Overwatch 2 Unveils Exclusive Events in China

Summary

• Overwatch 2 is set to relaunch in China on February 19, offering rewards from Seasons 1-9.
• Chinese players will have the opportunity to earn Battle Pass rewards and participate in exciting in-game events.
• Season 15 will introduce skin bundles inspired by Chinese mythology, though specifics remain limited.

Overwatch 2 is making a grand return to China, bringing with it a host of rewards from Seasons 1 through 9, skins inspired by Chinese mythology, and much more. Chinese players can look forward to diving back into the world of Future Earth starting February 19, just as Season 15 kicks off.

The announcement of Overwatch 2's return to China has stirred excitement among fans. The game's full relaunch is scheduled for February 19, but a technical test from January 8 to January 15 gave players a taste of what they missed, including Overwatch: Classic and all six heroes introduced since the servers went offline in China during Season 2.

Following the successful technical test, Overwatch 2 has shared what Chinese players can expect. In a message on Xiaohongshu (also known as RedNote), game director Aaron Keller announced a multi-week "Return to China" celebration. This event will feature many of the popular in-game events and rewards missed over the past two years. Chinese players will have the chance to earn Battle Pass rewards from Seasons 1 and 2 before the relaunch, and from Seasons 3 through 9 via in-game events after the game is back online.

Chinese Mythology – Theme for Overwatch 2 Season 15?

Keller also hinted at an exciting addition for Season 15: skin bundles inspired by Chinese mythology. It's not yet clear whether these skins will be new or existing, exclusive to China, or part of a broader Chinese mythology theme for Season 15, similar to the Norse mythology-inspired cosmetics in Season 14.

Global fans won't have to wait long for more information. Overwatch 2 Season 15 is slated to start on February 18, just before the official relaunch in China. With just over a month to go, more details about the upcoming season are expected soon, with a full reveal likely in early February.

In the meantime, players can participate in the second 6v6 test, Min 1, Max 3, from January 21 through February 4, which includes the classic 2-2-2 team composition. The Lunar New Year and the Moth Meta Overwatch: Classic events are also on the schedule before Season 15, offering plenty of excitement for players worldwide. While Chinese players may miss out on these events, they can anticipate their own special celebrations soon.