Overwatch 2 continues to evolve with the upcoming release of Overwatch: Invasion on August 10, which now has an official trailer. This significant update to Blizzard’s popular game brings new Invasion story missions, an additional hero named Illari, and two more maps. A new PvP mode, Flashpoint, is also part of the update.
Overwatch 2: Invasion is scheduled to launch on August 10 at 12 PM PT / 3 PM ET. The trailer below provides a sneak peek of what to expect in the new expansion.
Quick Facts
- Invasion introduces new story missions, a hero named Illari, two maps, and a PvP mode called Flashpoint.
- The expansion will be released on August 10 at 12 PM PT / 3 PM ET.
- Blizzard has confirmed that these three missions are likely the only ones for 2023, as there will be “multiple seasons” between Invasion and the next story-based season.
The story missions take place in various locations under attack by Null Sector, including Rio de Janeiro, Gothenburg, and Toronto. These missions can be accessed through the Overwatch 2: Invasion bundle, which costs $15. Besides permanent access to the missions, the bundle includes 1,000 Overwatch coins, a new Sojourn legendary skin, and permanent access to Sojourn as a playable hero for players who have not yet unlocked or purchased her.
Blizzard has confirmed that these three missions are likely to be the only ones we get in 2023, as there will be “multiple seasons” between Invasion and the next story-based season. Overwatch 2: Invasion will also include a new battle pass, an underworld co-op event, an event focused on Illari, and more. Full patch notes will be released soon.
In other news, Blizzard recently announced that legendary wrestler-turned-actor John Cena is coming to Overwatch. Cena will be joining the game as The Enigma, a mysterious figure seemingly helping Overwatch.
