Overwatch (2016)

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  1. superspongebob
    May 27, 2016
    8
    This game would have got more praise from the public if it was a little cheaper but quite rightly a lot of people are complaining that it's effectively a full price game without the full package, i.e a campaign.

    However it is an absolutely epic shooter, it allows people to jump straight in and have fun without having to unlock this weapon/peak etc. It can be as simplistic or competitive    This game would have got more praise from the public if it was a little cheaper but quite rightly a lot of people are complaining that it's effectively a full price game without the full package, i.e a campaign.

    However it is an absolutely epic shooter, it allows people to jump straight in and have fun without having to unlock this weapon/peak etc. It can be as simplistic or competitive as the community makes it, my only fear is the console generation will become bored of it very quickly, I suspect the PC community will truly embrace it for what it is.

    Overall it runs fantastically well, looks good and most of all is fun!    … Expand
  2. steponshade
    May 24, 2016
    10
    What a breathe of fresh air. This game is amazing. You can tell when a game is above average when trolls come and vote 1. Even the worst games arent a 1! This should show you that this game is here to stay. 10/10 and looking forward to all the free DLC! If you dont play this you are missing out big time. Balanced so well, maps are amazing and the design is just out of this world. SO GOOD!
  3. Ogaar
    Oct 10, 2018
    9
    Introduction

    Overwatch is a team-based multiplayer first-person shooter video game developed and published by Blizzard Entertainment. It was released on May 24, 2016 but since then many improvements have been made. Comparable to TF2, it has made a big impact in the eSports scene and made shooters more kid-friendly, with blood and gore being minimal. Blizzard is known to be a great game    Introduction

    Overwatch is a team-based multiplayer first-person shooter video game developed and published by Blizzard Entertainment. It was released on May 24, 2016 but since then many improvements have been made. Comparable to TF2, it has made a big impact in the eSports scene and made shooters more kid-friendly, with blood and gore being minimal. Blizzard is known to be a great game maker and despite this being their first multiplayer shooter, it has been a success.
    I played six months after the game came out and as soon as you get the game, you realise that it is very PvP orientated with little PvE gameplay apart from rare events that happen every few months. It is a hero shooter, with a wide range of characters with very diverse power sets. This allows every game to be different and make each game feel fresh. Instead of the cliché, "how many people each team can kill", Overwatch is very team based which allows for a very teamwork focused element in the game. There are three main game modes, with a custom game feature which allows you to change how the game is played and adds variety.

    Main body

    The story in Overwatch is what brought many people over to it, with exciting cinematics being produced every so often and a very diverse set of characters that bring a lot of different cultures to the game. From assassins to cyborg ninjas to talking gorillas, the story has it all to bring a range of people over to the game. This game is very accessible, even for new FPS players. With skill based match-making putting you with people of your skill level, anybody can play this game and have fun as the game continues to make games harder as you get better. The mechanics in Overwatch are very good in my opinion. The controls are very accessible and easy to learn, which is very important for a game with 28 heroes to choose from. With the so called "meta" always changing, there is no wrong hero to pick which makes you feel freedom when playing. The graphics in Overwatch have a cartoony feel, which allows the game to be for all ages as the blood is very minimal. These kind of graphics are perfect for a game like Overwatch because you would not want perfectly realistic graphics for a very action packed game like this.
    As said before, there are a variety of game modes which means you will never run out of things to play and adds longevity, a very important feature for a game like a first person shooter.
    Sounds and music are very good in Overwatch. With its own soundtracks, and particular characters having conversations with other characters in game, this not only makes the game more immersing but also adds lore to the game while playing. Every few months, more and more voice lines and sound feature are added to the game so there is no shortage of voice lines for players to enjoy.
    Overwatch is not pay to win, which makes it a very good game to pick up if you do not spend money in games. There are microtransactions, such as buying loot boxes and aesthetics, but these are by no means necessary to help you play. Often skins that are brought out for heroes are good, but can be earned without buying skins too as you get a loot box every time you level up, which does not take very long (from experience).

    Conclusion

    This leads me to give the score of 9/10. I definitely think this game is worth picking up as it is not very expensive due to it being out for just more than 2 years now. The one thing that lets down this game is the community (so not anything in the game). The community can be extremely toxic but this is easily avoided by staying away from these players and muting anyone like this.
    10th October 2018    … Expand
  4. dramaqueen7102
    Oct 9, 2017
    9
    Blizzard’s newest game, Overwatch, has won over 100 awards including Game of the Year 2016, leading us to believe it’s a one of a kind game for a wide audience. With a choice from 25 characters and a variety of gameplay to experience, Overwatch is definitely a game to try out.
    A crucial part of the game is the cartoon styled characters which are categorised into 4 different groups:    Blizzard’s newest game, Overwatch, has won over 100 awards including Game of the Year 2016, leading us to believe it’s a one of a kind game for a wide audience. With a choice from 25 characters and a variety of gameplay to experience, Overwatch is definitely a game to try out.
    A crucial part of the game is the cartoon styled characters which are categorised into 4 different groups: Offence, Defence, Tank and Support. Within the groups, each character has their own unique abilities to ultimately win the match. My personal favourite characters from each category would be, Tracer, Mei, Zarya and Lucio. Each of these characters have very different gameplay; Tracer is agile and quick as she can teleport around the map and go back in time to regain health, while Mei is typically used for stealth as she can freeze enemies and kill them with a headshot afterwards.
    Not only are their skills diverse but their backgrounds are too, Blizzard really outdid themselves when it came to the characters, animated shorts have been released for certain characters further explaining how they came to be a member of Overwatch.
    When playing online they are three different game modes; Quick Play, Arcade and Competitive. You can choose which mode best suits you. However, the objective within matches in Quick Play or Competitive is to either push the payload as far through the map as you can or to capture an objective and hold it till the percentage equals 100%. Be warned, if you’re playing the same character on every map, attack and defence, you’re going to get bored eventually which is why the vast selection of heroes is so important. It keeps the game fresh.
    Competitive is my preferred game mode. Once a new season starts you participate in 10 placement matches and are placed into a tier based on your skill within games. Your skill rating changes depending on how many medals you achieved in game but mainly if you won or lost. At the end of the season, you win a collection of competitive points dependant on what tier you’re in, which can be used to buy golden guns for any character along with other rewards. The idea of a Competitive game mode is really fun, it can help you find how good of an Overwatch player you are, but in all honesty unless you are placed in a high tier there’s not much hope. Many other online players often cause havoc on teams as they aren’t picking the heroes that are potentially needed to win the game.
    Within the world of Overwatch sound plays a huge part in fully immersing yourself in the gameplay, each hero has their own voice actor based on the country the character originated from. Mei for example is Chinese, therefore so is her voice actor which is an amazing extra. They all have their own voice lines, in English and their native language. While in a game, if an enemy uses their ultimate ability the hero will say so in game using his/her unique voice line to alert every player that this is taking place. The use of sound is super fun and helpful in game.
    As the developers of this game is Blizzard, they are constantly working on how the game could be improved and listening to what the players themselves have to say. Videos are often published online from the Lead Developer of Overwatch, Jeff Kaplan, who explains what they are adding to the game and what that means for us. Characters are constantly being buffed or nerfed depending on players’ remarks of them and how popular each character is. Every 3 months, a new hero is added to the game which always seems to cause a wave of excitement as another animated short will be released to go along with the new addition. The updates are frequent and the majority of bugs are quickly found and corrected.
    Another huge part of Overwatch is the customisation of the characters as well as the events that are held. Each character has their original outfit along with other skins, maybe in a different colour or even following a specific theme; these can be obtained by opening loot boxes which can be bought with real money or receive one after levelling up, or using the in-game currency. After having a whole year of Overwatch, the following events are likely to take place every year now; Summer Games, Halloween Terror, Winter Wonderland, Lunar New Year, Uprising and Anniversary. When these events are active extra game modes are added keeping to the theme, now it may just be me but I find these events really fun and do nothing but add to the already wonderful game.
    Finally, the price of Overwatch constantly varies from £25-£50. Overall Overwatch is a fun game suitable for anyone, particularly those who are already fans of Blizzard. There is such a wide variety within the game and there's guaranteed to be a character that suits the gameplay you're looking for. In my opinion, it is more of a social game, to play with friends is better than by yourself but that doesn't mean you don't have a good time. To put it plain and simple, it's worth every penny.    … Expand
  5. Bugalugs214
    Jun 1, 2016
    8
    Had lots of fun for the first week or so but the lack modes really does make it repetitive.
    All the classes are fun to learn but i found myself going back to 4-5 favorites.
    The game looks and sounds great, the servers are solid and it barely takes any time to find a match. Pros Easy to get into Addictive for a little while. Variety of classes. Cons Unlockable clothing and sprays    Had lots of fun for the first week or so but the lack modes really does make it repetitive.
    All the classes are fun to learn but i found myself going back to 4-5 favorites.
    The game looks and sounds great, the servers are solid and it barely takes any time to find a match.
    Pros
    Easy to get into
    Addictive for a little while.
    Variety of classes.

    Cons
    Unlockable clothing and sprays is a mess of rng.
    Only a few modes they really need to add more.    … Expand
  6. tybyrd93
    May 27, 2016
    8
    A very solid shooter. An abundance of characters to choose from with more to come from Blizzard, vibrant visuals, very well-designed maps, and deep mechanics. There is a slight lack of content at launch, but there are plenty of free updates coming, and the variety of characters there are to learn will keep everyone busy for awhile.
  7. Nataraja
    May 25, 2016
    8
    Overwatch is essential the updated version of Team Fortress 2, but in my mind is more polished and varied. Its also a great experience that is simply fun. Unfortunately it is online competitive multiplayer only and unless you get the PC version ($40 for the base game) you are stuck with the Origins edition for consoles with a $60 price tag - which is definitely $20 more than it should be!Overwatch is essential the updated version of Team Fortress 2, but in my mind is more polished and varied. Its also a great experience that is simply fun. Unfortunately it is online competitive multiplayer only and unless you get the PC version ($40 for the base game) you are stuck with the Origins edition for consoles with a $60 price tag - which is definitely $20 more than it should be!

    With that aside, Overwatch is a great FPS competitive multiplayer game that is easy to pick up and play. Each character is very unique and fun to play.

    GRAPHICS: Great detail and love in the maps and to the characters - its very upbeat and lighthearted and works very well with a smooth 60 FPS.

    SOUND: Great sound design with good banter and indicators as well as source to reception variability.

    SOUNDTRACK: Not amazing but fits with the game for sure.

    VOICE: Well voice acted with small tidbits of sayings and emotes - not a big part of the game but is well done none the less and adds to the enjoyment.

    GAME PLAY: Incredibly varied and fun but released with only 4 modes and 12 maps.

    REPLAYABILITY: Very replayable and is is built for replay and hopefully free updates will expand the content, but this is Activision that is publishing it and microtransactions are already present - so one will most likely have to pay for every piece of additional content.

    For me the game is worth $40 and I will get $40 worth of enjoyment out of it. If you are on the fence, see if you can try it on console or rent it for a console to see if it fits for you. If you like Team Fortress at all, then I think you will really enjoy this title.    … Expand
  8. xninjagrrl
    May 24, 2016
    9
    The only reason I can't give Overwatch a perfect 10 is the price. For $60 I would expect more content. There are only 12 maps and a few game modes at launch. On the flip side, I haven't had this much fun with an arena shooter since my quake/unreal/cs lan party days. I have no idea how anyone could rate this game as a zero. The gunplay is fine and the maps are not confusing. Based on theThe only reason I can't give Overwatch a perfect 10 is the price. For $60 I would expect more content. There are only 12 maps and a few game modes at launch. On the flip side, I haven't had this much fun with an arena shooter since my quake/unreal/cs lan party days. I have no idea how anyone could rate this game as a zero. The gunplay is fine and the maps are not confusing. Based on the broken english of the reviewer I'm guessing it's some Chinese guy who would rather play the blatant Chinese rip off of Overwatch.… Expand
  9. atvman29
    May 24, 2016
    9
    This is the type of game I've been waiting for one the Xbox for a while. I was a fan of Team Fortress 2 but never had much interest at playing games like that at a computer desk. Some nights, digging into the TC's Division or Rainbow Six just sound a little daunting. This is the perfect game to jump in and do a few quick rounds and have a blast. The different characters provide a tonThis is the type of game I've been waiting for one the Xbox for a while. I was a fan of Team Fortress 2 but never had much interest at playing games like that at a computer desk. Some nights, digging into the TC's Division or Rainbow Six just sound a little daunting. This is the perfect game to jump in and do a few quick rounds and have a blast. The different characters provide a ton of gameplay variety and I've really been enjoying the layout of the maps.

    Only cons with this game are the initial launch price for console seems a bit steep, and a few more game types would have been appreciated as well, but hopefully they'll come. The lack of local multiplayer is the biggest miss in my opinion and honestly one of the only reasons I considered Battleborn over this (really didn't like Battleborn though).

    Overall, great game and would definitely recommend.    … Expand
  10. MysteryMii215
    Jul 2, 2016
    10
    Overwatch is a great breath of fresh air for the team-based FPS genre. With great graphics, game play, characters, and lore, Overwatch is the game for you if you like the team-based FPS genre. For anyone complaining about the lack of content for the price, please note that Blizzard has stated the all future DLC will be free for the time being. So eventually, the price will pay off.
  11. FunkyExige
    May 26, 2016
    9
    Played the beta and was worried i would not enjoy as i am very wary of games without campaign mode. However i was completely hooked. If you give this game a couple of days you can be sure you will be hooked for months to come! The only thing that is missing for me is a story mode, especially as blizzard has created amazing characters which you can really identify with. Get this game, itPlayed the beta and was worried i would not enjoy as i am very wary of games without campaign mode. However i was completely hooked. If you give this game a couple of days you can be sure you will be hooked for months to come! The only thing that is missing for me is a story mode, especially as blizzard has created amazing characters which you can really identify with. Get this game, it will not disappoint!… Expand
  12. K1D_GL1TCH
    May 27, 2016
    8
    Overwatch is a part of the "Hero Shooter" genre that is exploding on the scene. Its a simple shooter that combines elements from classic fps and mobas alike. The roster of characters this game contains are not only hugely diverse but it helps keep the games feeling fresh and unique. Not one character is like the other. The map design is genius that Blizzard expertly designed. Just when youOverwatch is a part of the "Hero Shooter" genre that is exploding on the scene. Its a simple shooter that combines elements from classic fps and mobas alike. The roster of characters this game contains are not only hugely diverse but it helps keep the games feeling fresh and unique. Not one character is like the other. The map design is genius that Blizzard expertly designed. Just when you thought that Blizzard may have missed something Overwatch shows you that not only did Blizzard think of everything, there are usually multiple ways to achieve or counter this aspect. Now as much as I applaud this game for being a blasty blast, there are a few shortcomings that stops Overwatch from being that rare perfect 10. Even though the maps are excellent, there are only a handful of maps. This can sometimes make matches feel tedious. The different game types aren't diverse enough for real longevity. And of course if you are a single player kind of gamer then this isn't going to be your romp in the woods. Then again this game never claims to be a single player experience. So I don't hold that against it like some others do. The game is at its best when you have a small group of 2-6 that can play together and understand that this is not a team death match game. The different objectives are definitely fun but I wouldn't be surprised to see new game types come sooner rather than later. Overwatch has one true test, as much as its cliche to say it, and that is will it stand the test of time? Whether that is via free dlc maps, characters or game play. This game already has a huge fan base and if Blizzard plays its cards right this could end up being huge. Combining this game with things like comics and amazing digital shorts that can make Pixar lick its chops. It doesn't require you to be an expert and is very easy and accessible but this game is definitely harder to master. I can see this game in 5 years being around and looking very different. Id be interested to see what this game is like with other maps and game types like capture the flag, king of the hill or something else.

    I give it an 8.5 out of 10 but since I can't do halves on metacritic, I go 8 out of 10. Its not as bad as many of the reviews on here say it is but this definitely isn't revolutionary. It is however a load of fun and has more going for it than games that are pumped out annually.    … Expand
  13. SuperkenGaming
    Jun 16, 2016
    8
    Overwatch
    A Great feeling game with not much to do
    Overwatch is an online only multiplayer shooter.. there is no story here other than a quick introduction when the game starts up, and there is no single player campaign.. Its basically play the tutorial and then jump into the action… There are 21 unique feeling characters all separated into 4 different classes, offense, defense, tank    Overwatch
    A Great feeling game with not much to do
    Overwatch is an online only multiplayer shooter..
    there is no story here other than a quick introduction when the game starts up, and there is no single player campaign..
    Its basically play the tutorial and then jump into the action…
    There are 21 unique feeling characters all separated into 4 different classes, offense, defense, tank and support.. so you can contribute to your team in any way you please whether that’s getting kills, being a shield, or healing
    Some classes do have more character variety than the other.. but every last character has its own weapon and special abilities with cool downs, so youre guaranteed to find one to match your playstyle, and hopefully youll find at least 1 in each class for whatever each situation calls for, as you can switch characters during the match much like a gun loadout in other competitive multiplayer shooters
    so if youre not feeling one, go down the list until you find your right fit..
    All of this is great,, every character feels useful in their own way..
    The only problem is theres not much here
    There are 12 maps here which is a decent amount of variety, but none stood out to me…
    I can easily name maps in other shooters that are fun to just run around and kill people in..
    But I couldn’t here.. they all really feel the same…
    And evry mission is just objective based…
    You have capture.. escort…and control…
    Basically youre either fighting or defending a section of the map at all times…
    I understand that these are really the only kind of missions that make sense in a game thats about character variety…
    But I’d like to see some innovation beyond just the characters…
    Maybe coming up with modes for each individual classes, such as a team death match for offense and tanks only
    a tower defense for the defense and support team…
    get creative
    Not just the same modes in every other shooter set inside pretty average maps…
    After you’ve put your hours into the game youll level up which unlocks a loot box…
    And inside of these loot boxes are garbage taunts, costumes, and sprays…
    You grind to looks different while you do the same thing for hours on end.
    Which honestly I wouldn’t mind all too much if there was more gameplay variety
    I can only capture and defend for so long
    Negatives aside, Overwatch is a decently fun multiplayer shooter that I feel fans of this genre will enjoy
    I give overwatch an 8.0/10    … Expand
  14. shmoore320
    May 27, 2016
    10
    This is the most fun I have ever spent playing a game since Goldeneye on 64. No lie, this game feels designed for me. I can see it has some less the positive user reviews and I can understand this. If you want a rich story, like to level for ability customization or if you are a COD fanatic this is not the game for you. But don't shy away from it if you feel like you are not good enoughThis is the most fun I have ever spent playing a game since Goldeneye on 64. No lie, this game feels designed for me. I can see it has some less the positive user reviews and I can understand this. If you want a rich story, like to level for ability customization or if you are a COD fanatic this is not the game for you. But don't shy away from it if you feel like you are not good enough for competitive shooters. I am talking to the people who buy Battlefield for the single player mode and want to play multiplayer but feel like they will get creamed and it wont be fun. This is fun. There is a hero for you, believe me you do not have to have a positive KD to be good at this game, that's what makes it great! I hated Battleborn, but love Overwatch it is unique. Give it a try.… Expand
  15. Bertoflyingfox
    May 24, 2016
    9
    It's a fast team shooter through and through. I've connected very quickly for every match and all the characters compliment each other really well. Visuals are colorful and the map design is great, solid 60fps for me.

    We're getting free modes, maps, and characters down the line too so this game will grow over time.

    Yeah, I'm enjoying this one. Time to get back in to it
  16. dvbranton
    May 24, 2016
    9
    Very fun game. It is a very fun shoot. It is fast and most matches are under 10 min so it is perfect for a short game session. The heroes are all different and different heroes can counter a different hero. For example is Bastion is killing everyone get Road hog and use the hook and Bastion will go down quickly. Unlike Battle Born you are allowed and encouraged to switch heroes. DontVery fun game. It is a very fun shoot. It is fast and most matches are under 10 min so it is perfect for a short game session. The heroes are all different and different heroes can counter a different hero. For example is Bastion is killing everyone get Road hog and use the hook and Bastion will go down quickly. Unlike Battle Born you are allowed and encouraged to switch heroes. Dont forget there will be free maps and heroes that will be available for free. Like Halo 5 micros will be cosmetic only when it is implemented. I also see the trolls are out rating the game as low with no comments those are the morons who have not played or cant comprehend how to play this game. This will be a game that will be in rotation of games for a very long time. Well worth your dime.… Expand
  17. nksd223
    Jun 9, 2016
    8
    overwatch is a good game i have been playing a lot of it for a good long while. now i have never been a blizzard fan, this being the first real game that i have played of theirs so far i am impressed. the characters are unique and well diversified, if i just showed you a screen shot of any of them you'd know who i was talking about. the game play is easy to pick up and master,so causaloverwatch is a good game i have been playing a lot of it for a good long while. now i have never been a blizzard fan, this being the first real game that i have played of theirs so far i am impressed. the characters are unique and well diversified, if i just showed you a screen shot of any of them you'd know who i was talking about. the game play is easy to pick up and master,so causal player and hard core. never once did i feel like i was being carried or had to carry any member of my team. i can go all day about + so i guess i can hit the negatives there is no main campaign tacked on at the last second. the price maybe a little high for the lack content right now but all things considered i have no problem giving it an 8/10… Expand
  18. GSinadinos
    Jul 12, 2016
    10
    Honestly, this game is fantastic. They did a good job honing the different characters and figuring out what they were going to create. The game has some drawbacks, but, knowing blizzard, that won't be a problem. This game has an incredible amount of potential and my friends and I have a blast playing it.
  19. vizzle311
    May 27, 2016
    8
    This is truly a great summer to be a shooter fan my friends.

    Overwatch is a very impressive game that shines in both polish and gameplay design. It really is designed to be about just 2 things: speed and the synergy between characters. It's really enjoyable to both play but also observe the interactions in each match. The game challenges players to constantly learn and become an    This is truly a great summer to be a shooter fan my friends.

    Overwatch is a very impressive game that shines in both polish and gameplay design. It really is designed to be about just 2 things: speed and the synergy between characters. It's really enjoyable to both play but also observe the interactions in each match. The game challenges players to constantly learn and become an effective team member that maximizes their contributions.

    I agree that it does need more maps and modes however I always feel better about an IP when it has an absolute financial JUGGERNAUT like Blizzard behind it. They will expand and improve the game immensely over the next 12 months and I think players can take that to the bank. I do not like the microtransactions in the slightest however it doesn't approach the absurdity of Halo 5 req packs and it's definitely subtle and not in your face.

    Also a little annoyed that I have to drop $60 on the console version and to some it may not be worth that much in it's current state. But right now I can say the Xbox live community is thriving and people are talking. For me, an active and passionate online community for a game adds at least $10 in value and Overwatch has that in spades already.

    Finally, I do have Battleborn and absolutely love that game. The comparisons and bashing make me angry b/c they really are different games at their cores. The only area I will compare the 2 is in character design and I give Battleborn the slightest edge just b/c some of them are so out there. Also, I love customizing my character build in each match and that is the ONLY aspect I wish Overwatch had however I understand why they didn't do it.

    Regardless, if you have the means get both right now because both games do what they should: BRING A BIG ASS SMILE TO MY FACE WHILE I BLAST SOMEONE AND THAT'S WHAT PLAYING A SHOOTER IS ALL ABOUT    … Expand
  20. liriktwitch
    May 29, 2016
    10
    Get a group of friends and have an amazing time. This is the next generation of FPS. The people are hating on this game are sad that their games will become irrelevant once Overwatch reigns king.
  21. illi4141
    May 28, 2016
    10
    Marvellous fun. Loving the consistency of the gameplay and environment and aesthetic and humour, unified and polished. Looking forward to many hours with it. Think Brink but with all issues solved and 5 years of highest quality revamp.
  22. DukeSilver
    Jun 7, 2016
    10
    I think I've finally come to the point where I am really, genuinely enjoying this game. What I've learned is that what this game lacks in multiplayer variation, it makes up for in excellent gameplay and a surprising amount of replay ability. One of the tricks to getting into Overwatch is learning how to use multiple character. This game isn't about getting kills; it's about playing theI think I've finally come to the point where I am really, genuinely enjoying this game. What I've learned is that what this game lacks in multiplayer variation, it makes up for in excellent gameplay and a surprising amount of replay ability. One of the tricks to getting into Overwatch is learning how to use multiple character. This game isn't about getting kills; it's about playing the objective, and learning how to us character's secret abilities to your advantage. Because of the focus on objective game types, I think the overall experience is much more friendly to people new to FPS's. Good job Blizzard.… Expand
  23. Dreizehn
    May 27, 2016
    10
    Best game so far to play with team mates. Perfectly balanced, fast, beautiful. Its gameplay is amazing and perfect and the team play dynamic requires organization and team work.
  24. tipp232
    May 27, 2016
    10
    In my ten years of gaming (I'm twenty-five), this is the most polished and balanced game I've ever played on launch day. I've always been a fan of CoD and Battlefield, however, CoD has become boring to me, and I need something else to satiate my FPS needs. With a delightful mix of strategy and gun-play, Overwatch has given me a gameplay experience that I haven't felt since CoD 4.

    No,    In my ten years of gaming (I'm twenty-five), this is the most polished and balanced game I've ever played on launch day. I've always been a fan of CoD and Battlefield, however, CoD has become boring to me, and I need something else to satiate my FPS needs. With a delightful mix of strategy and gun-play, Overwatch has given me a gameplay experience that I haven't felt since CoD 4.

    No, this game does not have a campaign. Yes, it costs $60. However, all future DLC will be free for owners of the game. Let's do a comparison between what CoD provides versus Overwatch for someone who wants a fun, semi-competitive FPS. If you're like me and play CoD for the multiplayer only, you'll pay $60 bucks for the base game and have to pay an additional $60 for the season pass, totaling $120 for each CoD's one year life cycle--assuming that you want the new content so the game doesn't get stale. For Overwatch, the initial $60 investment yields the same multiplayer-based return as CoD, only half the price. Also, with Blizzard's commitment to this game, I wouldn't be suprised if I play this game for two years or more--which would cost me at least $240 in the CoD franchise ($120 x 2 years). In lumping Overwatch in with previous multiplayer-only titles, you're doing yourself a great disservice and are completely wrong. Most of these other titles were almost unplayable on launch day, due to bugs and atrocious server performance. Overwatch's release displays Blizzard's respect for its fans; they want their fans to know that they genuinely care about the player experience, unlike some other AAA companies who begin marketing DLC release before the game's online performance issues are even fixed.

    Also, the recent two CoD developers (Sledgehammer & Treyarch) have gotten strong-armed by Activision to sell previously season pass included DLC content in supply drops. Blizzard has been a highly successful developer for the last 20 years (Starcraft & WoW) and has the backbone to stand up to Activision and refuse to have their micro DLC be anything other than cosmetic only. While Treyarch has done a fantastic job with BO3, they have been forced to create the contract system for supply drops and other filler content that only decrease the odds of getting the favored rare game content. Also, we have been promised an additional specialist for a while now. Where is it? It's almost time for the next CoD and there have been no additional specialists on the Xbox One, due to Activision forcing Vondy and the boys to include useless melee weapons and idiotic specialist taunts in the drops. I love BO3 and all of the CoD developers, but something has been lost for me over the past few years in the franchise, but I think Overwatch can fill this void for FPS gamers like myself.

    Lastly, for the people who say this game is for kids, please remind yourself of what happens in the post-game lobby in BO3 and the rediculous content that was in AW. This game is inherently strategical--much like Team Fortress--and requires its players to constantly adapt to the game situation. For more hardcore gamers like myself, Overwatch has a high skill ceiling with each character and requires more than just fast reflexes. If you've become tired of the CoD franchise, and other tactical shooters have failed to garner your interests--do yourself a favor and pick up a copy of Overwatch and re-live the initial euphoria that drew you to online gaming.    … Expand
  25. klaptrap
    Jun 5, 2016
    10
    Extremely addicting game, easily the best of the year. The visuals are gorgeous with creative locations and an amazing art style. Each character is unique and exploding with charm and personality. All of the different play-styles make this game very accessible since you can jump in and find a character that you can gravitate towards. The universe is interesting and is basically a mashExtremely addicting game, easily the best of the year. The visuals are gorgeous with creative locations and an amazing art style. Each character is unique and exploding with charm and personality. All of the different play-styles make this game very accessible since you can jump in and find a character that you can gravitate towards. The universe is interesting and is basically a mash up of The Terminator, Planet of the Apes, Mad Max, The Incredibles, Metal Gear Rising and more.

    The gameplay is the main draw, probably the smartest FPS in years. The reliance on teamwork is crucial which is refreshing. Filling in a role to contribute for your team feels a lot more meaningful than simply having a high kill count in other multiplayer games. The game is just extremely satisfying to play. And extremely addicting, you'll find yourself saying "1 more match!" for an hour straight.

    Overall the game is extremely creative, has deep gameplay mechanics and is a great mix of shooting and tactical cooperation. Just a great game, plus with free updates on the way it'll only get better and better. GOTY 2016    … Expand
  26. captainmorgan
    May 27, 2016
    9
    Overwatch is a blast.Visual treat and a joy to play.I just love the artisic style and it rewards you in small, but pleasing ways (skins etc).I play it as a game that i can pick up,have a half hour moment of madness and move on.Its not the sort of game i feel,or need to grind out for hours on end. Enbrace the backstory vids online which are amazing and bolt it on to the game itself, youOverwatch is a blast.Visual treat and a joy to play.I just love the artisic style and it rewards you in small, but pleasing ways (skins etc).I play it as a game that i can pick up,have a half hour moment of madness and move on.Its not the sort of game i feel,or need to grind out for hours on end. Enbrace the backstory vids online which are amazing and bolt it on to the game itself, you soon enjoy a genuinely fun, just play, have a blast and connect with a collection of of diverce characters that are avalible.… Expand
  27. Review_For_You
    Jun 9, 2016
    9
    First off i'm gonna start by saying this game is AMAZING. Over watch was rated the best Xbox one game of 2016 the 4th most discussed and the 4th most shared on meta critic alone. I have so far put about 24 hours into the game (I've had it for a week) i'm level 23 and I have spent about $30 extra on the game so far (on loot boxes) i have 2 legendary skins (golden) and I am in love with theFirst off i'm gonna start by saying this game is AMAZING. Over watch was rated the best Xbox one game of 2016 the 4th most discussed and the 4th most shared on meta critic alone. I have so far put about 24 hours into the game (I've had it for a week) i'm level 23 and I have spent about $30 extra on the game so far (on loot boxes) i have 2 legendary skins (golden) and I am in love with the game. There is so much detail in this game that just can't go ignored. Every character is fun to play in all game modes. The game feels pretty balanced and really easy to just pick up and play even if you have never played a game like it before. I think that blizzard really did a wonderful job on there newest game and i can't wait to get more updates heroes and maps.… Expand
  28. TheQuietGamer
    Sep 13, 2016
    8
    While perhaps not as rich in content as other team-based, class oriented multiplayer shooters, Overwatch is still able to make a case for itself thanks to tight gameplay and a strong cast of characters. You have a nice selection to choose from and each of them have their own abilities that set them apart from one another. They do lack true personality, but their different roles on theWhile perhaps not as rich in content as other team-based, class oriented multiplayer shooters, Overwatch is still able to make a case for itself thanks to tight gameplay and a strong cast of characters. You have a nice selection to choose from and each of them have their own abilities that set them apart from one another. They do lack true personality, but their different roles on the battlefield allow you to pick the ones that suit your play style.

    Even better is that you can change which character you're using either upon death or back at the spawn point. This ensures that you aren't locked into one character type for the entire match and allows you to change up your approach in order to combat whatever the other team is throwing at you. Each character is effective in their own way, with their own strengths and weaknesses to ensure that the entire thing is fairly balanced.

    The depth definitely comes from the characters. Figuring how best to use them and what scenarios they can help you overcome is a blast. Utilizing their different powers makes for frantic, exciting combat. The overall package is missing the potential for true depth though. That is due to the lack of modes.

    While what's here is fun and works, the lack of options in the mode department keep it from reaching the true depths of it's tactical potential. With a more diverse selection of match types, the sheer variety of potential situations mixed with the already diverse cast of characters and abilities on display, could have taken this to true heights of depth and strategy, on the fly, in cooperative multiplayer. As Overwatch expands, which is hopefully going to happen, the potential here could be reached and gamers could have another masterpiece on their hands. As of right now though, there are only two modes and an option for custom games. Something that may actually bore gamers after a while.

    This is also a multiplayer-only shooter. There's no campaign or single-player content of any kind. That alone could lead gamers to feel like they just got ripped off. Especially since that as of right now the game is still pretty close to that $60 price tag it launched with.

    Yet, even if it's a little bare bones in some areas, Overwatch can still provide hours of entertainment. Matches are fun and the characters are great. There's also a great system that lets players pat the person they think did the best in the match, be it on their team or the other, on the back. With a little fleshing out of the modes and personality, Overwatch has the potential to soar to the tops of multiplayer gameplay. As of right now, it's still a great game.    … Expand
  29. Lanksalot
    Jun 13, 2016
    10
    If you're a fan of team-based, objective, FPS games then this is the one for you. After spending countless hours, days, weeks, and years playing semi-competitive Team Fortress Classic Clan matches I longed for a game that brought back that feeling.

    Although TF2 was great, it wasn't what I essentially wanted at that point in time. Over the years I've warmed up to TF2 but Overwatch has    If you're a fan of team-based, objective, FPS games then this is the one for you. After spending countless hours, days, weeks, and years playing semi-competitive Team Fortress Classic Clan matches I longed for a game that brought back that feeling.

    Although TF2 was great, it wasn't what I essentially wanted at that point in time. Over the years I've warmed up to TF2 but Overwatch has hit that sweet spot for me when it comes to fast, competitive, and methodical team based action.

    If you're looking for an FPS that isn't just another iteration of CoD with a large user base of children, then Overwatch can fulfill that need.

    Right now the content is smaller than what one would expect from a 60$ game but for those who know and love Blizzard, more content will be on the way, and they'll listen to their fan base throughout the life span of the game.

    Although, if you're a fan of this genre and style you would know it's not a game with a story per se, a mission, or progression. It's about team work, strategy, and understanding not only your surroundings but players, on both sides.

    So strap in and hang tight as Overwatch is a fast and thrilling experience.    … Expand
  30. BobbyBD
    May 26, 2016
    10
    This game is certifiably awesome, welcoming to play, difficult to master, something for everyone. It's a must purchase for any shooter fan who likes team play. If you want mindless kill streaks stick with CoD.
  31. MaliceSpite
    May 27, 2016
    10
    This is what a game should be. It's fun and amazing looking. Game play is smooth.
    The move of the match is great compared to the final kill cam.
    I understand why there was so much hype behind this.
  32. Rimsie
    May 27, 2016
    9
    Really enjoying this. So many characters yet to try and its hard to call it a night. If your dismayed by people saying there are too few maps then don't worry. Not only are the current ones great but each game is fresh as tram play makes each battle different. Remember: Blizzard has confirmed that future maps and heroes for the game will be free content patches, not paid DLC releases.
  33. Goobolas
    May 24, 2016
    10
    All i can say is wow. The overall experience of this game wants me coming back for more. It just goes to show that just having fun in a video game can make the review process so easy! I had no problem hoping in and having a great time. I love each character as they play very uniquely, and have there own flow to them. The balances are very nice, and i see a lot of hate going on about theAll i can say is wow. The overall experience of this game wants me coming back for more. It just goes to show that just having fun in a video game can make the review process so easy! I had no problem hoping in and having a great time. I love each character as they play very uniquely, and have there own flow to them. The balances are very nice, and i see a lot of hate going on about the lack of content. You as the gamer makes the content. Each game has its own variable of different play types, and there is no meta as far as an OP character. Sure some may best to argue that fact, but i can play a character and choose what to do with the opposing enemy. All i can say is THANK YOU BLIZZARD! THANK YOU!… Expand
  34. MagikBus
    May 24, 2016
    10
    Simply put, I love this game!

    I just wanted to address the common complaints I hear about Overwatch, and add my two cents. 1. "There isn't enough content to justify the hefty price tag." This is a matter of personal opinion, it doesn't speak to the merits of the game itself. Personally, although games like Call of Duty have a fleshed out Campaign, I don't get any value out of the    Simply put, I love this game!

    I just wanted to address the common complaints I hear about Overwatch, and add my two cents.

    1. "There isn't enough content to justify the hefty price tag."
    This is a matter of personal opinion, it doesn't speak to the merits of the game itself. Personally, although games like Call of Duty have a fleshed out Campaign, I don't get any value out of the single player. I buy xbox games to play online multiplayer -- and Overwatch has some seriously compelling multiplayer! When I read a review I want to hear about the game -- not about how it's too expensive, that's a personal problem!

    2. "The netcode is crappy, only 20-tick!"
    I'm not sure if this is an issue on PC, but even on WiFi I enjoy very smooth gameplay with no "dying in cover" moments. The dedicated servers are responsive and from a technical perspective the game gets a 10/10 from me.

    3. "Microtransactions are a cash grab."
    The microtransactions are purely cosmetic, who cares?

    4. "This game will get boring fast, you just play the same 12 maps over and over again"
    The maps are incredibly well designed and intricate, playing on attack is a totally different experience than defense, which makes 12 maps feel more like 20. Also, it has been announced that new maps and heroes will be released for free.

    5. "The game is completely imbalanced"
    This complaint is total hyperbole, the game is very tightly balanced. Sure, some heroes may be a little stronger than others in certain situations, but the balance is incredibly refined, not an easy feat given the degree of asymmetry in nearly every design aspect of the game. In other words, git gud.

    Another reason I love this game on XBOX, sniping is much harder with a controller so less 1-shot-one-kill moments which aren't the most fun then when you're on the receiving end.

    TL;DR Many of the negative comments are unjustified and should be taken with a grain of salt. If you like fast paced, arcade type shooters pick this game up. Who am I kidding? You probably already have.

    10/10    … Expand
  35. Badmonk
    May 24, 2016
    10
    Blizzard have done it again!! The visuals and gameplay are silky smooth and all characters are fun to play!!
    This will be my 'goto' multiplayer game for a long time.....
    A very good selection of maps and classes to play and added stuff like loot drops, skins etc and of course Blizzard will support this game like crazy with new updates and features. For me this is up there with    Blizzard have done it again!! The visuals and gameplay are silky smooth and all characters are fun to play!!
    This will be my 'goto' multiplayer game for a long time.....
    A very good selection of maps and classes to play and added stuff like loot drops, skins etc and of course Blizzard will support this game like crazy with new updates and features. For me this is up there with multiplayer heavyweights like Team Fortress 2, Gears of War, Unreal Tournament, Counter Strike, Halo, Quake etc
    If you are into class based multiplayer FPS games then look no further :D    … Expand
  36. Virok
    May 24, 2016
    10
    This game is a master piece, I haven't had that joy by playing a shooter for sometime..
    We have a bunch of different characters, with different play styles that make you play in a very cooperative way to win as a team!
    The unique characters personality are also very good, as well as graphics, game play and sound effects.
    The only thing that I am missing is a single player mode.
  37. Cstriker01
    May 31, 2016
    9
    I wanted to hate the game, and I did the beta and I felt put off by it in some areas. The game is straight up Team Fortress 2 2.0. Nothing here is innovative and this game is one in a recent trend for Blizzard of competing against other genres by standing on the shoulders of giants...and taking their ideas to perfection (See Magic: The Gathering/Hearthstone, LoL and Dota2/Heroes of theI wanted to hate the game, and I did the beta and I felt put off by it in some areas. The game is straight up Team Fortress 2 2.0. Nothing here is innovative and this game is one in a recent trend for Blizzard of competing against other genres by standing on the shoulders of giants...and taking their ideas to perfection (See Magic: The Gathering/Hearthstone, LoL and Dota2/Heroes of the Storm, Everquest/WoW). The game might not be innovative, but what they did was amazing, fun, and with TONS of personality.

    What put me off at first was that the game "seemed" to lack depth, and being a 60$ multiplayer only title I was VERY reluctant to dive in. But lets look at the gameplay first: it is simple, and easy to jump into. Very easy...but what they did was take the simple Hero shooter formula and married to GREAT level design to allow the levels to be playground for counters and flanks while pushing objective based team play and then incorporated a HUGE cast of very fun Heroes to round things out. Each is very unique that range from Melee Ninjas, NASCAR Sponsored Mech pilots, to gliding medic Valkyrie's and Gunslinging cowboys. Each plays totally different and gives something for everyone stylistically.

    Usually I have an issue with no progression, and there is very little progression in this game beyond new skins and emotes and character models (of which the later are pretty impressive in design), but rather the game stands on its STRONG gameplay. Though I said the game is simple, don't make the same mistake I did and assume that it also meant a lack of depth...the skill ceiling is high, very high and thus rewarding players who master a Heroes skill sets, and this point right here has made me fall in love with the game.

    Now, the 60$ for Xbox One does suck compared to PC at 40$, in fact I would have rather Blizzard went 40$ on all systems and just make the game digital to avoid manufacturing costs and thus make the games price on par with PC. So, I stepped out on a limb based off of past Blizzard behavior. Blizzard has a GOOD habit supporting their product, so I dived in with the assumption that Blizzard will make good on what they said: free maps and free new heroes.

    All in all, this is an amazingly strong shooter with GREAT mechanics and a fun cast. 60$ is pretty high though for the content.    … Expand
  38. GameReviewJrnal
    Jun 18, 2016
    10
    One of the best multiplayer games to be released, ever. Some people compare this game to TF2 but I find there to be much more variety among classes and individual characters. Teamwork and class compatibility is necessary to win. If you try to play team deathmatch, you won't like this game nor will you win games. The more I play the game, the more I want to play it as I learn more aboutOne of the best multiplayer games to be released, ever. Some people compare this game to TF2 but I find there to be much more variety among classes and individual characters. Teamwork and class compatibility is necessary to win. If you try to play team deathmatch, you won't like this game nor will you win games. The more I play the game, the more I want to play it as I learn more about different characters. 90% of characters are OP which is a good thing, because they are OP if you know how to play them giving characters huge range.… Expand
  39. Hulsee47
    Jun 9, 2016
    9
    Solid 9

    Lots of fun
    Vast selection of fun characters, each with their own personalities
    Those play of the game kill cams are a nice touch

    Repetitive maps, need more!!!
    Some guys spam one character which can be annoying
  40. Druuuury23
    May 25, 2016
    10
    Amazing game. Sad to see all of the trolls giving this game a low score for literally no reason. The graphics are amazing, the characters are charming, and the game play is fun and addicting. and Blizzard will continue to support this game with free maps and characters in the future. And it works perfectly on the Xbox One, the controller handles well for the game. Definitely the funnestAmazing game. Sad to see all of the trolls giving this game a low score for literally no reason. The graphics are amazing, the characters are charming, and the game play is fun and addicting. and Blizzard will continue to support this game with free maps and characters in the future. And it works perfectly on the Xbox One, the controller handles well for the game. Definitely the funnest game I've played in a while.… Expand
  41. Callmejuicetin
    May 28, 2016
    8
    Lol why is this game getting such negative reviews?? It is actually an extremely fun game that I have enjoyed playing almost non-stop for the days since its release. I won't deny that the game does have a few issues. A few unbalanced characters and abilities such as the turret-builder on defense maps and the fact that if you don't play in a group you are almost certain to die can make theLol why is this game getting such negative reviews?? It is actually an extremely fun game that I have enjoyed playing almost non-stop for the days since its release. I won't deny that the game does have a few issues. A few unbalanced characters and abilities such as the turret-builder on defense maps and the fact that if you don't play in a group you are almost certain to die can make the game annoying at times, but these can be countered with future patches. Having a policy allowing only one of each specific character per team as well as providing an independent (non-group) search queue would go a long way to make this game more balanced. I feel these are the only major issues however as each character does have a lot of depth. Every character has their strengths as well as counters as well as positions in which they perform better. I have only played a handful of the characters and I have yet to understand any completely except for Mercy and Tracer. Whether or not this game will last beyond the first few months of existence is still a question left unanswered but I believe if the fans of this game continue to support it on top of Blizzard continuously working to improve and add content to this game, it can last well into the year and even years to come. The price is hit or miss for people but if you enjoyed the beta or want a unique FPS, it's well worth the $60 retail for what it offers.… Expand
  42. Moax2201
    May 27, 2016
    9
    Ok to start with this game is not 10/10 I've just put that to counterbalance the morons who are giving it ones.
    It's a 9/10. It would be a ten but it has micro transactions and that always knocks a point off for me.
    People saying it doesn't have a story, nope it dosent, but every match tells a story. it's got to be played to be understood, you can't just run around with a gun being    Ok to start with this game is not 10/10 I've just put that to counterbalance the morons who are giving it ones.
    It's a 9/10. It would be a ten but it has micro transactions and that always knocks a point off for me.

    People saying it doesn't have a story, nope it dosent, but every match tells a story. it's got to be played to be understood, you can't just run around with a gun being Rambo that's not what this game is! If your doing that your missing the point!
    If you refuse to embrace the game you are playing and keep playing the one you were playing *cough cough* cod, then your not going to have a good time, it's not cod! It's overwatch, it's a bit like TF 2 but with much more depth and some amazing maps, they don't top TF 2s maps yet but I can see blizzard pumping one out that might!

    Look this game is amazing, if you want to get told a deep story in an "interactive experience " you ain't going to get it here. But if you want the best VIDEO GAME for a generation, come get it!    … Expand
  43. GenXY
    May 29, 2016
    10
    What a stellar game. I haven't played this fun of a online shooter in many, many years. The User Scores on this site make absolutely NO SENSE, and it sort of ruins Metacritic's credibility.
  44. nadacure
    Jun 18, 2016
    10
    It's amazing how many users are comparing this as a failure to TF2 since it's paid or lacks content for $40, but fail to see the gaming world has change and micro transactions like LoL have stomped out most good PvP franchises.

    They have a lot to improve but they also seem to be improving as I played through the beta, so I'm hopeful.
  45. Danyraist
    Jun 1, 2016
    10
    How can it be possible find Overwatch with a so low user score? Overwatch runs well in everithing it does! Is it so normal to find a multiplayer game that runs well from the day one? Don't you remember Ghost Recon, or Battlefield 4, where it was impossible to play? Blizzard gave us a game where everything runs well, everything they did is perfect, what is not perfect is not present in theHow can it be possible find Overwatch with a so low user score? Overwatch runs well in everithing it does! Is it so normal to find a multiplayer game that runs well from the day one? Don't you remember Ghost Recon, or Battlefield 4, where it was impossible to play? Blizzard gave us a game where everything runs well, everything they did is perfect, what is not perfect is not present in the game. The game is funny, well balanced, competitive while you play with your full team and user friendly. I can see scripted games (rocket league and so on...) having a higher user score than Overwatch! Are you crazy? If you only consider that the game "is "honest", runs well in everything it does, and that it is funny, well balanced, that each version has been developed from zero (considering the use of the gamepad), you can not give that game a score lower than "8" or "9" . I agree with the metascore, I'm so sad (embittered) looking at players that do not appreciate the great work (localizations, netcode, balance, reactivity (response) of the pad, 1080/60 and so on), that Blizzard did for Overwatch. Maybe tha same players gave a higher score to games where each result is decided by the cpu (somethimes you win , sometimes you lose...) so to maintain always happy the players without demoralizing them, so that thay can continue to play. It is the business in many videogames today. Blizzard knowing that (unfortunately) it is the right way, decided to find an alternative option: in Overwatch you don't have matches piloted by the cpu ( you can find them in many many games!! ), but you will not find the statistics about how many times one of your ally has been killed, or similar things. In each match you will only find "the best of the match", so that no one can make a bad impression to his allies by reading the results of the match. Sorry if my english is not so good, but I had to write , hoping I managed to explain what I wanted to say.… Expand
  46. Maelzrael
    Dec 16, 2016
    10
    Played like 500 hours this year. Paid 60$ one time fee. Received free content and balance updates all year at a pretty high quality. The heroes are each a lot of fun, and just when you feel a little bored with your current picks, you will begin to learn new ones.. this keeps the game going for awhile. Only complaint is the human factor, some matches are ruined by toxic behaviour, butPlayed like 500 hours this year. Paid 60$ one time fee. Received free content and balance updates all year at a pretty high quality. The heroes are each a lot of fun, and just when you feel a little bored with your current picks, you will begin to learn new ones.. this keeps the game going for awhile. Only complaint is the human factor, some matches are ruined by toxic behaviour, but that's not the games fault.… Expand
  47. Drachmalius
    Jun 18, 2016
    10
    Don't listen to the hate, I beg you. This is a game that you have to try in order to understand whether it's for you or not. What do you look for in a shooter? This game offers a wonderful character roster that is so diverse and well thought out, it never gets boring. At least, after about 75 hours of gameplay I'm still hooked.

    There is a lack of content from a strictly maps/story    Don't listen to the hate, I beg you. This is a game that you have to try in order to understand whether it's for you or not. What do you look for in a shooter? This game offers a wonderful character roster that is so diverse and well thought out, it never gets boring. At least, after about 75 hours of gameplay I'm still hooked.

    There is a lack of content from a strictly maps/story perspective, but Blizzard has opted for quality over quantity, and it shows. The game is so lovingly crafted to provide you with hours of entertainment with no strings attached. No season pass, no worrying about progression or cards or anything weird that gets in the way of playing. Microtransactions are limited to cosmetics, once you purchase the game that's it. You're done if that's what you want. Blizzard is going to support this game for a long time, you're purchase will still mean something in the coming years.

    All in all, this is simply a delightful shooter that has brought me much enjoyment so far this summer and I'll continue to play until it gets old. Which isn't going to be anytime soon...you owe it to yourself to give this game a try and see what all the fuss is about. It truly saddens me that some people are unable to just let go and enjoy the fun that there is to be had, but it's only their loss.    … Expand
  48. gup
    May 30, 2016
    9
    i have over 24 hours logged on this game, and by far this is one of most fun games i played in a while. The game really shines when you have a couple of buddies playing together. So far, this game is worth the price.
  49. Paperfox
    Sep 4, 2016
    10
    THE BEST GAME IN THE UNIVERSE: A game gifted from the GODS of ROCK N ROLL ... It's a HIT!
    And here's why ...
    Blizzard has knocked one out of the park here ... What they may not know is how actually AWSOME this game really is ... or maybe they do? ... cos ... It's perfected to a shiny polish of excellence that illuminates and magnifies all ya top moves ... It has nigh on perfect physics    THE BEST GAME IN THE UNIVERSE: A game gifted from the GODS of ROCK N ROLL ... It's a HIT!
    And here's why ...
    Blizzard has knocked one out of the park here ... What they may not know is how actually AWSOME this game really is ... or maybe they do? ... cos ... It's perfected to a shiny polish of excellence that illuminates and magnifies all ya top moves ...
    It has nigh on perfect physics ...
    It makes you feel like a Jedi Master ...
    And if that was not enough ...
    It gives me Hanzo to play with ...
    And the games soars to another level of addiction ...
    Cos ...
    I AM Hanzo! ... only kidding ... but I'n pretty good ( I think )
    But to keep this review short n sweet .. This is what I think in a nutshell ...
    Overwatch is what ALL other games shall now have to strive to match ... Cos with Overwatch, YOU'RE THERE ... In the ZONE ... And it's the perfect balance of skill and fun. It can raise the hairs on yer back all the while spinning its magical world around you and pulling you in ... Overwatch should be main stream TV ... Get with it world ... Gaming is where it's at ... and Blizzard ... please make a Jousting game ... And you'll become the Gaming Gods of Rock n Roll ... Although ... I do believe may already have ...
    Right, enough babble ... I'm going in ... as Hanzo ... I must have the Golden Bow!    … Expand
  50. DNAcritic
    Jun 18, 2016
    9
    I believe that blizzard hit it out of the park with this one. The game brings together a lot of familiar and lovable game mechanics to its diverse cast of 21 heroes. To me this feels like the tf2 that I can finally enjoy in 2016. Its a new, polished coat of paint to a number of game mechanics that im glad to see return. I hope the game keeps a steady stream of free content throughout theI believe that blizzard hit it out of the park with this one. The game brings together a lot of familiar and lovable game mechanics to its diverse cast of 21 heroes. To me this feels like the tf2 that I can finally enjoy in 2016. Its a new, polished coat of paint to a number of game mechanics that im glad to see return. I hope the game keeps a steady stream of free content throughout the next few years so that it can keep its rapidly expanding player base interested.… Expand
  51. Michu0609
    Jun 22, 2016
    10
    This game is so funny. Every Character have his own strongs and weaknesses. The Maps are small, but every Round it plays differently... because every Team Composition, let feel the Round different .
  52. RookOnzo
    Dec 20, 2016
    10
    I almost didn't pick up this game due to the childish look of the game. It looked like the market audience was geared for the WOW or TF crowd. That being said. The immersive game play is a blast. I have more hours of play into this than nearly any of my other games. This is one of the rare games that are fun to play even when you find yourself losing at times. Every round of play feelsI almost didn't pick up this game due to the childish look of the game. It looked like the market audience was geared for the WOW or TF crowd. That being said. The immersive game play is a blast. I have more hours of play into this than nearly any of my other games. This is one of the rare games that are fun to play even when you find yourself losing at times. Every round of play feels like a chess game full of options and attacks. Every team is faced with decisions and the small individual can do great things to sway the tide of battle. Team balance and cohesion is everything. You can take this game as seriously as you want to. There are professional MLG level players and there are very laid back fun matches. Literally every character is enjoyable to play.

    Well done Blizzard. Coming from an Eve player sworn off of games like WOW you have earned my respect with this masterpiece.    … Expand
  53. Kubasa_Undead
    Jul 24, 2017
    10
    I would really like to write something inspiring, but I can't think of anything. Instead, I'm just gonna say what comes to my mind. The game is great. The last time I've had so much fun with multiplayer FPS game was in Team Fortress 2 era. They are very similar, but Overwatch has so much more heroes. Each and every one of them has different play style and "flow". There something forI would really like to write something inspiring, but I can't think of anything. Instead, I'm just gonna say what comes to my mind. The game is great. The last time I've had so much fun with multiplayer FPS game was in Team Fortress 2 era. They are very similar, but Overwatch has so much more heroes. Each and every one of them has different play style and "flow". There something for everybody. There are a lot of game modes and maps to play on, and Blizzard is still adding more which is very good and means that they care about this game. I'm hooked onto this game and think I will be playing it for a long time.… Expand
  54. Bharvey
    Dec 11, 2017
    10
    This game is fun to play, easy to pick up, but hard to master. This game has interesting take on the first person online shooter genre, with many unique and diverse characters to chose from, along with diverse maps and game modes to play. This game is great for people who are getting tired of call of duty and battlefield.
  55. Cpillow
    Dec 20, 2017
    9
    A game with incredibly longevity. I have spent an unbelievable amount of hours in "Overwatch", and yet I still find myself revising it on a semi-regular basis. Having twenty-six, (at the time of this writing), playable characters that are all distinct makes it so that the appeal is longer lasting than that of a Call of Duty game. Personal favorites of mine include Sombra, Soldier 76,A game with incredibly longevity. I have spent an unbelievable amount of hours in "Overwatch", and yet I still find myself revising it on a semi-regular basis. Having twenty-six, (at the time of this writing), playable characters that are all distinct makes it so that the appeal is longer lasting than that of a Call of Duty game. Personal favorites of mine include Sombra, Soldier 76, Doomfist, and Orisa. Some of the characters aren't as great, (Symmetra and Ana), but with so many different play-styles it rarely gets stale. In addition, characters are added as well as maps and seasonal events, and all of these additions are FREE. For someone who isn't that good at first-person shooters, Overwatch is one of the best out there and one that I have enjoyed playing for almost two years now, and don't see me putting down anytime soon.… Expand
  56. Cyrodin
    Jan 1, 2018
    10
    Another masterpiece by Blizzard. The gameplay is so much fun, with over 20 different heroes (each with unique abilities)! Probably the best thing about this game is its lore and overall story. It´s so well written and you will probably get really interested in it, because of its poignant moments and fun characters. Its game modes are similar, but still pretty good. The maps are also niceAnother masterpiece by Blizzard. The gameplay is so much fun, with over 20 different heroes (each with unique abilities)! Probably the best thing about this game is its lore and overall story. It´s so well written and you will probably get really interested in it, because of its poignant moments and fun characters. Its game modes are similar, but still pretty good. The maps are also nice and detailed, with hints of each characters backstories. Overall, it´s just a really awesome game, complete with multiple events and new heroes. But again, it´s not perfect, because of a missing campaign, some bad updates, bugs or glitches, bad patching and some frustrating things. It´s still really good.… Expand
  57. Tenchi_Jay
    Sep 18, 2016
    8
    I'll be honest, I'm not a fan of any first-person action games because my aim is always terrible. The character design and charm of Overwatch drew me in and I'm hooked. It provides choices for almost any player & their play styles. It gives every player the chance to feel like an important member of a team and it's just plain fun!

    If there were more game modes and the infamous    I'll be honest, I'm not a fan of any first-person action games because my aim is always terrible. The character design and charm of Overwatch drew me in and I'm hooked. It provides choices for almost any player & their play styles. It gives every player the chance to feel like an important member of a team and it's just plain fun!

    If there were more game modes and the infamous purchase/unlockables system was different this game would have scored higher. If you haven't played Overwatch though, you need to jump in!    … Expand
  58. twos
    Apr 25, 2017
    9
    genuinely excellent first person pvp arena game.
    The major issue I have with the game tends to be more based around community than gameplay, this game draws arrogant solo "carriers" to it like moths to the flame, a character trait which is detrimental to a game that relies so heavily on calculated and effective team work and cooperation. So often you play with abusive players who claim to    genuinely excellent first person pvp arena game.
    The major issue I have with the game tends to be more based around community than gameplay, this game draws arrogant solo "carriers" to it like moths to the flame, a character trait which is detrimental to a game that relies so heavily on calculated and effective team work and cooperation. So often you play with abusive players who claim to be carrying teams and blame their player ratings on others rather than acknowledging that there may in fact be a skill deficit between confidence and ability. I think these sore losers are probably responsible for a large quantity of the negative reviews. (don't get me wrong I lose plenty. I just accept my limitations)

    - addressing peoples concerns about lack of story, this game is developed around the idea of an interactive community the story content related to character depth is often in the form of external media which you can chose to access or not, some of the movie shorts created for characters are really entertaining and some of the character lines and interactions in waiting rooms leave you wondering what is going there.
    -game depth, this is achieved through a large character class counter system which works remarkably well with constant free updates and patches to work on balancing.
    -game runs and controls smooth and is incredibly entertaining I acknowledge the statement that it is in many ways a rip off of team fortress, this is accurate.    … Expand
  59. Drakon
    Aug 11, 2016
    8
    Overwatch's greatest quality is the fun factor. When I look for something to play, above all else, I want to have fun, and without a doubt Overwatch is damn fun. There are few experiences that compare to sitting down playing with six friends. The characters are masterfully crafted to allow for many different play styles. The maps are tactfully built to allow for competitive strategy.Overwatch's greatest quality is the fun factor. When I look for something to play, above all else, I want to have fun, and without a doubt Overwatch is damn fun. There are few experiences that compare to sitting down playing with six friends. The characters are masterfully crafted to allow for many different play styles. The maps are tactfully built to allow for competitive strategy. I also appreciate that Blizzard is following through with their promise for long term support of this game. Having already released a new hero and a surprise Olympics event, I feel certain that there is much more to come for this game, promised at no extra cost. The only real problem with the launch of this game, is that there is not enough Overwatch. Looking at the game on release compared to the beta, I personally fail to see much difference other than some balancing. We didn't see any new maps, new characters, or any new modes. I think that while it is good that they did a "balance" test while also doing a stress test, it really took away from that "new game" wonder when you play a game for the first time. Hopefully with the promised updates to Overwatch we can watch this game grow and expand into the amazing experience it has already shown it can be.… Expand
  60. Miguelxdz
    Jun 21, 2016
    9
    This is a only multiplayer game, right now the content might look limited, i won't argue that there are very little maps for a only multiplayer game but more content is coming. Blizzard has stated that the DLC will be completely free, it also has a loot boxes system. They give you a loot box every time you level up with is fairly often, the problem is that most of the time they give youThis is a only multiplayer game, right now the content might look limited, i won't argue that there are very little maps for a only multiplayer game but more content is coming. Blizzard has stated that the DLC will be completely free, it also has a loot boxes system. They give you a loot box every time you level up with is fairly often, the problem is that most of the time they give you really bad stuff but they are only cosmetics so it is not that big of a deal.
    The character design is one of the strongest points in the game, they are very diverse and cool looking, right now the number of heroes is 21 and they make for very diverse games. The game is smoothly balanced, sometimes some characters can feel a little cheap but you just need some coordination to deal with it.
    The gameplay is the best aspect of the game, the maps are design so that every character be the best at what it does. There are not many maps right now but i have never felt bored. If you like this kind of games and have some friends to play it give it a shot.    … Expand
  61. pajama_dad
    Oct 31, 2016
    8
    A lot of the low scores are based on misunderstandings of the games systems, but plenty of them make good points.

    The game is fantastic. Gameplay is fast and easy to pick up, but rewards skill and teamwork heavily. Players at all skill levels can play and enjoy themselves. Does the game lack content? Kinda... There are two basic objectives- capture a point, and escort a payload that    A lot of the low scores are based on misunderstandings of the games systems, but plenty of them make good points.

    The game is fantastic. Gameplay is fast and easy to pick up, but rewards skill and teamwork heavily. Players at all skill levels can play and enjoy themselves.

    Does the game lack content? Kinda... There are two basic objectives- capture a point, and escort a payload that are used and sometimes combined in mostly asymmetric matches. There are a number of maps that do feel similar at times. However, the characters are each different enough that the lack of single-player campaign can be overlooked if you take the time to learn most of them.

    If you are the type to only play with 1 or 2 characters this game might seem lacking at $60.

    For those willing to learn the various toons in the game this is easily 8 out of 10.

    If not, this is a strong 6- above average, buy used.    … Expand
  62. hiruma87
    Apr 28, 2017
    8
    si es un juego vacio sin historia ni nada por el estilo mas que el multijugador pero esta genial y la comunidad de jugadores lo han mantenido vivo en lo personal un gran juego aunque debio de estar ligeramente mas barato y que las micro transacciones apestam
  63. artimis
    Mar 20, 2017
    8
    Game is a lot of fun, especially if you're with friends playing for fun. Its worth a try. Only major downsides is blizzard has some issues balancing, and it lacks some content and story, if you play competitively as well it can get really old and boring fast but it is a fun game!
  64. jorgegom87
    Oct 7, 2016
    9
    Overwatch is a game that is perfect for different people:

    --> People who wants to play without complications --> People who has no time to play 1600+ hours in a game (or at least in a row --> People who like competitive play. It's easy to get into, but is Hard AF to dominate it. Said that, is a game that is lack of content. Really, it has few maps, and 3 game modes, but it    Overwatch is a game that is perfect for different people:

    --> People who wants to play without complications
    --> People who has no time to play 1600+ hours in a game (or at least in a row
    --> People who like competitive play.

    It's easy to get into, but is Hard AF to dominate it.

    Said that, is a game that is lack of content.
    Really, it has few maps, and 3 game modes, but it costs like a game with a great story and great multiplayer, lacking the half of it.

    So, I give it a 9, because is funny and enjoyable, but, with the thinking that it costed more than it really costs. Anyway, if a game gives you the fun you are looking, and you spend some hours in it... Who cares of how much it costs?    … Expand
  65. Lukecali97
    Sep 12, 2016
    8
    over watch is a fun(if you don't take it to seriously) team based first person shooter and I say it is the most balanced cooperative first person shooter iv ever seen although at the time of this review I think widow maker needs a desperate buff and zarya need a bit of a nerf since no character can counter her right now but other than that I wouldn't change anything balance wise I reallyover watch is a fun(if you don't take it to seriously) team based first person shooter and I say it is the most balanced cooperative first person shooter iv ever seen although at the time of this review I think widow maker needs a desperate buff and zarya need a bit of a nerf since no character can counter her right now but other than that I wouldn't change anything balance wise I really love how almost every character has their own strength and their own weakness and although not perfect I love seeing the play of the game at the end of the match even if it is just a mercy revive or a bastion multikill
    the physics and the graphics in the game is amassing
    but now to address the two boxes this game didn't tick for me
    this game dose suffer from a lack of content and a lack of a story mode which is clear to me that blizzard chose quality over quantity which is better then a game that has 200 plus hours of **** but since their are games such as Skyrim and the witcher 3 that can demonstrate that you can have both of these things in one game their was no way I could ever give this game a 10 out of 10 score and it hurts to because I look at all of the animated shorts on YouTube that this game has and it makes me think how awesome it would be if every character had their own hour or two story mode like some fighting games do if blizzard had that for overmatch at the quality of those animated shorts I would off had no problem giving this game a 10 out of 10
    but overall I do love this game and I be exited to see a e sports for this game and more of those animated shorts and more content in the future    … Expand
  66. TheCrafter
    Jun 7, 2016
    9
    What people don't understand when viewing user reviews it is their opinion, I feel that this game does need more content, OK, but there has been one instance with lag and I live in the US, the game is one of the most balanced games out there, finally the devs will add more content to freshen up the game, take this review with a grain of salt if you want but overwatch is a great gameWhat people don't understand when viewing user reviews it is their opinion, I feel that this game does need more content, OK, but there has been one instance with lag and I live in the US, the game is one of the most balanced games out there, finally the devs will add more content to freshen up the game, take this review with a grain of salt if you want but overwatch is a great game recommend you check it out, also if you have a PC get it for that it is the best version because it is $50.… Expand
  67. Borschkovski
    Jun 29, 2016
    8
    The Good:

    -Solid mechanics -Easy to pick up and play -Easy to find matches -A fair amount of customization -Good match length -Lots of characters to choose from -Fun with strangers or friends -Few squeakers on mic The bad: -Some characters are too good (e.g. Torbjörn and Mei) -Some characters are useless (e.g. Symmetra or D. Va) -Few maps -Only three game modes: king of    The Good:

    -Solid mechanics
    -Easy to pick up and play
    -Easy to find matches
    -A fair amount of customization
    -Good match length
    -Lots of characters to choose from
    -Fun with strangers or friends
    -Few squeakers on mic

    The bad:
    -Some characters are too good (e.g. Torbjörn and Mei)
    -Some characters are useless (e.g. Symmetra or D. Va)
    -Few maps
    -Only three game modes: king of the hill, payload, and attack/defense
    -Ultimates are a mixed bag (Soldier: 76 has an extremely strong one but Tracer has a nearly useless one)
    -Although it may be an issue with the Xbox community, nobody wants to be a healer and everybody wants to be a sniper    … Expand
  68. GamesXtreme
    Aug 31, 2016
    8
    Like one of our favourite table top RPG games, it's fast, furious, and fun. It doesn't necessarily tax the braincells but co-op play is fun and with the absence of on screen loot drops, it doesn't mean you are left cursing as someone beats you to a weapons upgrade or ammo cache, and that makes a welcome change.

    Oh and camping? Not much of an issue here I've found, even with the new DLC    Like one of our favourite table top RPG games, it's fast, furious, and fun. It doesn't necessarily tax the braincells but co-op play is fun and with the absence of on screen loot drops, it doesn't mean you are left cursing as someone beats you to a weapons upgrade or ammo cache, and that makes a welcome change.

    Oh and camping? Not much of an issue here I've found, even with the new DLC character Ana, who is clearly a sniper, camping is not encouraged because if you stay in one spot you will soon find yourself having to play 'catch up' with the rest of your unit.

    This is also a factor when you die, and is a minus point against it. There are times when you re-spawn some distance away from your comrades, so you have to run like the clappers to catch them up. Sometimes the fight can end before you can get there, especially in the dying seconds of the match making you feel, 'heck I missed mop up!' which can cost you some XP.

    All in all it's fun. Is it a must buy? CoD players and Destiny players will probably think not. People who like their sessions to be relatively quick without a mission based grind however may find this more appealing. It all depends on what you are looking for and for some time, I admit the coin was up in the air. I say worth getting but the coin almost fell on the side of must buy.    … Expand
  69. Sam3336
    Aug 15, 2017
    9
    This is definitely another awesome pvp game developed by Blizzard Entertainment, with an epic range of groovy heroes and fancy maps to get your battle on! The maps, graphics, controls, game features gameplay are well designed and swiss as! What i love most about the game, is the different game choices to choose from, such as quick play, arcade, game browser, competitive, lockoutThis is definitely another awesome pvp game developed by Blizzard Entertainment, with an epic range of groovy heroes and fancy maps to get your battle on! The maps, graphics, controls, game features gameplay are well designed and swiss as! What i love most about the game, is the different game choices to choose from, such as quick play, arcade, game browser, competitive, lockout elimination and total mayhem. The voting system, at the end of a match is just an ego boost for players and means nothing. I highly recommend this game to anyone, as i find that it's highly captivating and it is for all audiences who want a good taste of first person pvp action.… Expand
  70. camo1902
    Aug 11, 2016
    9
    Yes the amount of content leaves a little to be desired (DLC will fix this), but in every other regard this game is absolutely perfect. Another winner for Blizzard, that can be enjoyed by all ages.
  71. DrezKy
    Feb 26, 2017
    10
    I have just about reached 1000 hours in Overwatch and have finally decided to leave a review. First off, a lot of people say that the game has a lack of content, which it does, If you actually sit down and play this game for a long time, you won't notice it. People also say it can get boring, which is a personal thing. I have been playing overwatch ever since it has released with the lackI have just about reached 1000 hours in Overwatch and have finally decided to leave a review. First off, a lot of people say that the game has a lack of content, which it does, If you actually sit down and play this game for a long time, you won't notice it. People also say it can get boring, which is a personal thing. I have been playing overwatch ever since it has released with the lack of content, and not getting bored. Also people who keep saying that this is a team fortress 2 ripoff, just stop. It isn't all that much like team fortress. The variety of characters in overwatch is much better and more different than TF2, and story behind these characters are much better. The gameplay in overwatch is amazing, and much more fun than any other shooter I played. The animated shorts that Blizzard makes are awesome. Overall I have rated Overwatch as my #1 game of all time. I haven't spent as much time on any other game as i have overwatch. The fun and joy overwatch brings me is just amazing and no other game has given me that. Like I said, overwatch isn't for everyone. If you don't like games that are repetitive, then that's fine. There is only one thing that I hate about overwatch. The community. In the first 3 months of Overwatch's release the community was great. I didn't come across one toxic player ever. But after that the toxicity you would find in overwatch is nearly 100%. There is a hero that I play all the time (still today as well) that if i played him in the first 3 months, no one would get mad, but now if i choose him, i get reported, called a troll, told to switch, or even they would throw matches. This game is great if you can deal with a over-toxic community.… Expand
  72. Spillzer
    Apr 2, 2017
    9
    This game is a blast to play. My friends told me to play it so i got it and it was worth every penny. If you are looking for a fast paced, team based game, this is for you. It is fairly easy to learn characters. There are a few characters that are annoying to play against, but that comes with all games.
  73. iAmKindler
    May 31, 2017
    8
    Yes, the full price is hard to swallow, yes the content is kinda light but to everyone wondering what would Overwatch F2P look like, I say Paladins... the mechanics are solid but nowhere as good, coupled with the difference in art quality and overall polish makes the 60€ entry fee a bit easier on the eyes.
  74. Rafizans
    Aug 8, 2017
    9
    Overwatch is a stepping stone to what multiplayer games are heading to in this generation of gaming. It is an addicting, enjoyable experience to anyone interested in online shooters. There are plenty of characters to choose from (25 at the time of this post), each with their own special abilities and playstyles, and unique personalities. The maps and their level design are visuallyOverwatch is a stepping stone to what multiplayer games are heading to in this generation of gaming. It is an addicting, enjoyable experience to anyone interested in online shooters. There are plenty of characters to choose from (25 at the time of this post), each with their own special abilities and playstyles, and unique personalities. The maps and their level design are visually appealing and their obstacles encourage different ways to approach a situation. Graphics aren't realistic compared to games like Battlefield, but the art style is an absolute charm to look at, making it differ from other first-person shooter out there. Sound design and the soundtrack itself is stellar and iconic; it blends in very well with whatever part of the game you are in (main menu, map themes, gameplay, after-game etc.) The gameplay is diverse, versatile, and innovative, presenting players to think carefully on how to handle enemy players. Team work is essential in Overwatch and communication is key, and after joining up with my friends we had a blast playing together, conversing on how we will handle objectives and such. I must say though that some heroes perform better than others, meaning that the diversity of who to choose from decreases. This is especially evident in competititve mode, where for most games, I had come across very similar team builds, making the gameplay experience slightly repetitive and stale. Of course, Blizzard can buff and nerf certain heroes to improve the balance of the multiplayer. Overwatch is hands down of the best multiplayer experiences I've had in gaming and one that you should try for yourself.… Expand
  75. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Sep 2, 2018
    9
    "Overwatch" is an instant classic that joins the ranks of the all-time great competitive shooters. It's "Team Fortress" for a whole new generation. Featuring a cartoon-like presentation and the most iconic roster since "Street Fighter IV", it's a highly accessible game that is a lot of fun to play. Each character offers their own unique weapons and abilities to master. There's also tons of"Overwatch" is an instant classic that joins the ranks of the all-time great competitive shooters. It's "Team Fortress" for a whole new generation. Featuring a cartoon-like presentation and the most iconic roster since "Street Fighter IV", it's a highly accessible game that is a lot of fun to play. Each character offers their own unique weapons and abilities to master. There's also tons of unlocks and a nice variety of well-designed maps. Its only shortcoming is the lack of modes, but the constant updates make up for it. Overall, I would rate this with a 9.4 out of 10.… Expand
  76. ywoopery
    Jul 24, 2017
    10
    Blizzard knows how to construct a whole world even without a campaing mode. The personality of the characters are extremely very well executed and It makes the game a lot funnier to play.
  77. Direwolf73
    Aug 18, 2017
    8
    Blizzard has a solid history of taking a type of game tweaking it and than just making it work at a level of greatness that is just plain fun. Tons of well thought out detailed characters add to the fun that in essence is a simple first person shooter with no in game story beyond the lore they provide outside the game. The graphics are awesome and the mechanics work well. It is a ton ofBlizzard has a solid history of taking a type of game tweaking it and than just making it work at a level of greatness that is just plain fun. Tons of well thought out detailed characters add to the fun that in essence is a simple first person shooter with no in game story beyond the lore they provide outside the game. The graphics are awesome and the mechanics work well. It is a ton of fun. A solid story driven single player campaign mode that was the background of all of the characters would be nice and make this a 10 in my book.… Expand
  78. JDfluffybunny02
    Oct 18, 2017
    9
    Overwatch is by pretty far one of my favourite games to play whether I'm by myself or with others. when by myself there are many game modes to choose from which could be fast paced to medium paced. The levelling up system works very well and i personally love the fact that it takes a long time to get to the maximum level. there are frequent updates of which are events or new characters toOverwatch is by pretty far one of my favourite games to play whether I'm by myself or with others. when by myself there are many game modes to choose from which could be fast paced to medium paced. The levelling up system works very well and i personally love the fact that it takes a long time to get to the maximum level. there are frequent updates of which are events or new characters to play as meaning that if you don't have anything to do then you should soon have a knew game mode or character to mess around with for a while. When playing any of the game modes i promise you that you will be entertained due to the pace being perfect to keep your attention and at the same time not overload your hands so that you can't play the game, in other words its definitely a game made for many different people.
    The graphics of the game are pretty good and the animations and noise system are very entertaining, it is a skill based game and the longer that you play the better you will get. there are in game purchases but none of which would give advantages to other players, the in game purchasers give you skins and voice lines and the boxes that you are buying with your money can easily be won in game without paying anything at all.
    Altogether i believe that Overwatch is a very fun to play game for many ages and everything about it is pretty spot on, there isn't much that i would change about this game other than maybe adding a campaign because i believe it could be very fun if they did it right.    … Expand
  79. lemmingninja
    Nov 30, 2017
    10
    I don't typically enjoy multiplayer-only titles, however Overwatch pulled me in, and it deserves a 10 for three main reasons.
    1) It's fun. The diversity of the characters, the objective oriented gameplay, and the sheer mobility of most of the characters make the gameplay very fun.
    2) It's functional. Seriously, the game works. It works well. The balance is carefully curated, and the    I don't typically enjoy multiplayer-only titles, however Overwatch pulled me in, and it deserves a 10 for three main reasons.
    1) It's fun. The diversity of the characters, the objective oriented gameplay, and the sheer mobility of most of the characters make the gameplay very fun.
    2) It's functional. Seriously, the game works. It works well. The balance is carefully curated, and the meta, while constantly shifting, always does feel balanced. The game-modes aren't monotonous, even though they are objective oriented which can be problematic sometimes.
    3) It's *supported.* Jeff Kaplan and the overwatch team Support the game and remain engaged with the community. They're constantly adding heroes and adding new modes and maps to make the game fun. They're adjusting abilities to move the meta towards an essentially impossible goal of perfect balance. They're working to make sure that the players, who support the game through loot-box purchases, remain happy, and that's amazing. And rare. And it should be emphasized.

    Certain developers could take some hints from Blizzard on this one (I'm looking at you, EA.)    … Expand
  80. Naruto78909
    Apr 2, 2018
    10
    Overwatch is a great game the graphics are great the characters are good exepht that op mei and bastion the maps are all great the game is bascally a bigger and way more improved of tf2 witch is a great game
  81. nakoll
    May 3, 2018
    10
    Its great game and online multiplayer experience. Plus lots of events and new updates to support the fun... Its better than just boring shoot em up fortnite or call of duty....
  82. Crowzz64_
    Apr 20, 2018
    8
    I loved, the game is a lot of fun. Mainly the events that happen during the year. If you like FPS Multiplayer. Purchase !!!
    I Just do not give 10, because the console versions do not have a
    report system
  83. Yadonkadamoo
    Apr 26, 2018
    9
    Overwatch is a brilliant game with a diverse group of characters with many different abilities, weapons, and looks, but where the game really shines is with it's team based fighting, that may seem quite overwhelming to an on-looker. The objective-based shooter is filled to the brim with wacky character design and colorful creations. From the outside this may seem like a distraction, inOverwatch is a brilliant game with a diverse group of characters with many different abilities, weapons, and looks, but where the game really shines is with it's team based fighting, that may seem quite overwhelming to an on-looker. The objective-based shooter is filled to the brim with wacky character design and colorful creations. From the outside this may seem like a distraction, in game this is actually a masterpiece. You could get lost for hours playing as one character without even thinking of switching, and you could be wondering how all of these different characters can be in a single game. It's absolutely outstanding that a game with almost no in-game story-line can be so full of creative character. This game will have you feeling immersed for long periods of time and with every death or kill will have you jumping out of your seat with excitement.… Expand
  84. Hessioni
    May 3, 2018
    9
    I love this game and all the constant updates blizzard brings out weather it’s new heroes, new maps, new events or even tweaking existing characters. I love that Blizzard always listens to our feedback but the downside is the somewhat toxic community
  85. ToshiroUchiha
    Oct 18, 2018
    8
    This is a great game if you could snatch it for anything below 50$ i say do it you will enjoy it gameplay if nice and Blizzard unlike a lot of gaming companies are actually active and giving out patches on characters that seem broken. every new character they drop brings a special element into the game but aren't forcing out the old ones like a game like Siege does by making charactersThis is a great game if you could snatch it for anything below 50$ i say do it you will enjoy it gameplay if nice and Blizzard unlike a lot of gaming companies are actually active and giving out patches on characters that seem broken. every new character they drop brings a special element into the game but aren't forcing out the old ones like a game like Siege does by making characters like Glaz useless unless your a MLG level dude. the Maps are nicely spaced and they have a lot of easter eggs on them and its cool to hear what each character says when they enter a map or what they can say to each other. don't get me wrong the game has it flaws though one big one can legit be the community idk what can the makers do about the community but I've played games in ranked where either this player doesn't belong in ranked or he's just simply trolling bad and at time players will run with no tank or healers and get smoked? Another problem is sometimes spawn killing and how theirs no defense against it games like Siege has it where you can pick where you spawn and i suggest overwatch follow suit cause its annoying to be leaving your spawn as a mercy then BAM widow-maker shoots you and your dead or a bastion hiding in a corner waiting for you to leave. like i stated this is a great game and if you could get it for 50$ or less ill say take it maybe even 55$ cause unlike most game like this its not a PAY TO WIN all new characters that drop are free skins voice lines and spray paint you cant earn with money you have to get on the game around that time and earn it by grinding loot boxes ik most people arent a fan of it but the lootboxes are free the only thing i suggest is Blizzard allowing you to buy skins with the in game currency like the Halloween editions not just the basic ones but this is a nice fresh game i love watching the MLG and i cant say that for a lot of games i play. I enjoy the characters and their interactions I mean for a shooter type game to give their characters stories that are fresh and can even challenge LOL its amazing most of these negative reviews are from 2016 the game has evolved hugely since then and they've added a lot more game modes so ill pick it up for 50$ since the community is still alive and they gaming Blizzard working on this game… Expand
  86. BiggTony
    Dec 6, 2018
    9
    Overwatch is obviously one of the most enjoyable fps games on the One to date, unlike most FPS games where to change play-styles you have to change you your gun, Overwatch you change heroes, which you can do in the middle of a match. Each hero has a specific function that contribute to the overall team and hero selections have so much strategy behind them. If you want to play up andOverwatch is obviously one of the most enjoyable fps games on the One to date, unlike most FPS games where to change play-styles you have to change you your gun, Overwatch you change heroes, which you can do in the middle of a match. Each hero has a specific function that contribute to the overall team and hero selections have so much strategy behind them. If you want to play up and personal... boom Roadhog, If you want to play at a distance but no be a sniper... Boom Ashe. Everybody is saying it is a dead game but Blizzard clearly patches the game and introduces new heroes, skins, and maps on a regular basis which keeps the game fresh and entertaining. You can clearly see there is still a huge fandom as the Overwatch League gets hundreds of thousands of views on their streams. So to that I say, keep up the good work Jeff from the Overwatch team!… Expand
  87. EA_Bad
    Jan 18, 2023
    10
    If i had known then what I know now. we had it so good back then. 2 makes me sick to think of where we came from til now.
  88. realestgamer11
    Feb 17, 2019
    9
    This is probably my favorite game of all time, and I still only give it a 9. It's amazing, trust me, if you like fps it's the best one out there, not to mention the added excitement of mixing in team based combat and control points... but it still has so much more potential based on the fact that blizzard could create a single player mode or career mode, something like that, not likeThis is probably my favorite game of all time, and I still only give it a 9. It's amazing, trust me, if you like fps it's the best one out there, not to mention the added excitement of mixing in team based combat and control points... but it still has so much more potential based on the fact that blizzard could create a single player mode or career mode, something like that, not like retribution, or junkenstein's revenge, which are quite hollow, but an ACTUAL story mode like call of duty, with dialogue, cut scenes, and varied enemies, and bosses even. Perhaps if there were enough people interested Blizzard could start developing it. Blizzard's still pumping out free content, new characters, new maps, and new modes 3 years later, and tbh it's still fresh. Let's be honest, this title is a ten, but gets a nine because of how much more it could be.… Expand
  89. soulkirou
    Feb 25, 2019
    9
    It is clear that Overwatch is very good game with good graphic, level design and gameplay. Continuous update, adding new maps and heroes make it much more fun, however the same thing do not making game fresh until now. on higer level of play there is still same 6-8 heroes that are playable, not much variation of that If you are casual player there is no doubt that you can play it and haveIt is clear that Overwatch is very good game with good graphic, level design and gameplay. Continuous update, adding new maps and heroes make it much more fun, however the same thing do not making game fresh until now. on higer level of play there is still same 6-8 heroes that are playable, not much variation of that If you are casual player there is no doubt that you can play it and have fun. What is more, if you have more people to play with the more fun you get.… Expand
  90. MaxPaul20
    Mar 3, 2019
    9
    I had obtained Overwatch when a friend of mine said he didn't like it so I said I would try it... That was 2 years ago and he wants it back but I say no. This took the format of a good multiplayer and stepped it up a level. The unique characters are all really easy to use (except Genji but that's only when you start), the map designs are superbly made and all the other features besideI had obtained Overwatch when a friend of mine said he didn't like it so I said I would try it... That was 2 years ago and he wants it back but I say no. This took the format of a good multiplayer and stepped it up a level. The unique characters are all really easy to use (except Genji but that's only when you start), the map designs are superbly made and all the other features beside quick match are brilliant like arcade and custom match maker. Its a fun experience to play by yourself but its even better with friend online. Overall if you are looking for a good multiplayer game I would strongly recommend.… Expand
  91. alithekick
    Apr 16, 2019
    10
    This is byfar the best game I've played!! The graphics, the story (for each character and the overall lure) and of course the new heroes that are added every once in a while; everything is just so stunning. I don't get to play it that often, but when I do, it's easy to forget about the real world, which is amazing, especially when you're a junior in high school. I urge anyone who stillThis is byfar the best game I've played!! The graphics, the story (for each character and the overall lure) and of course the new heroes that are added every once in a while; everything is just so stunning. I don't get to play it that often, but when I do, it's easy to forget about the real world, which is amazing, especially when you're a junior in high school. I urge anyone who still hasn't played it (if you don't have a console or pc) to watch play-throughs or just the animated stories, you'll find yourself intrigued and wanting more. It's unique and just amazing! :)… Expand
  92. FairCriticism
    Apr 23, 2019
    8
    Quite a brilliant game that only gets better, it’s fun and starting out is greatly fun. Anytime you die as a new player your left wondering who the character that killed you was.
    The community is a lot better than most will claim, it can get repetitive but updates always swoop in to stop that.

    The custom games allow for a lot changes, endorsements are flawed but overall a great change.
  93. hhatam117
    May 24, 2019
    8
    The game play is fun. Characters are diverse and good. graphics is cool and gives a good feeling even if it's like animations. Great support after 3 years by Blizzard.
  94. LORDtroldemort1
    Jun 23, 2019
    8
    This is a very imginative, fun shooter game with lots of great heroes and game modes to chose from... even if it can, sometimes get a little repetitive.
  95. alexbudke
    Jul 22, 2019
    10
    This game brought in a new game style to home gaming consoles. The unique character's and abilities give an endless array of gameplay styles. Pushing the cart, attempting to stop it, and capturing points along with the different heroes gives this game a design that no two games will ever be the same. I have put more hours into this game and PUBG than any over the last 4 years.
  96. xbox_one
    Nov 3, 2019
    9
    Slick, gorgeous, and flush with tactical depth, Overwatch is the new gold standard for multiplayer shooters.
  97. DapperChef
    Jan 22, 2020
    9
    This game isn't the most unique concept however it is well executed. There is no overall pot but in-game we are given a few snippets of plot and lore but finding lore for these characters is as easy as finding cooking recipes if you are interested. From the gate, you are given charm and well put together game-play. Competitive can be the world's biggest pain but it's wonderful for findingThis game isn't the most unique concept however it is well executed. There is no overall pot but in-game we are given a few snippets of plot and lore but finding lore for these characters is as easy as finding cooking recipes if you are interested. From the gate, you are given charm and well put together game-play. Competitive can be the world's biggest pain but it's wonderful for finding friends as everyone who plays this game is quite chill.… Expand
  98. Frank-G-Review
    Jun 14, 2020
    8
    If u love playing shooter game with powers competitively, this is the game should be in ur list.
  99. robshack1
    Jun 20, 2020
    8
    The amount of updates to this game was amazing! It started out pretty unbalanced, but they worked on this game so much and it is fantastic! The arcade mode alone brings back all the previous changes to the game so its good to see how far this game has come!
  100. vaulttec
    Nov 27, 2020
    8
    Great!
    The Heroes feel solid and no Hero is the same as other. Blizzard is adding New Heroes over time and you have an incredible cast of Heroes you can play without buying Microtransactions. The Classes have unique benefits.
    The Gameplay is amazing. In every Mode there is a moment an intense battle starts and Communication with your Teammates is key! This Game is a game to play with a    Great!
    The Heroes feel solid and no Hero is the same as other. Blizzard is adding New Heroes over time and you have an incredible cast of Heroes you can play without buying Microtransactions. The Classes have unique benefits.
    The Gameplay is amazing. In every Mode there is a moment an intense battle starts and Communication with your Teammates is key! This Game is a game to play with a Team, and it is totally worth it because of the Teamwork. All of the Modes are fun to play with a team. The Matchmaking is ridicilously long in Quick Play, but you thankfully can play Practice Range or do some other things while waiting. In Overall I would not recommend playing it alone, it is way more fun playing with a team.
    The Story of Overwatch is interesting, but I wish Blizzard will make a campaign for Overwatch 2 so we can learn more about the Overwatch World.
    BUT. I think this game gets more credit than it actually deserves. I don't think that the Game is worth 60$ just for Teamwork and Multiplayer; It is fun, of course but it still is not worth 60 bucks. If there was a Campaign, this would be one of the best 60 Bucks I have ever spent.

    Verdict; 8/10. While it might not feel like it is worth 60 Bucks, it is worth getting the game because the big amount of fun Teamwork, just not full priced.

    2020 Edit: It now goes often on sale for 20$ and Bllizzard released a lot of new free content. Buy it!
    Edit: IGN just posted an Ad and gave the game a 10/10.    … Expand
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Universal acclaim - based on 18 Critic Reviews

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  1. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Jul 14, 2016
    90
    Blizzard at its best, refining a formula until it sings. As good as team-based shooters get. [Aug 2016, p.83]
  2. XboxAddict
    Jul 13, 2016
    90
    Despite a few drawbacks, which aren't deal breakers, Overwatch is one of the best games I've played this year. It's simplistic nature really allows you to just pick up a controller and shoot everything in sight. This is easily a game that will drain countless hours of your life away thanks to its quality, execution, and simplistic core.
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  3. Stevivor
    Jun 26, 2016
    90
    The bottom line is that Overwatch is easy to pick up and understand, and amazingly fun to play.
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