Overwatch (2016)

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6.4

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  1. mybisyou
    May 26, 2016
    6
    The Three Problems of OverWatch
    1.Where the hell am I.
    2.Who the **** shooting me.
    3.Where my ****ing teammates go.
    Obviously,i personally don't like this game.
  2. antonchigur
    May 24, 2016
    3
    Just another pretty and polished casual game made by Blizzard with very little depth, blizzard only makes casual games now. If this game was made by anyone else it wouldn't have been popular because it's just not a great game. Too casual, not a good long-term game.
  3. BrutallyHoness
    Jun 23, 2016
    0
    Very repetitive. Has microtransactions inside a triple A game (big no no) also very grindy when trying to get more loot boxes which almost forces you to buy microtransactions.
  4. Mrfox2010
    Feb 2, 2018
    0
    I get disconnected for a few seconds and get a suspension and my rank gets lowered i can understand this if you can not back on but if you can get back right away it should not effect you what a pile of garbage I will not buy or play any blizzard games for a long while. Sometimes I an just rejoin the match but punishing a play for a disconnection that is not their fault is a bad idea.
  5. Nowayder
    Jun 5, 2016
    0
    Overwatch suffers from some major problems. Foremost, the lag is horrendous. Servers operate at a tickrate of 20hz. This is slow. I want to like this game, I really do. but i cant...
  6. langbrpoegj
    May 25, 2016
    0
    Won't waste your money, the game has a lot connection problems and issues, i trying connect and cannot play the game and no one response on the board and technical support

    Don't buy THIS GAME!!
  7. Josherson
    Jun 2, 2016
    0
    Yeah, I'm a sack of **** This brand new game is $60. Way too much for a brand new game. What are you crazy? $60 for the standard version of the new game? That's stupid. Also no campaign. Every game has to have a story mode or it's not good. That's a fact. No Story, No Game. The gameplay was fun and the graphics are good. I just noted stuff I like about the game. But guess what? I'm stillYeah, I'm a sack of **** This brand new game is $60. Way too much for a brand new game. What are you crazy? $60 for the standard version of the new game? That's stupid. Also no campaign. Every game has to have a story mode or it's not good. That's a fact. No Story, No Game. The gameplay was fun and the graphics are good. I just noted stuff I like about the game. But guess what? I'm still going to give a 0/10. God I'm smart, everyone will find this review helpful, i just know it. - The person that tries to make a review like they're a critic, even though they're not.… Expand
  8. jugadorhardcore
    Mar 6, 2018
    0
    extremly overrated. This IS NOT a GOTY. It just a good game. The scoreds from the critic are a joke.
  9. Garcessist
    Jun 1, 2016
    7
    Played over 30 hours so far of this game over the past week and I have to say it is very addicting. The characters are a ton of fun to play and it truly makes you feel like you are a major contribution to every match no matter what character or role you are playing. Unfortunatly the game does suffer from being very repetitive. With 12 maps and really only 3 different game modes therePlayed over 30 hours so far of this game over the past week and I have to say it is very addicting. The characters are a ton of fun to play and it truly makes you feel like you are a major contribution to every match no matter what character or role you are playing. Unfortunatly the game does suffer from being very repetitive. With 12 maps and really only 3 different game modes there isn't much else in the game to do. Loot crates are a fun way to add more depth and value to the game the sad part is that you only receive them when you level. Most of the stuff contained in loot crates are garbage aside from the skins. It's obvious that they were just trying to find random things to fill in the crates and keep you on the hamster wheel. The better alternative would have been to have individual armor / skin pieces and allow you to mix and match parts so that you can really get creative and custom. It's an area where I think MOBA's and Hero shooters lack. Skins are nice but it's more fun to allow inter-skin / armor mix and matching would go a long way and then you can introduce new character armor and the loot boxes now have more value instead of getting a dumb spray paint or heroic entrance and stuff like that. Also it would be nice if they added a 3rd person perspective. With the beautiful character models it would be nice to be able to see your character in 3rd person not 1st person.… Expand
  10. HarleyQuinn2000
    Jul 21, 2019
    0
    Because they copy the game paladins that's all I have to say this game sucks ass can a woman never playing it again goodbye
  11. Mdragun
    Jun 2, 2016
    0
    For the amount of content that it offers, the game does not worth the price. Further, it still has some technical issues as high latency if you are from Asia, Latin America. I wonder how much blizzard coerce Critic Reviews to be favorable, really unbelievable that this game gets a 10/10
  12. JoshLuck1995
    May 24, 2016
    4
    Very let down by this, it got mighty boring within a hour, i dont feel there is any lasting appeal to keep me interested in the game. Oh well.........
  13. SNESStarter
    May 24, 2016
    0
    This game is FLAWLESS. I've never played a more polished launch title than Overwatch. Everything from the options down to the game play itself feels as though it's been in development for the last 15 years. There is easily 100+ hours of content in the base game, not including all the post-launch DLC which will be absolutely free.

    Devs, take notes from Blizzard. Overwatch is a smash hit!
  14. JenaPlisskenITA
    May 24, 2016
    6
    If I think about the game itself i can like it, if I see Blizzard behind it I was waiting much much better.
    Missing the story mode, FIX price (why no F2P?) and useless transaction to buy only some decorative stuff...
    I will play more but for me Blizzard is still something else
  15. fallouts
    May 26, 2016
    0
    Won't waste your money, the game has a lot connection problems and issues....plus what this game tries, battleborn does better in every area. Get that game instead. Also see my other reviews for helpful opinions. Hit like if you agree on those ones 2.
  16. stiglitzz
    Apr 3, 2017
    0
    It is absolutely impossible to perceive such a game design - seriously.
    Okay, so game design, but this cardboard animation and physics, just cry, that this game should be - f2p.
    People, are you serious? cybersport ? what ?
  17. AliSoboh
    Jul 19, 2016
    10
    best game on ps4 really enjoyed every minute of this game and it deserve the money i spent on this game
    #1 game on ps4 hype
    played around 100 hours on this game and still going for it
  18. gangstagamer100
    May 26, 2016
    0
    Play battleborn. This game has no content. Blizzard really let everone down. Its a sad game and really lack longevity more than anything. DO NOT PLAY
  19. OrionPax
    Sep 20, 2016
    0
    I just don't understand why there are always over level 60 players on the opposite team when i'm level 12 and my teammates are 20. Also skirmish system is so bad.
  20. Kajeybby
    Aug 8, 2016
    0
    Overhyped, overpriced, and the most disappointing waste of 60$ i have ever spent. I made an account JUST to leave this review, I detest it that much. Blizzard usually makes quality products, but this is surely just a simple money grab. Do not waste your time or money on this waste of space on your PS4. Fin.
  21. tdebug
    Jul 12, 2016
    0
    Yet another "universal acclaim" from critics and not even 6 from users, Pay2Win game. Unfortunately, Blizzard reputation is long time gone by now and this game won't help it. Lot's of cash for empty, solely multiplayer game, with "opportunity to pay" and so legally cheat on unbalanced gameplay.
    Not worth your money.
  22. Espiritus8
    Aug 8, 2016
    0
    Story (0/10) - there is none
    Soundtrack (2/10) - voice acting is silly, and childish, while the music is nothing memorable
    Gameplay (1/10) - heroes are unbalanced, there is zero reward for being a skilled player and zero punishment for trolling
    Graphics (2/10) - there are PS3 games that look better ( let's say The Last of Us)
  23. GentlemenSniper
    May 24, 2016
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I played Overwatch for a while now and i think this game is really overhyped.
    Overwatch is not a bad game but it has little variation in gameplay and modes.
    And when i played i noticed that most of the time i had to capture the hardpoint instead of defend it.
    that is why i gave Overwatch not such a high score.
    I think Battleborn is a better game with more variation    … Expand
  24. easy63
    Apr 2, 2018
    0
    Excellent game first 15 hours. After bothering the same maps. Very few heroes. There are no updates and new content. Each game is similar to the previous one. There is no balance. Waste of money.
  25. xswigertx
    Jun 22, 2016
    0
    Honestly i have put over 50 hours into this game and i love it. It's so much fun playing with your friends the only thing they can really make better is more maps and different game modes. Other then that it's a great game i highly recommend!
  26. Lhyyhh
    Feb 2, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. They turned what was a amazing game and the best FPS game on the market into a steaming cash grab with severely declining Export viewership, this is important because they sold out the games quality and their fanbase's experience for the overwatch league, role queue, hero pool, the reworking which is in truth the deletion and demolition of despised hero's that the Devs have a bias against or to entertain the bias of the community, have been demolished to the point where many hero's kits literally don't make sense gameplay wise, the games now a complete Trainwreck that isn't worth buying.

    Dxgshxt game development team and company, dxgshxt game.

    Avoid everything blizzard at all cost and don't buy anything from blizzard, ever.    … Expand
  27. pixelbacter
    Jun 7, 2016
    5
    After 30 hours game play, I think this game deserved 7, but -1 for ridiculous buggy PS4 achievements design, -1 for kid style art. I wonder this game is just designed for the kids rather than adults.
  28. 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
  29. ozorxoron
    Sep 1, 2016
    7
    Good game let down by the map Hanamura which is an unbalanced nightmare.

    Good game let down by the map Hanamura which is an unbalanced nightmare.

    Good game let down by the map Hanamura which is an unbalanced nightmare.
  30. 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
  31. BubaMan
    Oct 4, 2016
    7
    It's a fun game for a few hours but I don't get why Overwatch is so loved, past the 1st week...
    The character diversity is good but gameplay doesn't innovate much from any other 12-men-in-a-box format.
    Add the fact that there's no offline mode and it's looks like a very expensive proposition for a game with such a short lifespan. If you can pick up a physical copy cheap, have a go for    It's a fun game for a few hours but I don't get why Overwatch is so loved, past the 1st week...
    The character diversity is good but gameplay doesn't innovate much from any other 12-men-in-a-box format.
    Add the fact that there's no offline mode and it's looks like a very expensive proposition for a game with such a short lifespan.
    If you can pick up a physical copy cheap, have a go for yourself but don't buy digital because you'll likely trade it in shortly afterwards.    … Expand
  32. Kamarr
    Sep 22, 2018
    2
    It's sad this game lacks sooo much it's been 2 years and they've only added 7 characters since the start of the game barley any new content. I got this game to play it with my Girlfriend and I remember enjoying it back in the Beta but now I feel this game is just as bad as Destiny 2 in the idea of lack of content. Like wheres all the new maps and other new characters just a extremely lazyIt's sad this game lacks sooo much it's been 2 years and they've only added 7 characters since the start of the game barley any new content. I got this game to play it with my Girlfriend and I remember enjoying it back in the Beta but now I feel this game is just as bad as Destiny 2 in the idea of lack of content. Like wheres all the new maps and other new characters just a extremely lazy company and I used to love this company as they are behind World of Warcraft.

    Now lets talk about the player base 99% of them are idiots or they're in the age group of 6-12 and don't understand strategy. Let me give you a situation I'll be a tank with my whole team with me I initiate the fight low and behold my whole team ran off to hide somewhere with there thumbs up there asses not even close to the point that we need to capture or escort. Or we get people who insta-lock Widowmaker expecting to be a game changer and they completely suck as in 0 kills and 0 assists and 40 deaths.

    Now another issue they have is ranked and I shouldn't get to much into this but lets say last season you placed gold. The next season comes around you do your placements and win every single one guess what rank you are oh right your gold! Cause there MMR system for placements are so abysmal that it actually ruins the game the only ranking system that does this. In any game I've ever played.

    Kinda sad when a Free2play game (Paladins) has more content than a triple A game made by a billion dollar company.    … Expand
  33. squodge
    Jun 21, 2016
    9
    I've put in 10 hours into the game so far, and I'm still enjoying it. The girlfriend loves it too.

    I don't really get the negativity on here - people are reviewing it, complaining that it has no single player campaign, yet the publisher and developers never suggested it was anything other than online multiplayer only. People should be reviewing the game for what it is. Others are    I've put in 10 hours into the game so far, and I'm still enjoying it. The girlfriend loves it too.

    I don't really get the negativity on here - people are reviewing it, complaining that it has no single player campaign, yet the publisher and developers never suggested it was anything other than online multiplayer only. People should be reviewing the game for what it is.

    Others are complaining about the lack of gaming modes... yet when I go on Call of Duty, about 99% of gamers are playing Team Deathmatch, Domination, Hardpoint. Adding more modes to Overwatch wouldn't necessarily make it a better game.

    There 21 characters to choose from, which is 12 more than the number of specialists available in Black Ops III (if you don't count Blackjack who has to be earned from contracts). All 21 characters play very differently - no one can seriously suggest that you can pick any two characters and "they're exactly the same". Sure - try McCree for one game, then change to Reinhardt - and tell me they feel the same.

    Blizzard has promised free DLC in the future, DLC meaning maps and characters. So I wonder why people are calling this a F2P or Pay 2 Win game? You can buy credits for the game, but all they can be used for is to unlock skins and themes (much like Black Ops III). It is most definitely not a F2P or Pay 2 Win game - you pay for the game, and you get the whole game.

    And yet others are complaining that the game is expensive... the same complainers are probably happy to sink far more money into the countless FIFA games which, to be honest, are just rehashed versions of the previous year's game. When you play a FIFA/PES game, do you complain that "there aren't enough maps or game modes"? Why do I have to kick a football about in every game? Some people really ought to re-read what they've written about Overwatch before complaining.

    Then there's the complaint that there's "not enough depth" in the story. Sure, COD has lots of depth lol. And what about FIFA? A bunch of men kicking a football around - lots of story there. And Bloodborne... great game, but the story is practically non-existent.

    Last but not least, some people are complaining that the game looks cartoony or childish. Yet I've not heard that said about games like Ratchet & Clank (which looks cartoony and childish), and countless other games. I get the feeling haters just want to hate.

    Overwatch has a lot of great humour, and there's a lot of attention to detail in the game. The game relies on solid teamwork much more so than other FPS's, and that's where this game can shine above others. If you have not already tried the game, find a friend who can shareplay with you for an hour or two - quite likely you'll be hooked. Hours will pass when you swear it's just mere few minutes. That's the definition of a great game - something that you keep pouring hours into, yet it doesn't feel like you've played for more than half an hour.

    Personally I'm glad that Blizzard decided not to make the game F2P (with microtransactions), as that would've just made it Pay 2 Win. The usual people who complain about the cost of the game are probably the same people who happily sink dollars/pounds into McDonalds "meals" every day. I paid US$40, which is peanuts considering the girlfriend and I have already sunk 20 hours into the game between us, and her son has added another 20 hours on top. $1 an hour (up to now) is extremely cheap entertainment... and we're still playing.    … Expand
  34. 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.
  35. RodSal
    Jul 26, 2016
    7
    Game is fun and have really simple mechanics. BUT i would not buy the full price on it. I did and i regret it. Its clear an unfinished game, with a few maps and poor objectives to conquer. Some times its become a mess with so many heroes and ultimates in a same place.

    Wait for the price drop and some extra content. Unless you have all your friends playing on it for the competitive mode.
  36. Tricermatt
    Jun 21, 2016
    8
    This game is incredibly fun and well polished.
    Easy to learn yet a lot of depth
    free characters and maps are coming (currently there are 12 maps i believe)
  37. pooloo
    Jul 24, 2016
    10
    FPS focused on team objectives. Definitely NOT like most other shooters. Super fun in groups, boring to play solo. If they keep adding characters and maps I won't really ever get bored of it.
  38. Dreamcast
    Jun 4, 2016
    10
    I'd like to preface this with two facts; I'm not normally a fan of competitive shooters, and I picked up Overwatch with the expectation that it would hold my attention all of one weekend. I've never been so happy to be wrong.
    Overwatch is not a twitch shooter like Call of Duty, nor is it a grind-worthy DOTA clone like Battleborn. Instead it takes the best of both worlds to make an    I'd like to preface this with two facts; I'm not normally a fan of competitive shooters, and I picked up Overwatch with the expectation that it would hold my attention all of one weekend. I've never been so happy to be wrong.
    Overwatch is not a twitch shooter like Call of Duty, nor is it a grind-worthy DOTA clone like Battleborn. Instead it takes the best of both worlds to make an amazing team based shooter with enough content to remain fresh for months. Each of the 21 characters has been carefully crafted to offer a unique but balanced style of play, and with a dozen objective based maps there is an infinite number of team builds and strategies to play with.
    Many negative reviews I've seen complain that there is no story or that the gameplay is simple and repetitive, but this is simply not true. Overwatch is chalked full of story, but nearly all of it is lore. Nearly 80 hours in I'm still catching new voice lines and interactions that expand upon the characters and their relationships to one another. These kinds of small nuances are also part of what keeps the gameplay so fresh. Being killed when the enemy deflects your sniper round or is sometimes even more fun than making the shot because you know you just witnessed either a miracle or a monster. Even the smallest details can make a difference; not only can D.Va combine her self-destruct and rocket booster abilities to make a devastating missile she is also able to activate it during the fraction of a second it takes her to eject after reaching 0 health, which can create some unexpected openings.
    At it's heart Overwatch feels more like Smash Brothers than anything else. Tons of unique and fun characters with simple and addictive gameplay governed by an incredibly intricate and well thought out engine. Even if squad based shooters isn't your thing give it a chance, you might just fall in love.    … Expand
  39. FunkyMonk31
    Jun 5, 2016
    10
    --------======WARNING; LENGTHY REVIEW=======--------

    Firstly, this game isn't good because of its flashy visuals or whatever people care about these days. Over also isn't a Team Fortress 2 clone as some would lead you to believe. Overwatch is something, different yet familiar. It combines the fast-paced style of a multiplayer FPS with a very team and character based aspect. There is a    --------======WARNING; LENGTHY REVIEW=======--------

    Firstly, this game isn't good because of its flashy visuals or whatever people care about these days. Over also isn't a Team Fortress 2 clone as some would lead you to believe. Overwatch is something, different yet familiar. It combines the fast-paced style of a multiplayer FPS with a very team and character based aspect. There is a strong emphasis in the game of making the ultimate team to counter the enemy. Making a whole team of the most powerful character won't win you the game, making a balanced team the counters the opposition well will win. The other thing about this game is the diverse roster of characters to choose from. The lovable ape Winston and the tough woman Zarya are both classified as tanks but they couldn't play more different. With 21 characters in the game, each with their own backstory and special abilities, there is more than enough choice to build your squad.
    One more point. This game is NOT a mindless copy of Battleborn OR TF2. Both play very differently to Overwatch and honestly, Overwatch is a lot better then those games.
    Don't be afraid of the micro transactions in this game. There are absolutely no items in the game whatsoever that can give you a feasible in game benefit, no matter how much money to pump into this thing. The micro transactions are for loot boxes, containing cosmetic items. You get one loot box per level up, so buying these isn't the only way to get that Spirit of: 76 skin you want. The reason these micro transactions exist is because, to quote TotalBiscuit, so that people with more money then time don't get locked out of any content. If you don't have time to grind you can still get the normal level-up loot. In a game such as Call of Duty people that play more have more guns, and an advantage over people like me that don't play much. Overwatch's micro transactions are there so people aren't locked out of any content, even if it doesn't help in the game.
    Verdict: Don't listen to the negative reviews, they don't know what they're talking about. This game is a fun experience with solid gameplay, stunning visuals and a great play style with diverse characters and team-building.
    10/10    … Expand
  40. Crimekiwi
    Jun 18, 2016
    9
    Okay, so I have never reviewed a game on metacritic, but I have some bones to pick with a few of the negative reviews. While some qualms are understandable, such as a need for competitive mode or the fact that leveling only earns you skins, most of them are wrongly applied to this game, giving it an unfair score. As a Splatoon fan and a newcomer to online arenas, here are my thoughts.Okay, so I have never reviewed a game on metacritic, but I have some bones to pick with a few of the negative reviews. While some qualms are understandable, such as a need for competitive mode or the fact that leveling only earns you skins, most of them are wrongly applied to this game, giving it an unfair score. As a Splatoon fan and a newcomer to online arenas, here are my thoughts.

    1. The game is incomplete but full-priced. So was Spatoon upon release, which was also full-priced, but the dlc is all free. In months, it will have so much more. I think that it's reasonable to release Overwatch with just a few free-form multiplayer modes. Get the feel for the game now, why go into competitive when you just started playing anyway? Not everyone played beta. It's only been out for a month or so, it's to be expected that a game is lacking in content when we live in an age where patches and updates are a click away. And free.

    2. There is no campaign.... But not every game needs a campaign. While Splatoon's campaign served essentially as training, being boring and easy, I don't think that Overwatch needs one, nor would a campaign even seem useful in any way. There are training and pve modes that supersede what the campaign would be for, so what's the deal? This game is meant for online play, just like Splatoon. It could use more modes, but remember, it JUST came out. Games these days are never released complete. They improve over time and the developers do it on purpose to not only acquaint people with the vanilla first, but to keep things fresh while they add to it. If, let's say, Lucio wasn't vanilla and was a dlc character, you'd better believe that I would be more excited about him. That's the point of what they're doing. Some may argue that it's a cop-out, withholding what should've been in the main game to begin with, but if it's free, that's literally just whining.

    3. Somebody thinks the game is imbalanced? This one I don't understand. You can change characters essentially at will, specifically to counter other characters. Anybody who says that this game is imbalanced is just a rage quitter and hasn't learned which characters counter which. I'm a girl who plays Nintendo games normally like Animal Crossing, so if I can be good at Overwatch, anyone can be. In fact, I think that the balancing is one of this game's greatest highlights.

    So, if you haven't guessed, Splatoon is my favorite game. If Splatoon is a 10/10, Overwatch would be an 8/10. My only qualms would be the way the overtime system works (make it like Splatoon, duh) and that mean-spirited, insanely harsh and unreasonable 75% exp penalty they give you if you so much as see what medals you've earned. They don't give you enough time to leave the match without claiming you 'disconnected', and the idle time is also extremely harsh. Once these things are fixed, this game will be a 10/10. I give Overwatch a 9/10 because it's one of the few games on the market that I find fun (at all, that deserves credit), it's very imaginative and fresh, and although it's no Splatoon or Ocarina of Time, I think that its deserving of its hype, not just a fanboy circle-jerk. Take that from a person who doesn't like WOW.    … Expand
  41. Judge-Thanatos
    Jun 21, 2016
    5
    Graphically speaking great to look at, frame rate is good too. Plenty of characters to choose from, very diverse from one another. It does not have a campaign feature and the introductory modes are not that many. I have invested some hours into it; not a lot to do to be honest. No reason to play after a while apart from stylistic character changes. Not bad but not good either. Average atGraphically speaking great to look at, frame rate is good too. Plenty of characters to choose from, very diverse from one another. It does not have a campaign feature and the introductory modes are not that many. I have invested some hours into it; not a lot to do to be honest. No reason to play after a while apart from stylistic character changes. Not bad but not good either. Average at best. Expected something better from Blizzard.… Expand
  42. protoo
    Jun 22, 2016
    6
    Esports? don't think so, this game is made it for kids its so unbalanced and easy to play...
    my 8 years old son can get 30-40 kills every match only with turrets xD

    And $60 for this game is way overpriced
  43. TookieReview
    Sep 13, 2016
    8
    Overall I would have written Overwatch off as any other FPS game with a heavy theme for color and charm, but beyond that it's also a good model for a game that doesn't carry a single player and yet is still filled with enough content and promises for the future that it turns out to be an overall great experience. With a cast of diverse characters, constant new content in skins, maps, andOverall I would have written Overwatch off as any other FPS game with a heavy theme for color and charm, but beyond that it's also a good model for a game that doesn't carry a single player and yet is still filled with enough content and promises for the future that it turns out to be an overall great experience. With a cast of diverse characters, constant new content in skins, maps, and characters. And with other forms of media keeping the universes lore alive and rich, Overwatch is the first FPS I've enjoyed this much since the original Black Ops first hit the shelves when I was a wee lad.… Expand
  44. superxcereal
    Jun 28, 2016
    6
    i would give it a full 10 if it had a story line! this game i played in beta almost everyday and then i bought it when it came out expecting a sick story to go with b/c obviously it has the greatest potential ever to be an rpg and i would say on final fantasy levels. they seem like characters you can connect with and cry for and almost feel like they are real. when i bought it and realizedi would give it a full 10 if it had a story line! this game i played in beta almost everyday and then i bought it when it came out expecting a sick story to go with b/c obviously it has the greatest potential ever to be an rpg and i would say on final fantasy levels. they seem like characters you can connect with and cry for and almost feel like they are real. when i bought it and realized my dreams were shattered i called for a refund b/c only being able to play multiplayer with people who dont even want to work as a team was heartbreaking to say the least. i loved the whole concept i still do, i just wish they werent so money hungry. im not paying 60$ to play multi-player all day and not even getting loot boxes for incentive, but having to pay for the cool things i want for the player i want. lets just say i bought three out of date games from years ago and had fun whilst only spending 40$, waiting for it to be cheaper, its so good im sure everyone will still be playing… Expand
  45. omfg_robots
    Jul 5, 2016
    10
    Overwatch is a game that should be polarizing in the gaming community; it takes away the customization that so many FPS players live off of and substitutes 16 uniquely different but VERY well put together characters in the vain of Team Fortress (with serious differences from TF). There are no bad characters in the game, only bad players.

    For someone looking to frantically customize    Overwatch is a game that should be polarizing in the gaming community; it takes away the customization that so many FPS players live off of and substitutes 16 uniquely different but VERY well put together characters in the vain of Team Fortress (with serious differences from TF). There are no bad characters in the game, only bad players.

    For someone looking to frantically customize their weapons, play against rogue players who don't care about teamwork, and maintain that "manly aesthetic" that comes with most FPS, you'll be out of luck. Instead of sticking to the mold, Blizzard put together what is probably the best team-based FPS of all time. With a good balanced team, you can have some of the most fun experiences that you can get from gaming.

    Seems like the people hating on the game are pretty bad at the whole concept of team play, and that's great because Call of Duty needs more 10 year olds!    … Expand
  46. pipebre
    Jul 23, 2016
    10
    This is a hero-shooter game with the simple purpose of being fun, addictive and beautiful. It's what I expected and it's what I got.

    I think it has 2 ways of being played: 1.- only playing 2.- consuming all the artistic content that the game offers and... playing. If you do only " 1 " you will feel lack of content and depth. If you want to do it by the " 2nd way" , I think it    This is a hero-shooter game with the simple purpose of being fun, addictive and beautiful. It's what I expected and it's what I got.

    I think it has 2 ways of being played:
    1.- only playing
    2.- consuming all the artistic content that the game offers and... playing.

    If you do only " 1 " you will feel lack of content and depth. If you want to do it by the " 2nd way" , I think it makes it a more enjoyable game. It depends on you if you want to invest your time or not.

    The heavy weighted Blizzard company, has created a world, a multi platform experience. It is primarily a game, but it has a free access comics and beautiful short movies that makes you get emotionally compromised with the characters. This adds a very fun and pleasant way to explain the character's background. If you like arts, movies and shooters, immerse yourself in the world and you will not be disappointed. All the components are very dedicated in terms of maximum professionalism and quality. Art direction, extremely balanced gameplay, sounds and music, animations, level design etc...

    If your going to buy this game you must be prepared for: no campaign, a lot of colors, a lot of abilities and super high speed battles.

    However if it's your kind of game or not, I can perceive that it has so much dedication and love, that is inspirational for all small and medium video game developers. I think it's a very refreshing game to this generation, conscious of the needs of the modern players.

    For me, it's a very good example of how a video game should be done.

    I can't wait for the upcoming updates of the game.    … Expand
  47. Belphygorr
    Aug 15, 2016
    10
    The first Blizzard game I have really played properly and it was more than enough to turn me into a lifelong Blizzard fan. The gameplay and the attention to detail, the characters, the community, everything about this game is polished to the max.

    I am not a fan of PvP shooters, the only other shooter I really liked playing was the original CoD, but Overwatch is just plain fun. There is    The first Blizzard game I have really played properly and it was more than enough to turn me into a lifelong Blizzard fan. The gameplay and the attention to detail, the characters, the community, everything about this game is polished to the max.

    I am not a fan of PvP shooters, the only other shooter I really liked playing was the original CoD, but Overwatch is just plain fun. There is a hero for everyone, for every occasion. The ability to change heroes mid game is just plain awesome, and makes for really interesting match-ups.

    For the people saying it lacks content, I would say that quality over quantity is always better and the game is not that short, there are frequent updates and seeing as it's Blizzard, the updates should keep on coming for a while.

    So give this game a shot and I'm sure you won't regret it, afterall the World could always use more Heroes!    … Expand
  48. XxJoseManuelxX
    Aug 16, 2016
    5
    Overwatch is a multiplayer first-person shooter video game developed and published by Blizzard Entertainment.

    + Fun
    + Good Characters Design
    - Few Modes
    - Should Not Be Cost 60 Dollars
  49. LonixoESP
    Sep 15, 2016
    9
    Great game............................................................................................................................................
  50. chrisredfi
    Sep 20, 2016
    8
    So...Overwatch. Simply put, it is an extremely addictive game. Combining FPS with MOBA elements is a very exciting touch to the generic shooter genre. The core of the game is heavily dependent on TEAMWORK. Without teamwork, goodluck winning any game whatsoever and it's not going to be fun. In short, this game is brilliant and a lot of fun. Some people feel like 40-60$ is too high a priceSo...Overwatch. Simply put, it is an extremely addictive game. Combining FPS with MOBA elements is a very exciting touch to the generic shooter genre. The core of the game is heavily dependent on TEAMWORK. Without teamwork, goodluck winning any game whatsoever and it's not going to be fun. In short, this game is brilliant and a lot of fun. Some people feel like 40-60$ is too high a price to pay for such a game. However, if you think about it as an online experience without ANY cheaters whatsoever, which most online games lack, then 40$ isn't so bad a price.… Expand
  51. TatsMcGee
    Sep 8, 2018
    7
    What Kind of Adventure?

    Its not a really an adventure game, its a First Person online Shooter. Was it fun? Yes, I am having an absolute ball playing this game. Are there any similar games? I just played Battleborn and its a lot like that but better. Favorite Character? I’m liking 3 characters, D. Va, Torbjorn and Lucio. Favorite Map? The Temple of Anubis is my    What Kind of Adventure?

    Its not a really an adventure game, its a First Person online Shooter.

    Was it fun?

    Yes, I am having an absolute ball playing this game.

    Are there any similar games?

    I just played Battleborn and its a lot like that but better.

    Favorite Character?

    I’m liking 3 characters, D. Va, Torbjorn and Lucio.

    Favorite Map?

    The Temple of Anubis is my favorite map to play on, especially defending. I don’t know what it is, but I really enjoy defending an area or territory.

    Would you play it again?

    Yes, I plan on playing this game a lot for the remainder of the year.

    Any Complaints?

    I wouldn’t mind a little bit more of a single player experience but its alright that its all a mutliplayer online game.

    How many hours did you play it?

    I have played 12 hours so far and I certainly plan on playing a lot more than that.    … Expand
  52. SonicClancy
    Oct 19, 2016
    9
    +Iconic, great, bursting characters
    +Versatile abilities
    +Excellent Map Design
    +Tactical depth

    -AI vs Player is the nothing
    -No select modes and private game

    Blizzard is the first multiplayer first-person shooter and becomes to perfectly idea, it will be one great multiplayer game of the history.
  53. coryinthehous25
    Nov 24, 2016
    10
    The best anti-war game I've ever played. This game is a breathtaking experience as blizzard strikes up a game again. idk what im talking about xd Gabe the Dog.
  54. McWobbleston
    Dec 13, 2016
    9
    This is my first time leaving a review, I decided to do so because I thought it was a bit silly that this game had a 6.1 user average. As someone who had gotten bored of most video games for years, Overwatch finally brought me back and I've logged close to 300 hours over the past half year.

    The important thing to note: This is a PvP game. There is no campaign or anything of that sort.    This is my first time leaving a review, I decided to do so because I thought it was a bit silly that this game had a 6.1 user average. As someone who had gotten bored of most video games for years, Overwatch finally brought me back and I've logged close to 300 hours over the past half year.

    The important thing to note: This is a PvP game. There is no campaign or anything of that sort. If you're not into online competitive games, you likely won't get as much out of this game as others. That said:

    I was introduced to Overwatch by a friend who described it as TF2, but better, and while I was skeptical they were completely right. With four classes and 23 heroes (and more to come), each with their own unique aesthetic, abilities, and gameplay that all stand out, there is quite a bit of depth in that regard. Whether you want to be a massive hammer swinging german tank that protects their teammates, a roller blading aura caster that can ride on walls, a sharpshooting cowboy, or an adorable climate scientist that freezes your opponents, this game has a plethora of roles to fill. All of the maps are beautiful, memorable, and generally well designed. The catch being there are only 4 (technically 5) regular game modes (Capture Point, King of the Hill, Payload, 1v1/3v3 Elimination, and Capture Point / Payload hybrids), with each map having a specific game mode. Although, there have also been limited time holiday modes and brawls (such as Lucioball and Dr. Junkensteins Revenge) with more to come in the future. The upside to this is that Blizzard is extremely attentive to the community, regularly updates / tunes heroes to be more balanced or in line with their vision, and has stated they are actively seeking out new modes to implement. Since launch they have already added two new heroes, two maps (one with a new game mode), three holiday events, and another map just around the corner (all for free).

    One of the aspects I love most about this game is that teamwork is paramount, easily trumping individual skill. I had long been tired of games like Halo and Call of Duty where it is largely a chaotic fest of people running and gunning without a care to what their teammates are up to. With the hero designs, ultimate abilities, and structure of maps, it is far more important to focus on coordinating pushes and defenses with your teammates than having Godlike aim. If you try to run around as a lone wolf, you will get shut down by those who have learned to stick together and synergize.

    Overall it is an amazing game if you like team oriented and competitive multiplayer, even if you haven't traditionally been a fan of shooters (with the diverse character designs, you may not find even yourself using a gun all that much). If online multiplayer isn't your thing however, you may find the $60 or $40 price tag hard to justify.    … Expand
  55. MachineMan1992
    Mar 27, 2017
    5
    Okay, the core gameplay is good, now how about some actual FREAKING CONTENT!?

    There's no single player, only two modes of multiplayer, and micro-transactions to milk your poor chafed wallet even more. And to add insult to injury, it uses RNG loot boxes rather than letting buy what you want. And At $40 minimum, it becomes apparent that this is less a game and more like a mechanism to    Okay, the core gameplay is good, now how about some actual FREAKING CONTENT!?

    There's no single player, only two modes of multiplayer, and micro-transactions to milk your poor chafed wallet even more. And to add insult to injury, it uses RNG loot boxes rather than letting buy what you want. And At $40 minimum, it becomes apparent that this is less a game and more like a mechanism to vacuum more filthy lucre from anyone foolish enough to play.

    Not helping matters is how the actual gameplay itself has the depth of a dixie cup, and some characters are unforgivably broken i.e. Bastion, who's minigun spam shames even Legion from Titanfall 2. Spawn camping is a major issue, as the defending team can park themselves outside the attackers' front door for a savage ROFL stomping.

    The feel of the game is alright I guess, but half the controller is under-utilized. The whole game just gets boring so fast; it's slow and quiet, and the weapons and attacks lack any impact or feedback. None of the heroes are satisfying to play, exacerbated by the stupidly long respawns and long walks back to the objective (god help you if you're playing one of the slower, tank-y characters). The fact that almost none of the attacks are hitscan is nice, but again, have all the impact of a nerf gun.

    As for the characters themselves, while the artwork is very good, none of the characters move beyond broad stereotype. With no villains or villainous factions, can you really call these people heroes?

    This game doesn't deserve even an eighth of the hype it received, and ignore the slavering hordes of fans who will accuse you hating the game for not being Team Fortress 2.    … Expand
  56. 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.
  57. 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
  58. 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
  59. 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
  60. 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
  61. DioXGaming
    Nov 30, 2017
    5
    This game is awesome with an impressive story line and beautiful contents until toxic players who didn't slept for 24 hours started talking trash in mic unto you after reaching level 10. Some people creates a group and now we see what Overwatch players are made of, a bunch of feminist, trash-talking, anti-propaganda againts other players and people who insults you like an immature brat butThis game is awesome with an impressive story line and beautiful contents until toxic players who didn't slept for 24 hours started talking trash in mic unto you after reaching level 10. Some people creates a group and now we see what Overwatch players are made of, a bunch of feminist, trash-talking, anti-propaganda againts other players and people who insults you like an immature brat but talks retarded-dumb swearing and cussing when he/she speaking in mic. The Overwatch fangroup are made out of PC gamers and TV box players which the PS4 or Xbox players are the most toxic ones ruining the game but the gameplay is still the same which looks the same but easy.… Expand
  62. 6oni
    Oct 14, 2018
    3
    a nonsense of biblical proportions nd goty wiz d cast of leagueoflegends trying shot to d intellignc of d people
  63. 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
  64. BaBka_YaGGa
    Aug 28, 2021
    1
    Blizzard переименовали Маккри, игра плохая, как и сама компания, той blizzard больше нет, желаю быстрее им утонуть.
  65. 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
  66. Mongojuice
    May 22, 2022
    5
    Poor balancing, stale meta & disgusting business ethics. Blizzard’s fall from grace is undeniable.
  67. robinzvak
    Jul 8, 2016
    9
    Best MP game on console what i played. Blizzard are master piece creators. i have no problem with full price for only MP game, but i I hope into a no extra coast for updates in future,
  68. cylentstorm
    Jun 11, 2017
    6
    High production values do little to differentiate this formulaic MOBA from the dozens of very similar titles in an overcrowded niche genre that are very clearly intended for those with limited time and/or short attention spans. If you're a fan of, or curious about these "battle arenas," then it may be worth checking out. The rest of you can skip Overwatch, then move along to greenerHigh production values do little to differentiate this formulaic MOBA from the dozens of very similar titles in an overcrowded niche genre that are very clearly intended for those with limited time and/or short attention spans. If you're a fan of, or curious about these "battle arenas," then it may be worth checking out. The rest of you can skip Overwatch, then move along to greener pastures; safe in the knowledge that you have missed nothing.… Expand
  69. sityoazzdown
    Nov 7, 2016
    8
    Easily the best new ip of this console generation by far in its lifecycle... Overwatch is a team based tactical first-person shooter which pits 6 V 6 players againgst each other in objective game modes, which consists of protecting/ take over a base and escorting a "robot" to its destination. What makes overwatch unique is that it consists of 21 unique characters who all have differentEasily the best new ip of this console generation by far in its lifecycle... Overwatch is a team based tactical first-person shooter which pits 6 V 6 players againgst each other in objective game modes, which consists of protecting/ take over a base and escorting a "robot" to its destination. What makes overwatch unique is that it consists of 21 unique characters who all have different weapons and special abilities. Overwatch basically takes every cool element in video games (teleportation, grappling hooks, wall running, etc) and puts them in a pot and shares them equally with every unique character; and characters are surprisingly very balanced, you'll wish they just had one different power so they'll be perfect. It's mostly a spamfest of special abilities, and I enjoy it. The only and I say this with an exclamation point..downfall of overwatch is the lack of game modes, a lack of playlist, and even a lack of a deathmatch. There are literally two-three game modes in this game (listed above), and I'm shocked there are no deathmatch.. sometimes I just want to kick back and kill stuff and you know? Shame, this game is an high 8 to me, but could easily be a 9+ if given more game modes and an actual playlist. Buy this game if you like multiplayers that depends on working together as a team, an arcadey shooter that focuses on your special abilities, and if you like the challenge of grinding to master a character to dominate your peers. Avoid this game if you can't stand "futuristic" fps shooters, and are looking for boots on the ground fps (like cod and battlefield). Also a big chance you'll hate this game if you plan on lone wolfing it/not working as a team. If all you do in these games is run and gun, you will die A LOT.… Expand
  70. Skydog
    Apr 27, 2022
    0
    Game was good at launch, now the long wait times and forcing DPS to basically be locked behind such wait have killed any interest in the game. The whiners turned this game into a literally **** show. Not one ounce of it is good.

    PS. what was the point of queue if half your team still doesn't heal, tank, or even do DPS correctly? Seems like it was just a waste of development time to    Game was good at launch, now the long wait times and forcing DPS to basically be locked behind such wait have killed any interest in the game. The whiners turned this game into a literally **** show. Not one ounce of it is good.

    PS. what was the point of queue if half your team still doesn't heal, tank, or even do DPS correctly? Seems like it was just a waste of development time to please snowflakes. Let me guess... we are going to have a bunch of libtard-related characters here on out as well?    … Expand
  71. ignore78
    Dec 27, 2016
    6
    the most irritating things about this game that gives the game a much lower score is, every time you respawn you have to walk a long time before you get to the attack point or defence. and the respawn time takes too long. and when you get to the point and you die you have to walk all over again. Every character should have a little faster walk speed. or a sprint button like soldier 76. Andthe most irritating things about this game that gives the game a much lower score is, every time you respawn you have to walk a long time before you get to the attack point or defence. and the respawn time takes too long. and when you get to the point and you die you have to walk all over again. Every character should have a little faster walk speed. or a sprint button like soldier 76. And when you search for a match you will spawn in a fake match before the real map begins. What if i want to check my loot box in between. i think titan fall 2 is much better.… Expand
  72. chr1so
    Dec 27, 2017
    7
    A unique approach to fps games, with different characters bringing something totally different to the team. Really makes you think, in terms of strategy. The gunplay though, I just don't find it as satisfying as Destiny/COD/Battlefield. I get how it's very popular though, I just find the alternatives a bit more appealing.
  73. guitarguy001
    Aug 19, 2018
    5
    An extremely overrated game with plenty of crippling flaws for a type of player like myself.

    When it comes to gameplay, it's fine overall. I personally am not a fan of FPS, but there are fun moments with characters like Tracer and Bastion to me. I also like the design of most of the characters: McCree, Genji, Bastion, Sombra, there is plenty good here when it comes to the design of the    An extremely overrated game with plenty of crippling flaws for a type of player like myself.

    When it comes to gameplay, it's fine overall. I personally am not a fan of FPS, but there are fun moments with characters like Tracer and Bastion to me. I also like the design of most of the characters: McCree, Genji, Bastion, Sombra, there is plenty good here when it comes to the design of the characters.

    Then, there's everything else...

    Straight to the point, outside of the online mode, there is very little content and almost non-existent single player content. I love single player games and are my favorite games to play. Overwatch has plenty of material to have single player content but nope. Instead it's almost exclusively online and for someone like me, it has very limited replay-ability. If this game had something akin to a single player campaign, I would cut it some slack. Also, no local multiplayer mode. Whoever thought that a game like Overwatch should not have a local multiplayer should be demoted. This game would have been much better if it had local multiplayer.

    Overwatch's focus on strictly online really hurts the game by the lot. What if you don't have PS+, Xbox Live Gold or a good internet connection? And if you do get into a game, the online community isn't very helpful or encouraging as it has been quite notorious how bad or even cruel they can be. The game had to make up for people who do not want to play the game online but it doesn't and for people who are interested in the lore, they have to leave the game to get it's tidbits of lore. Leaving the game to understand it's lore and enrich it's universe is not good design.

    This is a really disappointing game and it baffles me how people can consider this to be 2016's Game of the Year or even one of the best games of all time when there are much better games out there deserving of both those titles.    … Expand
  74. DanteDX2011
    Jul 10, 2016
    8
    Is not perfect, but is very fun, and is going to receive new content in the future and free, i really recomend it, is offensive that much people only create account on metacritic only to give low verdict's to the games, for people like this, the people will not take the user's scores seriusly in the future.
  75. Feeder16
    Aug 15, 2016
    9
    Can't stop playing!

    Such a good game to play, its currently stopping me from playing any other game. Great in groups and also fun solo. Hoping its supported for months to come
  76. 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.
  77. Searth
    Nov 22, 2016
    9
    Overwatch... Yet another fantastic Blizzard game that i've sunk way more money and time into than I have sense.

    Overwatch is that special kind of game that suits many different sub genre of gamer and as many different skill levels to boot. From your FPS loving hardcore "Pr0" to your casual "i'll play a little after work" kinda guy. Combining the fast paced action of an FPS with    Overwatch... Yet another fantastic Blizzard game that i've sunk way more money and time into than I have sense.

    Overwatch is that special kind of game that suits many different sub genre of gamer and as many different skill levels to boot. From your FPS loving hardcore "Pr0" to your casual "i'll play a little after work" kinda guy.
    Combining the fast paced action of an FPS with moba-like un-lockables including skins, sprays and voice lines, there's a LOT to enjoy about Overwatch and very few things to fault it on.

    So let's talk gameplay.
    Overwatch as of writing this review has several game modes including Quick Match (6vs6, for your quick casual games), competitive (for your more stressful but more rewarding gaming needs), custom game, training and Arcade, which itself houses several OTHER game modes!. Since the game's original launch 2 new Hero's, multiple hero changes and the previously mentioned competitive mode and arcade mode were added, and there's plenty more to come as Overwatch continues to grow.

    Most Matches are played against teams of 6 players each side, where each player chooses from a roster of 23 (current number) hero's to do battle against each other. Each hero has their own unique play style, abilities and role so it's very important to choose which hero you think is best for your team, and dealing with the enemy. The great thing about Overwatch is that you can switch out your hero mid game! meaning there's endless possibilities and no match is ever the same.

    Let's talk a lil bit about competitive and the community though shall we?
    I've played competitive since it launched and am currently Diamond on the PS4 (rankings are Bronze - Silver - Gold - Platinum - Diamond - Master - Grand Master - top 500) however I've played with players as low down as silver and as high up as top 500, and so I can say without a doubt that the higher you advance in rank, the more toxic the community becomes.

    Outside of the game, the Overwatch community can be a bit over-hyped with fan content, cosplay and the like but are generally a friendly bunch, but when it comes to a player around platinum rank or above possibly loosing a bit of their ranked rating? you're gonna know about it!

    All in all I couldn't recommend Overwatch anymore than I already do, but please be warned that it is a competitive FPS, you are going to get salty toxic players in any and all game modes regardless of rank, and will see much more of that if you decide to go competitive. If the idea of being angrily messaged should you make a slight mistake doesn't dishearten you however, then get out there and win! coz y'know, the world could always use more hero's! (...sorry)    … Expand
  78. Phil_Panteleit
    Jan 8, 2017
    7
    I'm a little behind the Overwatch craze. I decided to give it a try and I picked it up when it was on sale during Christmas. So far I'm about 3 hours in and I must say Overwatch is a fun game that is perfect to play a few games a night. I'm completely shocked that Overwatch won game of the year though. By no means is this game the pinnacle of all games for 2016. I understand people givingI'm a little behind the Overwatch craze. I decided to give it a try and I picked it up when it was on sale during Christmas. So far I'm about 3 hours in and I must say Overwatch is a fun game that is perfect to play a few games a night. I'm completely shocked that Overwatch won game of the year though. By no means is this game the pinnacle of all games for 2016. I understand people giving the argument for best FPS but game of the year is a joke. I'm glad I picked it up on sale and I would suggest others who are thinking of buying it to not pay full price. All in all Overwatch is fun but can get very boring with very little game modes. The characters are fun. NOT GAME OF THE YEAR!!!!!… Expand
  79. NightLights
    Jan 16, 2018
    7
    While I can't speak for any other platforms that the game is on since there are different people playing on different platforms, the game is very well done as of right now. However, the community is one of the worst I have ever seen.

    To begin with, the game's developers are not ever going to release paid DLC for maps or characters or anything of the sort. Those are all going to be    While I can't speak for any other platforms that the game is on since there are different people playing on different platforms, the game is very well done as of right now. However, the community is one of the worst I have ever seen.

    To begin with, the game's developers are not ever going to release paid DLC for maps or characters or anything of the sort. Those are all going to be included in patches. Blizzard is also continuously trying their best to balance the game according to pick rate and people's feedback. However, I will agree that sometimes their changes do feel unjustified. Changes such as these make the character feel very weird in terms of balancing, and it can remain a problem for a long time.

    The game's balancing issues aside, it has spectacular graphics, fluid gameplay, and good music (that is when there IS music). Very responsive controls, and has a very advanced Options menu to adjust the experience to your liking. The game also runs at a steady 60 fps on console (aside from the rare frame rate drop when a lot of ultimates are used before the first checkpoint in Dorado), which many games fail to achieve. Just have a stable internet connection in order to play well on it. Keep in mind that this game is online only.

    The game's community, however, makes the game a chore to play sometimes. It's difficult to play on certain days, just because of the people playing it. If you want to go casual, you might try Quick Play. However, many people will just pick Offense characters and not make it easy for you to play the character you want to play. And that's fine, people can play what they wish to play in Quick Play. Say you would like a more serious game mode, you could try Competitive Play. However, if you get someone that is using a microphone in that mode, I wish you luck because I guarantee someone will start screaming at another member of the team to step their game up because they have "gold medals in everything and everyone sucks". I recommend you play with friends in order to keep any of the above from happening. This game is a CHORE to play by yourself.

    So, what to get from this:

    -Fluid gameplay and responsive controls
    -Steady frame rate
    -Good, but rare music
    -Weird balancing situation
    -Horrible community    … Expand
  80. SaintTodd
    Aug 5, 2017
    6
    I know I'm late to the party here, but I just picked Overwatch up after enjoying my time with Paladins, which is clearly a ripoff of this game.
    Frankly, it's underwhelming. Not bad, exactly, the production values are high across the board, but I'm baffled by the accolades this has received. Aside from not having much to do in terms of modes, the action just doesn't live up to today's    I know I'm late to the party here, but I just picked Overwatch up after enjoying my time with Paladins, which is clearly a ripoff of this game.
    Frankly, it's underwhelming. Not bad, exactly, the production values are high across the board, but I'm baffled by the accolades this has received. Aside from not having much to do in terms of modes, the action just doesn't live up to today's standards. It's too twitchy and dependent on your broadband connection. Honestly, I think Paladins is a better game.    … Expand
  81. josesueiro
    Aug 9, 2016
    6
    Overwatch is a multiplayer first-person shooter video game developed and published by Blizzard Entertainment.

    + Fun
    + Good Characters Design
    - Few Modes
    - Should Not Be Cost 60 Dollars
  82. 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
  83. 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.
  84. 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
  85. 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.
  86. 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.
  87. 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
  88. lizardking420
    Jul 1, 2018
    6
    Slow paced action, too casual, aimbot, poor variety of weak weapons, small maps, long pre game waiting and underwhelming graphics.
  89. HashZ21
    Feb 13, 2017
    8
    This game has been very difficult for me to review. I have played it and put it down multiple times and after 6 months of its release a few things have stuck with me. The game play and variety of play styles and astounding and polished. The constant update of skins and less frequent update in maps provides some nice goals and interesting playgrounds but what really drags this game is it'sThis game has been very difficult for me to review. I have played it and put it down multiple times and after 6 months of its release a few things have stuck with me. The game play and variety of play styles and astounding and polished. The constant update of skins and less frequent update in maps provides some nice goals and interesting playgrounds but what really drags this game is it's repetitiveness. The will come a time when I will no longer find enjoyment in this game. Another issue is that the constant character balance updates do irate when you get used to particular character. The unecessary compulsion of consolke prauyes to buy the origin edition is also a needlessly greedy tactic. And overall I feel this game is worth $40, its price of PC. The saddest thing is that there is a story on the internet but not in the same no single player no context.

    TL:DR
    Good
    Gameplay
    Visual Design
    Music
    Characters
    Maps
    Bad
    Repetitiveness
    Constant updates
    Price point    … Expand
  90. MariololXD
    Apr 29, 2017
    7
    Great FPS game, but lacks of content. The characters are very well designed and have a very good backstory. The problem is that the game hasn't got a campaign, a game with the same content as Overwatch can even be free, but Overwatch is a really good game.
  91. CheezStic
    Aug 15, 2016
    5
    Overwatch is a fun and new shooter, but it is lacking. Its gameplay can get very tiresome and repetitive with only 4 modes, and it is overall lacking substance and content. TF2 did it much better. Overwatch is overpriced on console, and is only barely deserving of a 40$ price tag on console.
  92. 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
  93. SrPepe
    Oct 22, 2018
    5
    No creo que el juego sea malo, pero tiene muchas cosas en contra. Primero que no creo que sea lo mejor de lo mejor para jugar en PS4, personalmente se me hizo muy tosco y aburrido. Segundo, es un juego puramente online, y estoy seguro que hay muchos FTP ahí fuera que hacen el mismo labor que este juego.
    ¿Pagar 60 dolares y encima tener que pagar PS Plus para poder jugar esto?    No creo que el juego sea malo, pero tiene muchas cosas en contra. Primero que no creo que sea lo mejor de lo mejor para jugar en PS4, personalmente se me hizo muy tosco y aburrido. Segundo, es un juego puramente online, y estoy seguro que hay muchos FTP ahí fuera que hacen el mismo labor que este juego.
    ¿Pagar 60 dolares y encima tener que pagar PS Plus para poder jugar esto? Definitivamente no, no vale para nada la pena.    … Expand
  94. NegaTiago
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    Surprisingly, I never heard of this game until the free weekend a month ago ( I never played a Blizzard game before), played it, loved it, bought it almost immediately. Such a great game to play with friends, either in a casual or more serious tone. Since last month I've already sinked in 150 hours.
  95. ElectroNick
    Jul 12, 2016
    8
    "Overwatch" is an interesting game for me because it has all of the things in modern gaming that I don't particularity care for: the fact that it is a moba, no single player campaign, a heavy reliance on online multiplayer , and a micro transaction system. Considering my usual tastes in gaming I should dislike this game but with all of that said most of the elements really work well in"Overwatch" is an interesting game for me because it has all of the things in modern gaming that I don't particularity care for: the fact that it is a moba, no single player campaign, a heavy reliance on online multiplayer , and a micro transaction system. Considering my usual tastes in gaming I should dislike this game but with all of that said most of the elements really work well in this case. Many people can agree that this is a real breath of fresh air for what is otherwise a stale genre in the modern gaming sense. It manged to combine the moba and online shooter genre to near-perfect results. There is a progression system but it is only for cosmetic purposes such as alternate costumes voice clips or spray cans. They can be achieved by getting loot boxes which are acquired after leveling up. You can get more through micro transactions which is a shame for a well respected company such as Blizzard but at least it is only for aesthetic purposes and does not affect the game play. I am also surprised that this game does have so many perfect scores eve though there is pretty minimal content. The maps are small and there are only approximately 3 or 4 game modes. This game could benefit with having more maps and more modes. Single player campaigns are not the priority for these types of games but considering how diverse the cast is and their unique powers it would be interesting to have a story mode which would further explore these characters and the Overwatch lore. Despite these setbacks the game is still a blast to play. Players have accesses to all of the heroes at the start and each of them are unique and play a certain role. No two characters play alike in fact the game outright discourages you from only picking one champion since the heroes are split into the following roles for your team: assault, defense, tank, and support. The characters are not only diverse in their powers but also in their play styles. The controls are the same for each chracter but how they feel is incredibly different. Every champion is fun t play as and the game encourages experimentation to see which ones you are best at and which ones are good at certain maps. The game also keeps you on your toes because the action is smooth and quick. The pvp is the major highlight of the game as you test your skills against your opponents. The bright and colorful aesthetic is also a nice breath of fresh air after years of multiplayer shooters being in murky grey r brown. The heroes are distinct and the game play will give you an ad reline rush even if you loose as each game feels like a fair challenge instead of having players use cheap tactics to win. This is one of the best multiplayer games on the market. It could use some more content to keep its player base coming back for more but fortunately Blizzard has confirmed that any future maps and champions will be free. Blizzard has yet another beloved franchise under their belt.… Expand
  96. LukeReviews7
    Jul 8, 2016
    8
    Overwatch is a very fast paced, genuinely fun and chaotic team-based FPS. It features a variety of playable characters (21) whose skills can perfectly complement each other - you can also switch between characters mid-game in attempt to 'change the tide' of the way a match is panning out; if your team mates are dying frequently you can switch to a healer or when you're running out of timeOverwatch is a very fast paced, genuinely fun and chaotic team-based FPS. It features a variety of playable characters (21) whose skills can perfectly complement each other - you can also switch between characters mid-game in attempt to 'change the tide' of the way a match is panning out; if your team mates are dying frequently you can switch to a healer or when you're running out of time (as the attacking team) you can switch to a 'tank' character (who has health in abundance) in order to rush the opposing team. It's this choice and diverse range of characters that is one of the reasons I feel like playing much, much more; they all feel unique.

    The game-modes that are there are very fun; there is quick play (attackers go after two objectives the defenders are protectint, both teams attacking a control point and the attackers transporting a vehicle throughout the map - if it reaches the end they win - if not, they lose) and not to mention the 'weekly brawl' which is a crazy game-mode; this weeks is that you're only allowed to pick Mercy or Pharah so the battles are mostly ariel

    . Sometimes it can feel samey, if it had three or four more maps (they're adding more maps and characters for free in the future!) and potentially two 'brawl of the week' game modes instead of just once a week (they'd have to change the name) it may keep the game from feeling tiresome when playing alone - it's still fun - but it's better in a team!

    The level design is good with some different pathways to exploit (some levels are more narrow and some more open) such as areas to flank the enemy and make full use of the abilities you have. There are characters who perhaps need tweaking but overall it doesn't ruin too much due to the extremely fun and 'one more go' gameplay, but some characters can be an annoyance at times.

    The competitive mode at the time of writing this is a mess - however it is said they have a patch for the leaving issue! If your team is 2-0 down and one person leaves, the game says you can leave without punishment - but with a loss. This means that if people think they are likely to lose anyway, they might as well quit the game. Because the competitive mode's rules are as so, this has lead me to be apart of a match where there has been (on my team) two players remaining and I've even been in a match where only one player in the opposing team has remained - and credit to them! Personally, I feel like you should get punished if you leave unless your team only has at least four players - or perhaps they should make it so you get punished if you leave at all! Another gripe would be that at the start of a match, if a player leaves, it will cancel the match for everyone and put them in another one. I think they should allow matchmaking if it's at the start of a match, and if it's halfway way through they should potentially add AI - however, if they change it so that you're punished if you leave at all - you would probably experience less people leaving!

    All items you collect are cosmetic and some consist of skins, icons and poses ect, it is a game that most, if not everyone can simply pick up and enjoy. The gameplay is very good fun (60-70 + hours played) but I just wish there was more of it and competitive was better. Despite the problems at its current state - it still warrants an 8/10 due to the way the developers are treating it and the potential it holds to become even better.    … Expand
  97. 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.
  98. Elfondo
    Jun 6, 2016
    10
    I'll be frank, reviews stating the game is unbalanced, are morons. Every character has a counter, if you are so stubborn that you will not play for the team and change character when required, don't get the game. I don't want to see you on my team any time soon.
    People have complained of Bastion being over-powered. Mccree, Widowmaker, Hanzo, Roadhog, Mei, Tracer, Pharah and even another    I'll be frank, reviews stating the game is unbalanced, are morons. Every character has a counter, if you are so stubborn that you will not play for the team and change character when required, don't get the game. I don't want to see you on my team any time soon.
    People have complained of Bastion being over-powered. Mccree, Widowmaker, Hanzo, Roadhog, Mei, Tracer, Pharah and even another Bastion can all counter Bastion.
    Ignore those giving reviews about balancing issues, if you take the time to actually pay attention to what is going on, you will have a great time. On the other hand you can just play Soldier 76, have a beer and shoot stuff. Either way, you will have a good time.    … Expand
  99. Xzyler
    Jun 11, 2016
    8
    Overwatch has a lot going for it. Being a team-based game, a lot of the enjoyment of an individual match will come from your teammates and how well you work together, but there is still a lot of individual skill required. Some characters seem OP, but the more you get to playing them, the more you recognize that the player controlling them matters a lot more than the character. The otherOverwatch has a lot going for it. Being a team-based game, a lot of the enjoyment of an individual match will come from your teammates and how well you work together, but there is still a lot of individual skill required. Some characters seem OP, but the more you get to playing them, the more you recognize that the player controlling them matters a lot more than the character. The other major thing this game does is let you change your character during the match, this allows for countering and altering strategies as the match progresses.
    Overall, the only things making this game less than perfect are the few game modes and lack of meaningful progression. But the core game play is incredibly fun and the variety of the characters make this a great game.    … Expand
  100. chrisranum1997
    Jun 17, 2016
    9
    I was skeptical of this game at first, and didn't play the open beta at all. I was very into Destiny at the time it came out and the more Casual gameplay didn't appeal to me. However, I had a weekend with a lot of time to kill and finally rented this gem. It's very cool, very smooth gameplay got more and more addicting.
    I like the fact that YOU can level up but the actual characters    I was skeptical of this game at first, and didn't play the open beta at all. I was very into Destiny at the time it came out and the more Casual gameplay didn't appeal to me. However, I had a weekend with a lot of time to kill and finally rented this gem. It's very cool, very smooth gameplay got more and more addicting.
    I like the fact that YOU can level up but the actual characters DON'T so you aren't facing players with BIGGEr BADDER guns and abilities. I'ts more based on skill.
    The other thing I like is you don't feel robbed when you die, and the only REAL penalty to dying is having to find your way back to the OBJECTIVE, you don't lose much else.    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#4 Best PS4 Game of 2016
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#12 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2016
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#17 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2016

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Metascore
90

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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