinhalb Spielmodi - neben Training und KI-Matches - gibt es nicht. Die Entwickler haben zwar versprochen, neue Modi, Helden und Karten kostenlos nachzuliefern, aber diese Zukunftsmusik kann in die Bewertung nicht einfließen. Die 21 Helden und ihre individuellen Spielweisen und Kombinationen sorgen jedenfalls dafür, dass es trotz Spielmodi-Mangel nicht langweilig wird. Unterm Strich ist Overwatch also ein sehr guter, angenehm temporeicher und kompromissloser Online-Shooter für Teamplayer.… Expand
  74. inzunza
    Dec 29, 2017
    9
    Looking back at 2016 when I started playing, and approaching 2018, I can still recommend this game. Keep in mind that this isn´t your Call of Duty; it is a Team Based Shooter.
    True, When I first tried this game, I was truly sceptical of it (specially about spending 60 bucks) and I was against playing a game with no campaign mode as well, but it won me over. Yes, it took all its    Looking back at 2016 when I started playing, and approaching 2018, I can still recommend this game. Keep in mind that this isn´t your Call of Duty; it is a Team Based Shooter.
    True, When I first tried this game, I was truly sceptical of it (specially about spending 60 bucks) and I was against playing a game with no campaign mode as well, but it won me over. Yes, it took all its inspiration from Team Fortress, Blizzard says it all the time, but they created so many different characters and refined so many mechanics just trying to provide the best fun and gameplay possible. They have been constantly updating for free new characters, maps and modes.
    Playing online with other people, was something hard for me until I played this game; we all know how competitive things can get on this platform, but you can pick up certain characters with certain skills and still do a good job adjusting to your abilities and play style. Give it a shot, there´s a character for everyone.
    In case you are fully new to Overwatch, it focuses on Team vs Team, only (except for special events where is 1vs6, or PVE), with few but very fun modes (defending points as king of the hill and escorting a payload, or even hybrid) in a variety of maps, which I must say, were really thought trough and are well designed so any character can shine and none are in full disadvantage or advantage). Blizzard truly did an amazing job risking it and betting on this IP. Give it a try on those free weekends, or when it´s $30. It is fun no doubt in short bursts or if you want to invest yourself in the competitive scene.
    It´s FUN, and hasn´t lost momentum. I find this type of shooter, like Team Fortress, more fun than having the typical resolution of match based on deathmatches and head count.    … Expand
  75. twinky4746
    Dec 20, 2017
    10
    Overwatch: Overwatch is brilliant, futuristic cartoony characters, amazing graphics, simple gameplay, and story that makes me addicted to this well crafted FPS.
  76. Ghostas
    Dec 12, 2017
    10
    Recently got this game, and it is a blast. Well defined and balanced characters. I'm not an FPS fan at all, yet, this one constantly wastes my time. Great game, thank you Blizzard.
  77. angraholyland
    Nov 15, 2017
    10
    One of the most fun games of all time. This is a brilliant and fun game. Love it - And look, I do not like generic first person shooters. I have more than 250 hours of it and want more. Blizzard just released a piece of art.
  78. Popcornpete
    Nov 10, 2017
    10
    As a big halo fan I never took overwatch seriously as it looked too cartoony. But after changing my xbox for playstation I decided to give it a go. At first the game seemed swallow but I stuck with and soon found the real beauty of the game. Each character plays so different and can effect not the game in so many different ways. It totally changes your experience when playing. ThankAs a big halo fan I never took overwatch seriously as it looked too cartoony. But after changing my xbox for playstation I decided to give it a go. At first the game seemed swallow but I stuck with and soon found the real beauty of the game. Each character plays so different and can effect not the game in so many different ways. It totally changes your experience when playing. Thank you blizzard!!!… Expand
  79. Spideroverlord
    Nov 4, 2017
    10
    This game is awesome you can play so many good online modes like quick play and also the Arcade games this game so many good characters to play like solder 76,trancer,Reaper and more each month or year the game will have a event that you have a 4 player team and add new characters I wish the game have a story mode and I hope there a netfilx original series going to be based around the gameThis game is awesome you can play so many good online modes like quick play and also the Arcade games this game so many good characters to play like solder 76,trancer,Reaper and more each month or year the game will have a event that you have a 4 player team and add new characters I wish the game have a story mode and I hope there a netfilx original series going to be based around the game also there comic books and animated shorts to uncover the origins of the characters you can watch the animated shorts on YouTube but the comic books you can a graphic novel version of it online or any book shop also the game have fantastic alternative skin for your characters you going to play as.… Expand
  80. LiamWilsonIsMe
    Oct 13, 2017
    8
    First off, this review is in heavy contrast to many of other user based critiques of Overwatch on Metacritic as they now outdated, released over a year ago shortly after the game’s Beta and initial release. My critical analysis of Blizzard’s ‘Overwatch’ is based on my own time playing Overwatch, clocking up to around 8 months now; giving it a fresher, more up to date review of the FPS.First off, this review is in heavy contrast to many of other user based critiques of Overwatch on Metacritic as they now outdated, released over a year ago shortly after the game’s Beta and initial release. My critical analysis of Blizzard’s ‘Overwatch’ is based on my own time playing Overwatch, clocking up to around 8 months now; giving it a fresher, more up to date review of the FPS.
    Having garnered over 500 hours on Overwatch’s competitive mode alone, I can securely say the balancing previously mentioned in other reviews as ‘clearly unbalanced’ is no longer the case and Blizzard have tweaked every Hero in order for a change in gameplay or generalised balance that makes the game fairer and more viable for everyone’s playstyle.
    Despite the surprisingly limited number of game modes and maps, I still find every game of Overwatch fun as I’m always matched with new people who have different play styles, keeping me on edge to play good in every game. I will give an explanation of each of the three main categories of the game are; Quick Play, Arcade and Competitive:
    Quick Play – A ‘normal’ game of Overwatch with no specific skill ranking, only level based match making which essentially means nothing, only how many hours you’ve spent on any of the three categories. Extremely useful during the start of me playing overwatch as I was not punished, via rank, for being so bad. Giving me a place to learn new characters and also alongside other newbies so I wasn’t completely decimated by obviously more skilful players. However as the ranks go up, particularly in my experience around the ‘first star’ (level 100) the players you match with who are of similar level become less and less interested and determined to win as before, more frequent mid-game dropouts, people who are testing a new hero out and other minor things that essentially put me off playing quick play solo. In contrast however, playing quick play with friends is a lot more fun as you are also matched with people in teams, making it a lot more enjoyable personally. Overall, quick play is a great learning curve that diminishes it’s playability the higher level you progress.

    Arcade – Seasonal events all year round that are fun and new for players to have a different kind of game. Overall, the arcade offers mediocre alternative supplements for a bored player however is used for player testing of new maps, after being tested first on the PTS on PC, which is a lot of fun to experience a completely new map; a rarity in Overwatch due to the seriously stalled map releases throughout the years. I feel as though the whole Arcade mode is deserving of being on the main screen however seriously lacking in creativeness throughout most of the year, take Rocket League for example, their ‘Rocket Labs’ can be linked to Overwatch’s Arcade mode as new things are tested by the public and based on feedback released. The only major difference being game modes in Overwatch’s Arcade are almost never seen again once they leave, maybe having a saved game mode list where players can play any pre-released game mode on a privately hosted lobby would be a better alternative.

    Competitive – A much more serious game mode for the more in tune players who want a very different game style as in quick play because everyone wants to win! Overwatch’s competitive ranking system drives you to keep playing as a team and win to gain level and increase your ranking, however still punishing you if your team loses. Despite what many biased, too personal, reviews say about the ranking system completely destroying your hard earned rank by 1 or more people in your team leaving prematurely, lagging out, or ‘throwing’, the way the ranking system works is based on your own personal player skill in every game. However it is gruellingly annoying when a player clearly has not tried in a game and resulted in a loss as you more commonly lose more SR from losses than gaining it from winning.
    Conclusively, I rate Overwatch a metacritic score of 8/10 and personal score of 82/100. Based off extensive personal play time across a long period of time, allowing me to experience different ‘waves’ of the Overwatch game itself and its community within it. I highly rate the competitive aspect of the game although it is heavily team dependant which can cause a lot of losses, doesn’t feel that great. Would defiantly recommend this game to anyone who finds it fun to learn and develop a range of different characters to perfection, playing either competitively or just for fun in arcade mode. Excellent game that does not deserve a lot of the negative reviews online, by users, and especially outdated reviews that comment on already addressed bugs or things that have been fixed.    … Expand
  81. mackenzie129
    Aug 23, 2017
    8
    Minus the Toxic community it isn't that bad actually. Good place to find new friends or group up with your IRL friends. The world could always use more heroes...
  82. ongon2000
    Aug 12, 2017
    8
    This game has become somewhat of a legend among the Arena based FPS games. though the game is not perfect in any means, and no game could be absolutely perfect, so remember this review and all other are opinions.

    At this point in the development of Overwatch, which I really enjoyed a few months cause its a fun game. but they are currently not focused on balancing character but instead    This game has become somewhat of a legend among the Arena based FPS games. though the game is not perfect in any means, and no game could be absolutely perfect, so remember this review and all other are opinions.

    At this point in the development of Overwatch, which I really enjoyed a few months cause its a fun game. but they are currently not focused on balancing character but instead on over-buffing the absolute hell out of all the characters. don't get me wrong here like I said before the game is a blast, but it is super hard to play for the long term cause gameplay gets bland and repetitive. For people looking for a nice "sit down and relax with my friend's" game then this is a great option.

    +great smooth gameplay
    +allot of hero's to pick from that are all unique and different
    +constant developer attention to community and feedback
    -very few modes for the abundance of maps the game provides
    -gameplay gets kind of bland and predictable after a few days of playing

    Overall: the game is a well made game in every right and its a fun game for casual play, but unless you are going to get super into, it its not a game that most would play for long term periods.    … Expand
  83. Michael_Stars_5
    Aug 11, 2017
    10
    I've thought about what I'm going to say very carefully, because after a year of playing every day, I finally know that Overwatch is the best shooter of all time. With amazing, interesting, beautifully designed characters and addictive, fun, captivating gameplay, Overwatch proves itself to be one of the best games ever made.
  84. PsychoBobCat
    Aug 4, 2017
    8
    Overall, Overwatch is the funnest, most expensive, uncompleted game on PS4. A co-op storymode is definitely deserved and a more diverse multiplayer would turn this entertaining rip-off into a Anime Destiny. Characters are great with the range of abilities you can combine along with ultimates which are so fun to play around with. Competitive is great to play when your not with 'toxic'Overall, Overwatch is the funnest, most expensive, uncompleted game on PS4. A co-op storymode is definitely deserved and a more diverse multiplayer would turn this entertaining rip-off into a Anime Destiny. Characters are great with the range of abilities you can combine along with ultimates which are so fun to play around with. Competitive is great to play when your not with 'toxic' players swearing down the mic but Quickplay and Arcade is where it's at. I would never give a $60 free game an 8/10, but its overwhelmingly fun. And, quote Reggie, if it's not fun, then what's the point?… Expand
  85. bennln
    Jul 23, 2017
    10
    Bought this game in January after spending months trying to ignore it. I have nearly 500 hours on it as of today. This game is extremely addictive but most importantly its fun. Its more fun than i have had in a video game in a long time. Overwatch is basically the accumulation of all the best features from fps games in the past 20 years.
  86. CanadianYeti
    Jul 17, 2017
    9
    Overwatch is the most fun I’ve had with a shooter since Splatoon came out. It’s true when they say no two matches are alike, because you never know what characters you’ll be up against, what the objective will be, or how your team will play.
  87. Razgrez11
    Jun 21, 2017
    8
    The game is great. People complaining clearly need to "Git Gud". The seasonal events add story as well as fresh content. New characters, maps and improvements keeps the game play from getting stale.

    For complains on having to buy it instead of free to play, remember this games content and add ons are all free. Most of the complains are not even problems because they didn't play long    The game is great. People complaining clearly need to "Git Gud". The seasonal events add story as well as fresh content. New characters, maps and improvements keeps the game play from getting stale.

    For complains on having to buy it instead of free to play, remember this games content and add ons are all free. Most of the complains are not even problems because they didn't play long enough.

    Only wish they included a button to report ps4 players. People a while back were using a glitch to win matches, but they patched it. Would have been nice to be able to report the people who were ruining the game. Hasn't been a issue since like last fall.    … Expand
  88. Mac2311
    Jun 20, 2017
    9
    This game really has eaten up a lot of my free time plus always good for a quick round when I got an extra 15 minutes to burn. I find it to be a lot of fun and so much to do! all the different game modes and different types of skins to unlock keep me coming back for more! at this point I've logged in around 300 hours roughly and will probably log in another 300 before I get tired of it.This game really has eaten up a lot of my free time plus always good for a quick round when I got an extra 15 minutes to burn. I find it to be a lot of fun and so much to do! all the different game modes and different types of skins to unlock keep me coming back for more! at this point I've logged in around 300 hours roughly and will probably log in another 300 before I get tired of it.

    For me the part I like is trying to improve in competitive. the only reason for me that I didn't give a 10/10 score is because the community is fairly toxic to the point I don't even bother with team chat anymore, I think Blizzard should be doing a better job of finding these people.    … Expand
  89. badgerryan19
    Jun 19, 2017
    9
    An addictive FPS game that will be played for years to come. With no sign of slowing down Blizzard has made the quintessential FPS game of this console generation. With all very unique characters and abilities. This will have you playing for hours.
  90. forlidrake
    Jun 2, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Game is just wow,recommended totally,graphics is amazing,characters are very good and maps are big and easy to walk through,game is easy and you should buy it!… Expand
  91. SuperDuck23
    May 28, 2017
    10
    Fast-paced, mechanically smart and just an all-round delight. It's an amazing achievement that every character in the game feels completely unique to play as while also having different effects to your overall team. Overwatch is simply the best competitive FPS that I have ever played.
  92. NimaParsa
    May 27, 2017
    10
    Overwatch a first person hero shooter game. Different abilities for different heroes which play various roles in game. This game designed only for competition & teamwork. You will like it by the time pass. More & more attractions by changing heroes. Good support from Blizzard. Brilliant servers, nice events, new items, new heroes, new skins & new game modes. Graphic engines works wonderfulOverwatch a first person hero shooter game. Different abilities for different heroes which play various roles in game. This game designed only for competition & teamwork. You will like it by the time pass. More & more attractions by changing heroes. Good support from Blizzard. Brilliant servers, nice events, new items, new heroes, new skins & new game modes. Graphic engines works wonderful 60fps without problem. With HDR update got better look, Very user friendly Menu, game mechanics & community. You'll pay 40-50$ but there will be not any wasting ad's. at last, GOOD JOB again Blizzard! this is the best first shooter hero game in the history till now.… Expand
  93. VozAlta
    May 17, 2017
    8
    Overwatch is that game which you can get back to and play casually whenever you want, or grind the hell out of and complete in online tournaments as hardcore as you'd want, the choice is all yours. It's a stylised and cartoonish take on shooters, but don't let that fool you, because it's insanely well-balanced (although of course there will always be opinions about such things) by aOverwatch is that game which you can get back to and play casually whenever you want, or grind the hell out of and complete in online tournaments as hardcore as you'd want, the choice is all yours. It's a stylised and cartoonish take on shooters, but don't let that fool you, because it's insanely well-balanced (although of course there will always be opinions about such things) by a scissors-rock-paper setup. At this point, however, it becomes quite clear that you'll get an advantage by playing with friends and utilise characters and their powers combined. Playing solo ain't always easy, but it's just as fun.
    A downside for me is that the game lacks campaign, this is pure online FPS, although Blizzard does update with seasonal events which have included campaign-like content. A huge plus-side though is that all the updates, whether it'd be new characters or new levels or other content, is 100% free of charge. You buy the game, and thats it. No DLC-buy:s needed. It's a great way to keep a community on par with each other and it's a great nod from Blizzard too, acknowledging that they understand the morale of when to charge for something and when not to. Overwatch is a great game to play, it's a joy to come back to again and again, alone or with friends.    … Expand
  94. victoralvarez
    May 14, 2017
    9
    Blizzard has created one of the most fun shooters probably since Cod 4: Modern Warfare. This game has a strong focus on team play which is a new idea for console gamers in the shooter genre, this can also be bad however due to many players not playing along with the team, typically resulting in a loss. The competitive is the heart of this game, while other game modes such as the arcade areBlizzard has created one of the most fun shooters probably since Cod 4: Modern Warfare. This game has a strong focus on team play which is a new idea for console gamers in the shooter genre, this can also be bad however due to many players not playing along with the team, typically resulting in a loss. The competitive is the heart of this game, while other game modes such as the arcade are not very well made, but that doesn't really matter since one will typically be playing either competitive or quick play. The other major issue for this game is character balancing. Blizzard has done a poor job at keeping characters balanced and not over powered, characters such as Bastion and Mei can usually be game ruiners if they are not on your team since they take little difficulty to play and are too strong when compared to more fair characters. Overall though, this is hands down the next big shooter on consoles and PCs because of its different ideas and characters.… Expand
  95. elreydelmambo04
    Apr 16, 2017
    10
    This game is very addictive it lacks some character but it is very addictive since it is activision blizzard and no blizzard entertainment official, my favorite character is ana
  96. ace_pilotson
    Apr 9, 2017
    8
    Overwatch is a crazy, colorful online shooter that is a lot of fun to play despite an apparent lack of depth to it. Sadly there is no single player campaign (even something short and simple like in Splatoon would have been welcome) but the amount of maps, characters and items to unlock game me plenty of hours of joy.
  97. GrumpyReviewer
    Apr 6, 2017
    8
    I absolutely LOVE this god forsaken game. It makes me mad, angry, frustrated but, somehow, it manages to keep bringing me back for more. Love the cast, the gameplay, the casual fun I get everyday. I absolutely HATE multiplayer games and I think Overwatch appeals to this audience as it clearly is not a typical FPS, but more of a team based experience, where goals are more important thanI absolutely LOVE this god forsaken game. It makes me mad, angry, frustrated but, somehow, it manages to keep bringing me back for more. Love the cast, the gameplay, the casual fun I get everyday. I absolutely HATE multiplayer games and I think Overwatch appeals to this audience as it clearly is not a typical FPS, but more of a team based experience, where goals are more important than kills. My biggest issue with the game is the weak lore, and lack of variety of maps, though the incredible cast of heroes compensate. It's a great game for all types of players. Lots of fun.… Expand
  98. KittyWhisky
    Apr 1, 2017
    8
    This game is just great! in open beta I fell in love with the game and spent 30 hours straight. But then I wondered "How long it will be interesting to play this game?".

    Overwatch is not a stupid clone of Team Fortress 2 as many thought. Overwatch is much more interesting, more colorful, it is much nicer to play. In Overwatch a large number of characters that will only grow. Each    This game is just great! in open beta I fell in love with the game and spent 30 hours straight. But then I wondered "How long it will be interesting to play this game?".

    Overwatch is not a stupid clone of Team Fortress 2 as many thought. Overwatch is much more interesting, more colorful, it is much nicer to play. In Overwatch a large number of characters that will only grow. Each character not similar to each other both appearance and gameplay. Fun to play for each character. Don't focus on one, try different characters for different gameplay (even the doctors are different). Yes, the game has gameplay similar to Team Fortress 2 (even some characters), but still it is distinctive. Overwatch can be called mobay, especially all the characters have their own special ultimate. Timely filed ultimate can change the course of the match (I will not say. that's good). You can even combine ultimate between characters of the team.

    The maps where we play as different. The design of the game is good, and the game itself looks great. Let some say that cartoony is the style of the game very well. Some cards, I think. there is a certain imbalance: some are easier to win for the defense, and the other for the defense.

    Overwatch refers to the type of games easy to play but hard to master. In this game, just need to have a full team. You are alone in this game will not do anything, how skilled you wouldn't be. This game decides the interaction between the team. Even if you'll play well, because teams still lose. For playing Overwatch you need to have a good team. Yeah, playing with random players is also possible, but will be less fun at times.

    So how long will be interesting to play this game? I played Overwatch in a little less than 200 hours and is tired of playing games. She no longer brings me joy. The problem with Overwatch is annoying (although I won't speak for everyone). In this game there is no plot, Yes, there is lore and wonderful videos on YouTube, but that doesn't count. Overwatch is a wonderful multiplayer game, the interest of which is purely individual - someone she will hold for long, some don't. I fell in love with these characters, but the gameplay is boring, and it is very annoying that this is purely a team game - sometimes because of his bad team, you just can't do anything and only have to suffer until the end of the round. In Overwatch a lot of random moments that I just hate. I played Overwatch in a little less than 200 hours, and she gave me so many emotions, and what you want.    … Expand
  99. davidplays3
    Mar 22, 2017
    9
    I really liked this game at first because its a game that everyone can play, you adapt really quick and get some friends and since its not that hard to play everyone can play good and do some teamplays, been playing like 100 hours and the only thing i complain about are the servers, sometimes they're too laggy i can't even play and my internet is fine i tried after playing a laggyI really liked this game at first because its a game that everyone can play, you adapt really quick and get some friends and since its not that hard to play everyone can play good and do some teamplays, been playing like 100 hours and the only thing i complain about are the servers, sometimes they're too laggy i can't even play and my internet is fine i tried after playing a laggy Overwatch playing Rocket League and Battlefield 1 and didn't experience a bit of lag… Expand
  100. t0mmyg
    Mar 19, 2017
    9
    Blizzard has crafted a fun, frantic team based online shooter that delivers the fun factor. Obviously drawing inspiration from Team Fortress, but far surpassing it in terms of polish and quality. Almost all of the heroes feel balanced, unique and full of personality which is they key point in a character based competitive game. There are many characters to fit whichever playstyle suits youBlizzard has crafted a fun, frantic team based online shooter that delivers the fun factor. Obviously drawing inspiration from Team Fortress, but far surpassing it in terms of polish and quality. Almost all of the heroes feel balanced, unique and full of personality which is they key point in a character based competitive game. There are many characters to fit whichever playstyle suits you best. It's vibrant, with great maps and the online runs well. Most of the time it puts you into matches of equally skilled opponents, which is the other main point to nail in a competitive game. One thing to note is that having a few friends in a team based game like this to play with on the regular vastly influences how much fun you'll have with this title. The other thing worth mentioning is that although this game will keep you busy for dozens of hours I wouldn't say it quite has the variety from match to match to keep me hooked like some previous blizzard greats, such as diablo 2, warcraft 3 or starcraft 2. I think that it has something to do with a lack of real progression and the loot boxes are sort of "Meh". Also having all of the cinematic content online and not incorporated into the game, feels a bit off. In the end this is an excellent competitive game and an interesting new IP for blizzard, that doesn't quite reach the full on legendary addiction of previous blizzard greats.… Expand
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Universal acclaim - based on 31 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 31
  3. Negative: 0 out of 31
  1. Games Master UK
    Jul 25, 2016
    94
    Simply the best multiplayer shooter to come along in years. Pure, joyous fun. [July 2016, p.74]
  2. Edge Magazine
    Jul 24, 2016
    90
    That the game hangs together visually is remarkable; that it should cohere so well in design terms, unfathomable. [Aug 2016, p.104]
  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jul 16, 2016
    90
    Blizzard's addictive and tactical team-based shooter is essential - the character-switching mechanic sweetens the genre. Group up with friends to avoid clueless carnage and enjoy the true game. [Aug 2016, p.82]
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