Overwatch 2 crosses 35 million players in its first month
Multiplayer is currently available, while the single-player content is slated to launch in 2023.
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What you need to know
Overwatch 2’s first month of release saw a massive influx of players, according to publisher Activision Blizzard.
The companysharedon Monday thatOverwatch 2crossed over 35 million players after launching on Oct. 4, 2022. This is up from25 million players, which Overwatch 2 crossed 10 days after launching.
According to Activision Blizzard, Overwatch 2 is seeing average daily player numbers “more than double” that of the first game. Overwatch 2 is set to become a “meaningful contributor” to Blizzard Entertainment’s revenue, though no details were offered at this time. Overwatch 2’s multiplayer is currently available, with the story portion of the game planned to launch in 2023.
Activision Blizzard saw $1.78 billion in revenues for Q3 2022, though it’s important to note that Overwatch 2 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 are not included in the numbers for these financial results. Previously, Activision Blizzard confirmed thatCall of Duty: Modern Warfare reached $1 billion in launch salesin its first 10 days, setting a record for the series.
The game will reportedly be receiving a paid expansion in 2023, though this has not yet been officially confirmed, with Activision Blizzard instead stating that plans for the year include the"next full premium release in the blockbuster annual series"
Looking ahead, Activision Blizzard is currently in the process of being acquired by Microsoft, a deal that is worth almost $69 billion and iscurrently undergoing regulatory review.
Overwatch 2: Watchpoint Pack
Overwatch 2 is a free-to-play game, so everyone can jump in at no cost whatsoever. If you want some more extras, you can grab the Watchpoint Pack, which includes some bonuses like premium currency and the first season’s battle pass.
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