Exclusive Insider Reveals Exciting News About Sombra Rework in Overwatch 2!

A Sombra rework in Overwatch 2 has been confirmed, although it may not happen as soon as some players were hoping. However, players can anticipate changes to the controversial DPS hero before the year ends. Alec Dawson, the lead hero designer for Overwatch 2, has previously confirmed the upcoming Sombra rework. Following the rework, players can expect the hero to have improved lethality, but with fewer reliable escape choices.

Executive producer Jared Neuss has provided a clearer timeline for the rework of the Overwatch 2 hero. In an interview with Twitch content creator Emongg, Neuss confirmed that the changes are currently being worked on. However, he stated that these changes will not be implemented in Season 5, and most likely not in the early stages of Season 6 either. This implies that there is a high probability that the alterations to Sombra will be introduced either before or simultaneously with Roadhog's rework in Season 7 of Overwatch 2.

Since her initial introduction in the early stages of Overwatch 1, Sombra has been a highly debated hero. Apart from her ultimate ability, Sombra lacks a reliable source of damage outside of her primary fire. Nonetheless, her capability to hack enemies, rendering them unable to use their abilities, and her ability to swiftly maneuver across the entirety of the Overwatch 2 map with a single button press, make her a frustrating opponent to face. Nevertheless, multiple balance adjustments throughout the years have made it challenging for Sombra to carry her team to victory unless she is utilized by expert players.

Overwatch 2 is currently at the halfway point of Season 5. In approximately one month, Season 6 will commence, followed by Season 7 in about two months. This suggests that players can look forward to Season 7 and the Sombra rework by early October.

Meanwhile, Overwatch 2 is preparing for Season 6, known as Invasion, which is set to be the biggest seasonal content update in the game's history. It will introduce the Flashpoint PvP game mode, a new healer hero, and highly anticipated PvE modes.

Players still have more than a month to enjoy Season 5, with its high-fantasy theme offering a delightful collection of cosmetics and an exciting story to unlock via the Battle Pass. Moreover, numerous new game modes are on the horizon, including the highly anticipated Overwatch 2 Mischief and Magic scavenger hunt mode, ensuring that players will be entertained for the foreseeable future. Overwatch 2 can be accessed on PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.