[게임플] The unprecedented attempt of Overwatch 2, which was introduced as a third season update, is a hot topic.
In terms of new content and changes, the volume of season 3 updates was significant. A balance adjustment patch was applied to many of the heroes that dominated the previous season, and a new themed battle pass was also released. In particular, an improvement patch was added to make it easier for novice users to acquire items, such as increasing the amount of compensation and lowering the acquisition difficulty.
The most talked about part is the skin. The new skins designed according to the 3rd season battle pass theme ‘Asian Myth’ are receiving positive reviews. In addition, Korean concept skins such as Grim Reaper Reaper and Turtle Ship Diva appeared, drawing attention in terms of quality.
Among them, the highlight is the news of the addition of the first collaboration skin for Overwatch 2. The collaboration target is the Japanese animation series ‘One Punch Man’, and two concept skins for the main character Saitama (Doomfist) and unlicensed rider (Soldier: 76) were released.
As it was an animation that was quite popular at home and abroad, the new collaboration skin is gathering considerable issues. When Overwatch 1 was included, it was a skin that appeared after a long time since Brick Bastion, a collaboration skin with Lego. In particular, as a collaboration with a famous IP has been a demand that has been in constant demand, users are also in a mood to welcome a collaboration with One Punch Man.
Blizzard’s future blueprint for Overwatch 2’s first collaboration is also interesting. On the 10th, general director Aaron Keller organized the direction for the collaboration through the Overwatch 2 official website. Even if they do a collaboration, they will make skins that protect the unique charm and background of the heroes.
“The Overwatch universe and its heroes are special, and their looks and voices form the heart of their play,” said Aaron Keller. ”he said.
Blizzard John Specter, commercial leader, also showed a positive outlook on the collaboration update in an interview with foreign media. He added that when the One Punch Man collaboration was concluded, the development team also enthusiastically participated in the update.
John Spector said, “The next collaboration update for the upcoming season 4 won’t be added right away, but there are several conversations going on,” he said.
Overwatch’s drastic change is expected to produce positive results in terms of topicality and box office success. Precedents are diverse. In addition to Fortnite, which made headlines with collaborations with various IPs and singers, several shooting games such as Call of Duty and Battlegrounds have achieved results with collaborations.
In addition, if the collaboration item and the battle pass are combined, a positive effect can be expected in terms of profitability, which was a concern after the free service. Prior to the PvE update, the plan to supplement the story-related content, which was somewhat disappointing, with various linked events is also expected.