Overwatch 2, which has only been out for a few months, has quickly gained a devoted following with players strategizing to win and expressing their views on various aspects of the game on forums and social media. In an effort to maintain its appeal and relevance, Blizzard has announced a new limited-time event: the Battle for Olympus.
Inspired by Greek mythology, this intense battle royale will feature seven heroes with special powers that have been reworked that draw upon the powers of the Greek gods. The stealthy and lethal sniper, for example, will have the ability to turn opponents into stone, channeling the Gorgon Medusa. The ruler of the scrapyard, wielding the strength of Zeus, will employ her commanding voice to wreak havoc on the battlefield. The formidable enforcer will transform into a giant cyclops and shoot boulders, while The steadfast warrior becomes a Minotaur and charges with increased speed. Pharah will be granted the abilities of the god of the underworld, able to launch a rapid succession of missiles at once.
The special event will take place from the fifth of January to January 19th and will be set in the map the castle of the Guillard family, where players may come across repurposed armor packs that serve an unknown purpose. On the map a location in the game, the player with the most eliminations during the event will be honored with their own sculpture made of marble. The trailer for the event promises blessings from the gods for players, though it is unspecified exactly what these will consist of. Earlier limited-time events have offered titles, short phrases spoken by characters, sprays, and skins, so it is likely that players can expect similar in-game bonuses.
In addition to the confrontation for the throne of the gods event, there will also be a celebration of the Chinese calendar limited event running from January 17th to February 6th. This provides additional thrills and content for players to enjoy in the coming weeks.
Review:
As a fan of both the team-based shooter and Greek mythology, I am excited to see these two elements combined in the Battle for Olympus event. The idea of controlling characters with altered abilities with mythological powers adds a new layer of strategy to the game, and I can’t wait to see how these powers will change the way I play. The promise of divine rewards also adds an extra incentive to participate in the event.
Overall, I am looking forward to immersing myself in the struggle for the throne of the gods and experiencing all that it has to offer.
Availability:
The conflict for the throne of the gods event will take place from January 5th to the nineteenth of January.
System Requirements for PC:
To participate in the confrontation for the throne of the gods event, players will need to have a PC that meets the minimum requirements for Overwatch 2. These requirements include:
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