Overwatch 2's Disappointing Pride Month Event Leaves Players Frustrated
Overwatch 2 players express disappointment in the game's Pride Month event, criticizing the lack of meaningful content and describing it as underwhelming Many have taken to social media to express their frustration with the event's lackluster offerings
Some members of the Overwatch 2 community have expressed disappointment with the Pride Month event, stating that it was lackluster and went unnoticed. In the wake of the cancellation of the game's PvE campaign mode, players voiced their discontent with Blizzard, even resorting to intentionally losing games as a form of protest. Unfortunately, the developers have yet to implement measures to prevent such behavior from negatively impacting other players' experiences.
Overwatch 2 has faced significant criticism from players in the past, particularly regarding the game's monetization practices. Many players have argued that unlocking hero skins through completing weekly challenges is nearly impossible. Additionally, members of the community have suggested that Blizzard increase penalties for players who abandon games early, proposing a separate queue for these individuals to play against each other.
Many Overwatch 2 players have expressed their disappointment with the Pride Month event, stating that the content is lackluster and falls short of their expectations. Some have criticized Blizzard for simply making a few characters canonically LGBT+ and adding flags and confetti to existing maps rather than creating new content. The absence of challenges that would give battle pass rewards has also been noted, with some feeling let down by the lack of inclusivity and new customization options. Many players have criticized the developers for not putting enough effort into the event, with some even suggesting that a new loading screen or welcome message would have been a welcome addition.
Blizzard has taken measures to protect players in countries with strict LGBT+ laws by banning the Overwatch 2 Pride Month event. However, the event remains "opt-in," allowing players to choose whether or not to participate. It remains to be seen if Blizzard will release additional content to satisfy the community. Until the end of the game's first-ever Pride event on June 30, players can customize their icons and name cards to reflect their queer identities. Additionally, Overwatch 2 released a short story that revealed the sexual identities of Pharah and Baptiste, with Baptiste being confirmed as a lesbian and Pharah as bisexual. The story also hinted at the identities of other heroes.
Overwatch 2 is available now on PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
