New Overwatch 2 Event Teases Stunning Symmetra Skin for Season 5
Overwatch 2's Symmetra Seeds of Order event hints at an exciting new skin, potentially teasing Season 5's upcoming cosmetics for players to look forward to
The latest Symmetra event in Overwatch 2 is teasing a potential new Torbjorn skin for Season 5. Cosmetics play a significant role in keeping Overwatch 2 players engaged and generating revenue for the free-to-play game. Unlike the original Overwatch, where skins were obtained through lootboxes, the vast majority of skins are available for direct purchase in-game at varying prices. Additionally, some skins can be earned through the Overwatch 2 Battle Pass.
Despite recent controversy surrounding the cancellation of the PvE mode in Overwatch 2, the development team has remained focused on enhancing cosmetics and the PvP mode. The Seeds of Order event, running from May 23 to May 29, provides players with the opportunity to earn the Symmetra Gardener skin by playing 24 games. Along with the new skin, players can also unlock Symmetra's new voice lines and a unique garden gnome reward.
The Garden Gnome Souvenir reward can be earned by completing 16 games during the event, and many players have pointed out its striking resemblance to Torbjorn, the Swedish engineer from Overwatch 2. Some have speculated that this confirms a fantasy theme for Season 5, which was hinted at in teasers for Mischief & Magic and Questwatch. Another exciting feature of Season 5 is the return of On Fire, a popular gameplay element from the original Overwatch that allows players to fill up a bar by performing well during a match, earning them a fiery portrait that can be seen by the enemy team. Despite recent controversies, it's clear that the developers are dedicated to the game's direction, even if outside pressures may impose a more profit-oriented approach.
Overwatch 2 Season 5 is set to launch on May 31 and players can expect a range of exciting updates from Blizzard. Alongside the expected fantasy-themed cosmetics, Season 5 will introduce a new map, which is yet to be revealed, and a limited Questwatch event. However, with the current divide in the Overwatch 2 community, it remains to be seen if the upcoming season and its cinematic reveal will be enough to bring players back together. Available on PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S, Overwatch 2 continues to offer a thrilling gaming experience.
