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Overwatch's new era update is now live with major gameplay shifts

By Gameforce Team
Feb 12, 2026
5 min read
Overwatch's new era update is now live with major gameplay shifts

Blizzard's latest Overwatch update is now live and positions itself as a broader direction change, not just a routine seasonal refresh.

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Players should expect hero balance implications, composition disruption, and rapid shifts in ranked and competitive strategy.

As with most large live-service pivots, reception will depend on whether the update feels refreshing or destabilizing over the next few weeks.

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