Summary
Overwatch 2has revealed the patch notes for its mid-Season 13 update, featuring a bunch of small hero balance updates, as well as the start ofOverwatch: Classic. This content update, including the limited-time nostalgic game mode, is officially live inOverwatch 2right now.
Season 13 ofOverwatch 2began on October 15, and is set to run until the start of Season 14 on December 10. This marked November 12 as the date forOverwatch 2to implement a mid-season update to revitalize the game for the second half of the content period.
Now,Overwatch 2has shared the patch notes that accompany this new content update. As always, this means theplayable heroes ofOverwatch 2got another pass of balance adjustments. For tanks and damage dealers, Doomfist’s Rocket Punch and Meteor Strike, and Mauga’s Overrun received some buffs, as did Tracer’s Recall and Hanzo’s Storm Bow and Dragonstrike. Additionally, several supports received beneficial tweaks, with Ana’s Biotic Rifle shots doing more damage and healing, Kiriko’s cooldowns and Kunai recovery time being reduced, improvements to Lifeweaver’s Life Grip and Tree of Life, and buffs to Moira’s self-healing.
Unfortunately, a few heroes caught some nerfs as well. Junker Queen’s Jagged Blade projectile size and Adrenaline Rush self-healing multiplier have both been reduced, while Junkrat’s Concussion Mine cooldown has been increased. Reaper’s lifesteal has likewise been lowered, and Juno’s Orbital Ray Ultimate has had its cost increase to make it appear less frequently during matches.
While this hero balance will affect normalOverwatch 2games, fans won’t need to worry about these buffs and nerfswhile playingOverwatch: Classic. The limited-time game mode began alongside this mid-season update, and runs until December 3. Players can engage in chaotic 6v6 matches with old hero kits, maps, and game modes, and for the first part of the event, they can even choose any number of duplicate heroes, allowing for hilarious meme teams like the six-Winston “Gorilla Warfare” build.
From November 15 through the 22nd,Overwatch 2fans who log into the game will also receiveWarcraft-themed rewards to commemorate the franchise’s 30th anniversary. Additionally, thenewOverwatch 2Soldier: 76 Mythic weapon skin, Deliverance, is officially available in the Mythic Shop, featuring four tiers that unlock additional reactivity, UI elements, and a weapon inspect animation. Lastly, from November 29 through December 2,Overwatch 2is holding another Competitive Drive, giving challenge-seekers the chance to earn the Season 13 Signature to customize their player name on the scoreboard, profile, and other places where it appears.
Overwatch 2 Mid-Season 13 Patch Notes – June 24, 2025
Overwatch: Classic
For both new and seasoned Overwatch fans, this three-week event beginning November 12 offers a chance to step back in time and experience the thrilling origins of Overwatch. Revisit iconic maps, enjoy the original hero roster featuring their classic abilities, and embrace the chaotic fun of 6v6 with no-limit team compositions.
Warcraft: 30 Anniversary
To commemorate three decades of Warcraft, log in any time from November 15 to November 22 and receive free rewards as a celebration gift!
TANKS
Doomfist
Developer Comments: This Rocket Punch adjustment makes it slightly easier to trigger the wall slam which should result in fewer enemies sliding along the wall.
Junker Queen
Developer Comments: Although she’s not the most played, Junker Queen is the top performing tank at the moment. These adjustments are aimed at tuning her down slightly by reducing her self-healing and making the knife throw require more accuracy.
Mauga
Developer Comments: Mauga has been underperforming for a while now so we’re putting some power into perhaps his most engaging ability, Overrun.
DAMAGE
Hanzo
Developer Comments: The Dragonstrike change enables it to damage non-player entities such as barriers, turrets, traps, and mines. This should increase its usefulness even when not eliminating opponents as it can now help clear the battlefield of other obstacles as well.
Junkrat
Developer Comments: We’re increasing the cooldown on Concussion Mine to reduce the frequency of both Junkrat’s mobility and burst damage combo.
Reaper
Developer Comments The added survivability from this passive is being tuned down now that Reaper has 300 health and more reliable mobility after the cast time reduction to Shadow Step.
Tracer
Developer Comments: This is a revert to a previous nerf now that Tracer is less threatening due to Pulse Pistol damage coming down recently.
SUPPORT
Ana
Developer Comments: This damage value has gone back and forth a few times as it’s a significant break point for the number of shots to eliminate some heroes.
Juno
Developer Comments: Juno was the top tier meta support hero and was overperforming last season. Orbital Ray has also proven to be one of the more impactful ultimate abilities so we’re reducing how frequently it comes up.
Kiriko
Developer Comment: Kiriko was heavily impacted by the health reduction to 225 HP and was already on the weaker side of support heroes, so we’re lightly reducing her ability cooldowns and weapon recovery to add some effectiveness back into her.
Lifeweaver
Developer Comment: Lifegrip is great for repositioning allies to help save them but it also telegraphs where they’re going to end up so they may take a bunch of damage right afterwards. We’re adding a bit more healing to it to help this happen less often, but we’ll keep an eye on it so we don’t overdo it.
Moira
Developer Comment: Moira wasn’t that adversely affected by the move to 225 HP, but she could use a small boost to her survivability.
Overwatch 2
WHERE TO PLAY
Overwatch 2 is an always-on and ever-evolving free-to-play, team-based action game set in an optimistic future, where every match is the ultimate 5v5 battlefield brawl. Power up your railgun and disrupt the battlefield as Sojourn, or yield your axe and command attention as Junker Queen. Battle to take control of a robot and move it toward the enemy base in the new Push Mode. Bring the fight to new destinations across the globe in iconic locations like New York, Rome, Monte Carlo and Rio. Daily challenges and frequent updates mean there is always something new to play.
