Overwatch 2 Season 7: The Ultimate Fix for a Longstanding Season 1 Mistake

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Overwatch 2 Season 7 collaborates with Diablo 4, bringing in a spooky aesthetic and an increase in the quantity and quality of skins.

Previous seasons of Overwatch 2 faced criticism due to their shortage of themed skins. However, with Season 7, Blizzard has addressed this concern by introducing more than twenty Halloween-inspired skins. This strong dedication to the eerie aesthetic in Season 7 is a promising indication of potential trends to come in upcoming seasons.

The official details for Overwatch 2 Season 7 are now available, and the recent launch trailer is packed with information. Many speculated that following the hype of the Invasion-themed season would be challenging, but the announcement of a collaboration between Overwatch 2 and Diablo 4 has generated a lot of attention. Comparing the newest trailer to the one from a year ago, it is evident that Blizzard has been working to address some of the mistakes made in Season 1.

Overwatch 2 has been facing concerns for several months, related to various reasons. One recurring issue revolves around the quality and quantity of available skins. Season 1 introduced a few popular skins, but Blizzard seems to be stepping up their game with a higher number of eerie cosmetics for Season 7.

Overwatch 2's Season 7 Cosmetics Are Perfectly In-Theme

The first season introduced Cyber Demon Genji, the game's first customizable Mythic skin. While this was exciting, some players found the number of themed skins in the shop and Battle Pass to be lacking. For example, the cyberpunk Battle Pass included nine different skins, but only two were available on the free track: Tactical Winston and Forest Ranger Cassidy, which didn't fit the cyberpunk theme.

Furthermore, there were four additional paid Battle Pass skins that didn't match the theme. In subsequent seasons, Blizzard continued to add cosmetics that weren't necessarily related to the overall theme. While this may be a positive for players who dislike the theme, some have accused Overwatch 2 of not providing enough content for its designated themes.

Overwatch 2 Season 7's "Rise of Darkness" theme has revealed a multitude of new Halloween-themed skins. With over twenty unique skins slated for release, the spotlight has primarily been on the Lilith Moira skin inspired by Diablo 4. However, there has been significant attention given to the other designs as well.

It has been confirmed that at least 17 of the skins will be available through the Battle Pass or for purchase in the in-game shop. The collection features a balanced mix of Diablo-inspired skins along with spooky cosmetics like Witch Doctor Mercy and Cleric Lifeweaver. Additionally, there are unexpected outliers such as the Zenyatta and Orisa skins, which draw inspiration from ducks. This suggests that Blizzard is fully committed to embracing the frightful aesthetic of Season 7.

The emphasis on the theme in Overwatch 2's upcoming season is a promising indication for the game's future. It remains uncertain if Blizzard will maintain this direction in the coming seasons. Currently, there is a noticeable contrast in the skins between Season 6 and Season 7, compared to the ones released when the game initially debuted.

Overwatch 2 is currently available on various platforms, including PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.