Discover the Jaw-Dropping Secret of Overwatch 2: Could Mauga Be Gaming's Biggest Hero Ever?

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Speculation of Overwatch 2 fans suggests that Mauga might be the next hero to join the game, supported by the discovery of intriguing clues within the Samoa map. One of the most prominent indications is an overwhelmingly enormous shirt, widely presumed to be associated with Mauga himself.

Mauga, a former best friend of Baptiste and a current member of Talon, had a strong bond with Baptiste before he departed from the organization. Initially intended for release in the original Overwatch, Mauga was then put on hold for future implementation.

The astonishing size of Mauga's shirt has sparked conversations among players, with debates focusing on whether he will be equally massive in the game. There are those who argue that his enlarged hit box would pose a challenge, suggesting that a reduction in his size might be required.

With Overwatch 2 fans eagerly anticipating the addition of Mauga as the next hero in the game, many are meticulously exploring the new Samoa map in search of potential clues. One intriguing discovery points towards the possibility of Mauga being an enormous character. Specifically, Overwatch 2 players have stumbled upon one of Mauga's shirts, and it is astonishingly oversized.

For those who may be unfamiliar, Mauga is a prominent figure in Talon and used to be Baptiste's closest companion. The two shared an exceptionally strong bond during Baptiste's time serving with the organization. However, when Baptiste recognized the corruption within Talon and chose to abandon his post, their bond was severed. Originally intended to be released in the original Overwatch game, Mauga was slated to fill Sigma's role. However, Blizzard recognized that the abilities they had designed didn't align with Mauga's character, resulting in the creation of Sigma and the temporary shelving of Mauga. At present, the identity of hero 39 remains unconfirmed, but many players believe that it will indeed be Mauga.

Season 8's Overwatch 2 hero, speculated to be Mauga, is supported by strong evidence, particularly the fact that the next character is a Tank and the release of the new Samoa map in Season 7. As Mauga hails from Samoa, fans have eagerly searched the map for hints and discovered a significant clue in the form of Mauga's oversized shirt. Reddit user Zorah_29 shared images of the clothing item, prompting discussions on whether Mauga's in-game size could match the proportions of the shirt. Some argue that he would require 1000 HP to survive due to his potentially large hitbox, similar to the size transformation of Ramattra in Nemesis form. On the other hand, considering how small other characters appear when standing next to the shirt, it is plausible to expect that Mauga's size will be adjusted to make him more proportionate.

Commenters made jokes about how small Lucio looked next to Mauga in the shared image, suggesting that he could fit in Mauga's pocket. This statement doesn't seem so outrageous when you see how they appear together. However, some artwork featuring both of them does emphasize the noticeable size difference between them. What's even more surprising is how Reinhardt appears next to the shirt. He is one of the largest characters in the game, yet the shirt covers almost his entire body.

Blizzard has been known to play tricks on players in the past, such as introducing Orisa instead of Doomfist when everyone was expecting the latter. But it would be truly surprising if Mauga isn't introduced in Season 8. If he does make his debut in a few months, it seems like he could be a formidable force.

Overwatch 2 is available now on PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.