Overwatch (2016)

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5.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 151 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 8 out of 151
  3. Negative: 59 out of 151
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  1. rcc10galaxy
    Oct 18, 2019
    9
    A very nice port of one of the best games of the decade. An extremely fun and well made shooter.
  2. 40834
    Oct 18, 2019
    10
    Very cool port from other platforms! I playing with very big pleasure! And abstracting I want to say that the game itself, and the blizzard made a very, very good game. I recommend to everyone.
  3. Drevan
    Oct 15, 2019
    9
    Its way better than I was expecting, I mean a lot more!

    I don't know how to put it but the 30 FPS really seem fluid...and that comes from someone who is very sensitive about FPS drops and low FPS in games but on this game eventho you can tell the framerate is locked at 30 (its no secret, they said so themeselves) it just smooth! There are 2 things that prevented me to go for a 10 on    Its way better than I was expecting, I mean a lot more!

    I don't know how to put it but the 30 FPS really seem fluid...and that comes from someone who is very sensitive about FPS drops and low FPS in games but on this game eventho you can tell the framerate is locked at 30 (its no secret, they said so themeselves) it just smooth!

    There are 2 things that prevented me to go for a 10 on this incredible "gift" that is overwatch portable: graphical compromises had to be made and that was expected, but in all fairness this is an inferior version of the game. Secondly, every heavy multiplayer game on the Switch seems to have a very low population and since there is no cross play (at least for now) this might be a risky purchase if you plan to play it out peak hours.
    These 2 points are not really the game's fault per se, its due to hardware limitations and console population and target audiance but regardless of it I feel it had to be mentioned and should weight on the score.    … Expand
  4. Johnnybravo8125
    Oct 15, 2019
    10
    Great port, definitely worth picking up. One of the best multiplayer games for thecswitch
  5. Juztifier
    Oct 17, 2019
    8
    Very solid port. Game runs fine (as good as 30fps can), only occasionally drops on fps when there are VERY much things happening.
    Don't need to wait a long time to find game either (at least when playing support or tank, haven't tried dps). I understand that people don't like Blizzard at the moment, but this port is good nonetheless.
  6. FAYTLESS
    Oct 16, 2019
    10
    Worth picking up if you like the game and have a switch. I can imagine like it's going to be pretty also now that OverWatch portable. just the thought of being able to play multiplayer on the train with mobile hotspot it's going to be awesome. Game runs at 30 fps, to my eyes, looks fine. What did you expect, it's a switch port. Well done blizzard!
  7. Nova_Cis22
    Oct 15, 2019
    10
    Play overwatch on the go! Amazing, I'm very happy to see this in nintendo switch
  8. Oceans
    Oct 16, 2019
    10
    The game is truly a gem to behold in the palm of your hands. Wonderful title, wonderful port, zero complaints!
  9. Fteixeira
    Oct 16, 2019
    10
    Just perfect... In all points. I really cant stop enjoying it. This is one of most brilliant fps, now in my switch.
  10. fyzder
    Oct 16, 2019
    10
    Impressive port for the Switch! Need to get used to the scope but it feels really clean. It is also the only easy way I can play in couch-coop with friends.
    A+!
  11. Joes
    Oct 15, 2019
    10
    Buen port la verdad no importa que corra a 30fps es muy fluido pero si echo en falta el cartucho
  12. Kth2491
    Oct 15, 2019
    10
    Bastante buena la experiencia de poder jugarlo de manera portátil. Muy bien
  13. Pbexe
    Oct 23, 2019
    10
    Overwatch on a portable. Change the controls from exponential ramp to linear ramp and you’re good to go. I love this game. I’ve turned gyro off and purely just aim with the joy cons. I’ve never played Overwatch before but had been meaning to for a while, was hesitant to pick this up but really glad I did. I’m a now casual player with a strong background in hardcore FPS, if that’s youOverwatch on a portable. Change the controls from exponential ramp to linear ramp and you’re good to go. I love this game. I’ve turned gyro off and purely just aim with the joy cons. I’ve never played Overwatch before but had been meaning to for a while, was hesitant to pick this up but really glad I did. I’m a now casual player with a strong background in hardcore FPS, if that’s you you’ll love this edition.… Expand
  14. Cbd31693
    Oct 15, 2019
    9
    A wonderful port if you're a casual Overwatch player. The gyroscope controls are very enjoyable so far. Cant speak for docked mode yet but handheld mode runs quite wonderfully. Better than I expected of this port to be completely honest.
  15. DylanHall
    Oct 19, 2019
    10
    This is a great game and I’m so happy it’s on switch, sure there are a couple of problems with it like frame rate drops and characters not rendering properly but those don’t happen that much and they can easily be fixed in a patch
  16. JuicyChimp
    Oct 19, 2019
    8
    If this is your first time playing Overwatch, I think you'll be impressed by the game. It's had a lot of bad publicity but the game itself is really good fun. I guess if you have a ps4, xbox 1 or gaming pc there's not much point opting for this downgraded version but taken on its own merits it plays and looks good and is one of the most enjoyable multiplayer games around.
  17. Enrikegeek
    Oct 15, 2019
    10
    Amazing game, portable, fluid, all include with a gold box and 3 months of online, so much time waiting for this in nintendo.
  18. WEREWOLF07
    Oct 15, 2019
    10
    É uma versão de console, e além da portabilidade, ainda tem mira por movimentos. A mira por movimentos com a personagem Widowmaker, por exemplo, está MUITO mais precisa que no xbox ou ps4, e nos demais campeões nem se fala. É um port que vale muito a pena, poder jogar overwatch em qualquer lugar e mirando com movimentos de tela, é algo incrível.
  19. luchinnnnn
    Oct 15, 2019
    10
    Me encanta el juego va muy fluido con excelentes gráficos en modo portatil que es el atractivo principal, mis respetos a blizzar por hacer con cariño sus ports , juego muy recomendado aunque ubiese estado mucho mejor tener una version fisica real y no comernos 22 gb en el sistema , pero en lo que es el juego en general , nada que envidiar de las demas consolas sino al contrario puedo jugarMe encanta el juego va muy fluido con excelentes gráficos en modo portatil que es el atractivo principal, mis respetos a blizzar por hacer con cariño sus ports , juego muy recomendado aunque ubiese estado mucho mejor tener una version fisica real y no comernos 22 gb en el sistema , pero en lo que es el juego en general , nada que envidiar de las demas consolas sino al contrario puedo jugar overwatch en el baño , ahora TRACER en smash porfas ,,,… Expand
  20. LeXT
    Oct 23, 2019
    10
    Incredible game, I love how Blizzars put this HUGE game on a console like Nintendo Switch, and with that included it looks amazing! I think they could effort a little bit more in some ways but it is one of the best ports and games the console have.
  21. Invisible_Mango
    Oct 18, 2019
    10
    I never expected Overwatch to come to Switch, but I'm so happy it did. I never have had as much fun playing OW as I do laying in bed playing with my Fiance on our Switches. It's my platform of choice for OW now. A lot of people are going to give this negative reviews due to recent events. But really, this game has nothing to do with politics, and the game itself is great. I feel they did aI never expected Overwatch to come to Switch, but I'm so happy it did. I never have had as much fun playing OW as I do laying in bed playing with my Fiance on our Switches. It's my platform of choice for OW now. A lot of people are going to give this negative reviews due to recent events. But really, this game has nothing to do with politics, and the game itself is great. I feel they did a great job porting it over to the Switch. Sure it doesn't look quite as good as PC, but at the end of the day, gameplay is what matters and its as great as ever (if not better due to the added gyro feature, which I don't use but I like having the option). It still looks great on the Switch and 30 fps is surprisingly smooth. Plus the game has come a long way and there are so many more maps and characters when the game was first released, and so many more even since I last played it on PC. I love it! Highly recommend, especially to newcomers to the franchise or people who have friends who own switches.… Expand
  22. frogwipe
    Oct 21, 2019
    9
    If you want a fun first person shooter for your Switch that has a multiplayer player base this is it. Game runs great and I never have an issue finding an online game. If you're someone who obsesses over frame rates or milliseconds of lag then you should just stay in your moms basement on your overclocked PC with bench marking tools and send out anonymous social media blasts complainingIf you want a fun first person shooter for your Switch that has a multiplayer player base this is it. Game runs great and I never have an issue finding an online game. If you're someone who obsesses over frame rates or milliseconds of lag then you should just stay in your moms basement on your overclocked PC with bench marking tools and send out anonymous social media blasts complaining about things no one cares about but you. This isn't your game. For the rest of us normal people, this game is a hit.… Expand
  23. Krzyhu666
    Jan 24, 2022
    10
    The game looks and works great for a portable console and cross-platform. Game 10/10
  24. RagnarX213
    Nov 11, 2019
    9
    Its a really fun shooter. It looks great and everything runs smooth in docked or handheld. Matches are easy to find and it feels like if you can get a lot better if you keep playing. Seems like there are a few characters for everyone. If you want a fun online shooter then you cant go wrong. I deduct 1 point for no campaign or offline mode
  25. MonkiReviews
    Apr 24, 2021
    9
    Overwatch has been fun for a while. On the Nintendo Switch, it is just as great. The portable version works amazing, and the normal version is even better. Though it isn’t as powerful of a console, the game feels and looks amazing. I recommend it.
  26. JPK
    Dec 15, 2019
    9
    Good To See It On The Switch
    It’s not completely perfect, But this port is definitely worth playing.
  27. Lushen1212
    Oct 25, 2019
    10
    Increible port. Jugar este juego de modo portatil a 720 p en una pantalla tan pequeña hace que vaya de lujo y sus fps son bastantes estables.
    Me parece una proeza tecnica.
  28. Heshametroid
    Oct 21, 2019
    9
    30 FPS and so smooth fun game play which has done what we were never thought it would come to Nintendo Switch the portable console. Now i can really play and enjoy overwatch everywhere.
  29. MonadoBoy16
    Oct 26, 2019
    10
    Filled with hype and lots of intense feelings for this game. This is my first time playing this. I love using D.VA the most, in fact, I got a 21 kill streak as her.
  30. HyruleDAD
    Oct 21, 2019
    10
    The game is fun and I'm a couple of loot boxes in. I play on pc and the switch is alot of fun
  31. shoryukennl
    Jan 8, 2020
    10
    Excellent port my most played game on the ps4 and I must say the port is really well done. No complains what so ever. I'm afraid it will be my most played game on the switch too... Highly recommended if you like fps.
  32. RupertDjan
    Feb 1, 2020
    10
    Люблю эту игру. Купил ее на все платформы(PC, PS4, XBOX, SWITCH)
  33. Cbt4life
    Feb 29, 2020
    10
    I have it on pc but i prefer playing it in bed on my switch. Its amazing and the framerate isnt an issue
  34. DaFckWrongWithU
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    People just ask to much for a portable version. Just enjoy the game! Its not perfect but you will enjoy it for sure!
  35. Doctoroctogon77
    Jun 16, 2020
    8
    Controls are not perfect on handheld but its a great port. I've played on pc and overall like it more on the switch
  36. Sagikkun
    Mar 27, 2021
    9
    Overwatch is a definition of (almost) a perfect online PvP game. Enjoyable characters with great design and balanced powers (or at least developers are STILL trying to make it balanced), official and fan-made maps and mods, no reason to spend a thousands of dollars because you can get loot boxes pretty easily... and the overall player system. Overwatch really motivates you to be better, toOverwatch is a definition of (almost) a perfect online PvP game. Enjoyable characters with great design and balanced powers (or at least developers are STILL trying to make it balanced), official and fan-made maps and mods, no reason to spend a thousands of dollars because you can get loot boxes pretty easily... and the overall player system. Overwatch really motivates you to be better, to be a good player, to help your teammates - there is a very satisfying rating system, each round showing of the best player, and amazing statistics which are showing what kind of player you are.
    The only real complaint about this gem is matchmaking system - for real? I can't understand how it can takes so long and then the teams are so unbalanced.
    Overall, this is nearly a perfect, maybe the best competitive online game ever. I love Overwatch and can recommend it to anynone.    … Expand
  37. Ripper36
    Jul 13, 2021
    9
    I have to say Overwatch on the Switch really is good to see for the hybrid consel. Its has hours and hours of fun and i always find a great group to play with. Runs smooth and plays smooth. Good job Blizzard/Nintendo
  38. GoodGamePlus
    Sep 16, 2022
    10
    This version of the game is 30 fps. It's still playable. Overwatch is my most played game on the Nintendo Switch. It's bested played with friends. Overwatch is a frustrating game. Competitive mode is too hard to climb. Quickly play is filled with casual players. There's mic support.

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Metascore
73

Mixed or average reviews - based on 48 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 48
  2. Mixed: 29 out of 48
  3. Negative: 0 out of 48
  1. GameOver.gr
    Apr 3, 2020
    60
    The Overwatch port for Switch suffers from technical issues which alter the otherwise fluid and fast gameplay of Blizzard's shooter. The Switch Pro controller is essential for everyone who plans to spend more than a couple of hours with this version.
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  2. CD-Action
    Nov 25, 2019
    70
    The Switch version is ideal for couch gaming and the gyro controls change everything... even if from the technical standpoint the game has some real problems. [13/2019, p.81]
  3. Worth Playing
    Nov 25, 2019
    80
    In the end, Overwatch works well as a port. It's almost boring to talk about, as it aims to be as faithful to the existing versions as possible. It's not a technical marvel, and that may rightfully turn you off, but it's a feature-complete and portable version that is best for quick drop-in matches when you just want a casual match in Overwatch.
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