Overwatch 2: Fans Express Disappointment Over Missed Potential for DVa

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Fans of Overwatch 2 think that D.Va should have more emotes when she is outside of her mech, as currently she only has a generic pose.

Certain players advocate for the inclusion of distinct emotes for D.Va depending on whether she is within her mech or outside of it, thereby enhancing the character's range of expressions.

Although it remains uncertain whether Blizzard will revamp existing emotes for D.Va, there exists a potential for a forthcoming emote that can seamlessly transition between her mech and non-mech states.

Fans are questioning why D.Va has not received more emotes for when she is not in her mech in Overwatch 2. Although D.Va players have experienced a resurgence after her mech is destroyed, some players of Overwatch 2 believe that this version of D.Va should receive more attention.

D.Va is one of the heroes introduced to Overwatch 2 from the original game. While there have been a few adjustments made to D.Va in her transition to Overwatch 2, her gameplay remains largely unchanged. Since the cosmetics from the original game carried over to Overwatch 2, many players already possess emotes for D.Va. However, some players have observed an issue concerning "Baby" D.Va, the character's representation outside of her mech. While D.Va inside her mech has a wide variety of emotes to choose from, Baby D.Va is limited to using a generic pose.

Reddit user Bleedingwriter and other Overwatch 2 fans are disappointed with a missed opportunity for D.Va. They feel that D.Va should have separate emotes for when she is inside or out of her mech, as she has two forms. Currently, D.Va mains have emotes available when piloting her tank hero, but these options disappear when she is out of her mech until she earns another one. Many D.Va fans, including Bleedingwriter, believe that Blizzard should either animate existing emotes for Baby D.Va or create new ones for these situations.

In Overwatch 2, regardless of the emotes chosen by players, Baby D.Va only has the basic Heroic pose. This pose is a simplified version compared to the emotes that can be obtained. Even if players purchase emotes from the Overwatch 2 shop, they are limited to D.Va when she is inside her mech. Some fans argue that animating two different versions of the character would require significant development time, but others who play tanks desire more emotes. Bleedingwriter suggests that Overwatch 2 could have been the perfect opportunity to add more emotes for D.Va outside of her mech.

Although numerous fans of Overwatch 2's D.Va have expressed their desire for emotes featuring her outside of the mech, it remains uncertain whether Blizzard will revamp the existing ones. Considering Blizzard's track record of introducing an increased number of cosmetics each Overwatch 2 season, it is plausible that a forthcoming emote will cater to both inside and outside of her mech.

Overwatch 2

Blizzard's Overwatch 2 is a team-based first-person shooter that offers a new roster of heroes including Junker Queen and Sojourn, alongside fan-favorites. The game is available on various platforms including PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Switch, Xbox One S, Xbox One X, and PC, and is developed and published by Blizzard. For more information, visit the official website or check out the game on the Xbox Games Store, Nintendo eShop, Playstation Store, or Steam.

Editor's P/S

As a Gen Z netizen, I have mixed feelings about the lack of emotes for D.Va outside of her mech in Overwatch 2. On one hand, I understand that Blizzard has a lot on their plate with the launch of a new game, and that adding more emotes may not have been a priority. On the other hand, I think it's a missed opportunity to give D.Va more personality and depth as a character.

I think it would be really cool to see D.Va have different emotes for when she's in and out of her mech. It would make her feel more like a real person, and it would give players more ways to express themselves. I also think it would be a great way to show off D.Va's personality, which is often overshadowed by her mech.

Overall, I think it's a shame that Blizzard didn't take the opportunity to give D.Va more emotes in Overwatch 2. However, I'm still hopeful that they will add more in the future.