
Fans will no doubt be happy to hear this, as players have widely criticized Overwatch 2's new free-to-play model since launch due to the hero shooter's high shop prices, low amounts of weekly earnable currency, and overall lack of play-focused rewards. In a new blog post from Overwatch 2's Executive Producer Jared Neuss, it has been revealed that developer Blizzard has plans to improve the game's rewards and progression systems moving forward. Ahead of the Overwatch 2 closed beta, Blizzard developers talk about the design, gameplay, and inspiration behind the game’s first Black female hero, Sojourn. Additionally, Neuss also teased an upcoming Season 2 nerf to Sojourn. Blizzard is also looking into improvements for Competitive matchmaking and queue times.In the far future, there are also plans to improve the Battle Pass and challenge system, while also introducing more "play-focused progression systems.".It's also committed to continuing Twitch Drops. Starting in Season 2, Blizzard is offering a free earnable skin in each upcoming event.Overwatch 2 Executive Producer Jared Neuss recently published a blog post that confirms developer Blizzard is planning on improving the game's progression and rewards.
