Overwatch
A team-based multiplayer first-person shooter set in a near-future Earth, featuring diverse heroes with unique abilities fighting for peace and justice.
Category
Game
Release Year
2016
Origin
USA
Tags
FPSTeam-basedMultiplayerHeroesEsportsFuturisticAction
Detailed Overview Information
Basic Information
Full Name
Overwatch
Aliases
OW, Overwatch 2
Type
Video Game
Release Year
2016
Status
Unknown
Origin
United States
Region
Not specified
Creation Information
Creator
Blizzard Entertainment
Publisher
Not specified
Original Work
Video Game
Genre
FPS, Team-based, Multiplayer, Heroes, Esports, Futuristic, Action
Content Information
Synopsis
In a world where artificial intelligence turned against humanity, the Overwatch organization was formed to restore peace. Now, years after its disbandment, new threats emerge requiring heroes to answer the call once again.
Main Characters
Tracer, Winston, Mercy, Soldier: 76, Reaper, Widowmaker
Setting
Not specified
Themes
Heroism, Diversity, Hope, Teamwork, Redemption, Global Unity
Target Audience
Teens and Adults, Competitive Gamers, Casual Players
Media Forms
Games
Overwatch (2016), Overwatch 2 (2022)
Animations
Animated shorts and cinematics
Comics
Digital comic series
Merchandise
Figures, clothing, collectibles, gaming accessories
Commercial Information
Sales
Over 50 million players worldwide
Merchandise
Extensive collectible and apparel lines
Licensing
Global esports leagues, merchandise partnerships
Awards
Game of the Year 2016, multiple industry awards
Fan Culture
Fandom
Massive global community
Community
Active forums, fan art, cosplay, competitive scene
Events
BlizzCon, Overwatch League, community tournaments
Collectibles
Hero figures, Funko Pops, gaming gear, art books
Memes
Hero quotes, gameplay moments, shipping culture, POTG highlights
Historical Development
2014
Development begins from Project Titan assets
2016
Overwatch launches to critical acclaim
2017
Overwatch League professional esports begins
2019
Overwatch 2 announced at BlizzCon
2022
Overwatch 2 launches as free-to-play
Present
Ongoing content updates and competitive seasons
Related Links
overwatch.blizzard.com
www.enjoyip.com