Overwatch 2 Is Moving Away From "Oddball" Characters
The article discusses Blizzard's shift in character design for Overwatch 2, moving away from "oddball" characters towards more aspirational heroes. The lead concept artist and senior narrative designer explained that the new characters will reflect the designers' personal experiences while also connecting to a larger audience. They aim to create heroes that are physically and expertly impressive, and serve as role models. However, the designers still plan to "sprinkle" non-human heroes into the game in the future. The article also mentions the upcoming release of a new hero, Wuyang, who will be available as part of a Hero Trial until the start of Overwatch 2 Season 18 on August 26.
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