Overwatch Patch Notes - Version 2.9.0
Overwatch patch notes for version 2.9.0 detail several changes to player progression, additional experience for grouping up, and a new Endorsement Decay system. There are also multiple hero updates, including McCree, Ashe, and Illari, alongside adjustments to multiple maps to improve gameplay balance.
Blizzard’s multiplayer game has received a new patch that addresses several balance issues, improves the player experience, and enhances Overwatch performance overall. The Overwatch patch notes for version 2.9.0 detail these changes and more, with several heroes seeing adjustments made to their abilities.
Illari, the newest hero to join Blizzard’s multiplayer game, has seen her abilities adjusted to reduce her overall power level. The patch also introduces a number of changes to player experience and rewards, as well as multiple under-the-hood improvements to Overwatch's matchmaking system.
Overwatch Patch Notes - April 30
The patch notes detail changes to multiple heroes, including Ashe, Baptiste, and McCree. Ashe’s Dynamite ability now has a longer cooldown, and the damage dealt by her Bob’s Car-Bomb ability has been reduced. Baptiste’s Immortality Field ability has received adjustments, as has McCree’s Flashbang ability, which now has a shorter stun duration.
Several maps have also received changes to improve gameplay balance. Hanamura has received adjustments to its Objective A, and Temple of Anubis now features a shorter capture time for Objective B. Blizzard has also made adjustments to the Control game mode to reduce the game length.
Elsewhere, various general updates have been made to improve Overwatch game stability. The Overwatch Workshop mode has also received new features and improvements, and the Overwatch replay system has also received updates to enhance functionality.
Overwatch Patch Notes - April 29
Overall, these patch notes aim to address some balance issues, improve the player experience, and provide a number of under-the-hood improvements to Overwatch's performance.
Overwatch Patch Notes - April 27
These patch notes detail updates to the game’s audio and visual effects, as well as a variety of user interface improvements.
Overwatch Patch Notes - April 13
These patch notes detail changes to multiple heroes, including Baptiste, Reaper, and Symmetra, alongside adjustments to various maps to improve gameplay balance.
Overwatch Patch Notes - March 20
The patch notes detail a variety of hero changes, including a nerf to D.Va’s Defense Matrix ability.
Overwatch Patch Notes - March 5
The patch notes detail a number of hero changes, including a buff to Soldier: 76’s Tactical Visor ultimate.
Overwatch Patch Notes - February 20
The patch notes detail a number of hero changes, including a buff to McCree’s Fan the Hammer ability.
Overwatch Patch Notes - February 6
The patch notes detail a number of hero changes, including a nerf to Doomfist’s Rocket Punch ability.
Overwatch Patch Notes - January 23
The patch notes detail a number of hero changes, including buffs to several support characters, and a balance update to the Overwatch ranked season.
Overwatch Patch Notes - January 7
The patch notes detail a number of hero changes, including a buff to Reaper’s Hellfire Shotguns ability.
Overwatch Patch Notes - December 12
The patch notes detail a number of hero changes, including a buff to Hanzo’s Dragonstrike ultimate.
Overwatch Patch Notes - December 4
The patch notes detail a number of hero changes, including a buff to Lúcio’s Wall Ride ability.
Overwatch Patch Notes - November 21
The patch notes detail a number of hero changes, including a buff to McCree’s Deadeye ability.
Overwatch Patch Notes - November 14
The patch notes detail a number of hero changes, including a buff to Reaper’s Shadow Step ability.
Overwatch Patch Notes - October 24
The patch notes detail a number of hero changes, including a buff to Soldier: 76’s Tactical Visor ultimate.
Overwatch Patch Notes - October 18
The patch notes detail a number of hero changes, including a buff to Hanzo’s Storm Arrow ability.
Overwatch Patch Notes - October 8
These patch notes detail changes to several heroes, including D.Va and Roadhog. D.Va’s alternate fire (Flaming Wing) has been nerfed, as has Roadhog’s Hook ability.
Overwatch Patch Notes - October 3
These patch notes detail changes to several heroes, including a buff to McCree’s Deadeye ability.
Overwatch Patch Notes - September 19
The patch notes detail a number of hero changes, including a buff to Tracer’s Pulse Bomb.
