All articles tagged with #support hero
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Kotaku
Wuyang, the upcoming water-bending support hero in Overwatch 2, is currently available for trial and shows strong potential with his unique ability, Tidal Blast, which can create barriers and set up devastating team combos, emphasizing coordination and timing for maximum impact.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Kotaku
Blizzard has made significant balance changes to Illari, the latest support hero in Overwatch 2, in an effort to address her raw power. The changes include reducing the durability and healing capabilities of her Healing Pylon, introducing counters to her Ultimate ability Captive Sun, and decreasing the size of the projectile. These adjustments aim to promote a better balance between healing and damage, add more counterplay options, and make her abilities less overpowering. The changes come as Illari becomes available for competitive play in Overwatch 2.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Forbes
Blizzard has released a new trailer for Overwatch 2: Invasion, revealing the game's newest support hero named Illari. The trailer showcases Illari's character model and teases her abilities, including firing her weapon and launching into the air to escape Orisa's Terra Surge Ult. Illari is hinted to be from Peru and has a connection to solar energy. Full details of her abilities will be revealed when Overwatch 2: Invasion goes live on Thursday. The trailer also previews the PvE Story Missions, the new PvP mode Flashpoint, and other features coming in the game.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Dexerto
Xbox is allowing Overwatch 2 players to unlock the new support hero right away through the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perks. The Overwatch 2 New Heroes Starter Pack, which includes the new hero and other cosmetics, will be available on August 10. Existing players with Game Pass Ultimate can access the pack without purchasing a Battle Pass, while those interested in the Invasion PvE content will receive enough Overwatch coins to buy a Battle Pass and gain access to the new hero. More details about the hero and Invasion will be revealed before the August 10 launch.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Game Haus
A potential leak suggests that Illari could be the new Support hero for Season 6 of Overwatch 2. The leak comes from a trailer that shows a hero wearing a crown and cape, wielding a big gun or giant sword. The new hero is expected to be part of the upcoming Invasion PVE mode, which is said to be Overwatch's biggest content drop yet.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Dexerto
Overwatch 2 fans are speculating about the unique weapon of the game's upcoming female support hero after a developer teased that it could be a sword or a rifle. The hero's weapon function is yet to be decided, leading some fans to believe it could be interchangeable. The hero is set to arrive in Season 6, and fans are eagerly awaiting more details on her.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Dexerto
Overwatch 2 players have discovered a hint about the next support hero, who is likely to be from Peru, and a possible upcoming tank hero, who could be Mauga, a hero teased years ago. The hint was found in a poster featuring a colorful waterfall in the Antarctic Peninsula spawn room. The Overwatch 2 dev team recently shared a content roadmap, which included the unfortunate news that PvE Hero Missions and talent trees had been scrapped from the game.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Dexerto
A new Lifeweaver technique in Overwatch 2 has been discovered where the Support Hero can use their Life Grip ability to sacrifice a teammate and save themselves. In a video posted on Reddit, the Lifeweaver player grabbed a friendly Cassidy and put him in the way of an enemy Reinhardt's Charge ability, instantly killing Cassidy and saving the Lifeweaver's own skin. The controversial play has sparked discussion in the Overwatch 2 community, with some calling it the "best Lifeweaver play yet."
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Kotaku
Blizzard is still trying to figure out the role of Lifeweaver, the plant-based support hero in Overwatch 2, and is planning more changes to better define his strengths and intended role on a team. While Lifeweaver's healing output has been improved, changes to his offensive abilities have had little effect on his kill rate. The team is considering buffing his Thorn Volley and reducing hit volumes, as well as leaning harder into his healing effectiveness or bringing additional benefits to his utility-focused abilities.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Dexerto
Overwatch 2 devs are considering buffing Lifeweaver, a support hero, in Season 5 with a new passive ability or added benefits to his utility-focused abilities. The team wants players to feel incentivized to swap to Lifeweaver if their current hero pick isn't working and made it clearer why he may be a good choice to counter the opposing team. The changes will only be coming in Season 5.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Dot Esports
Overwatch 2's new support hero, Lifeweaver, has received feedback regarding his "clunky" gameplay, prompting Blizzard to consider making changes to his control scheme and buffing his kit. The balance update could come as soon as next week, and the team will continue collecting performance data over the weekend. Lifeweaver's weapon-swapping mechanics may be changed to something more seamless, making him feel significantly less complicated to play. Blizzard may also find a way to beef up his healing capacity based on feedback that his healing still doesn't feel especially powerful.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Dexerto
Lifeweaver, the newest support hero in Overwatch 2, is voiced by Thai actor Phuwin Tangsakyuen. Tangsakyuen began his acting career at 11 years old and received his breakthrough role in the 2021 series Fish Upon the Sky. Lifeweaver is the first Overwatch character from a Southeast Asian country and speaks both Thai and English during matches. Despite initial complaints about his controls and healing efficiency, Lifeweaver has proven beneficial in rescuing teammates with Life Grip.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Game Informer
Overwatch 2's upcoming Season 4 will introduce Lifeweaver, a new support hero from Thailand who uses biolight technology to heal and damage enemies. Lifeweaver's abilities include Healing Blossom, Thorn Valley, Petal Platform, Rejuvenating Dash, Life Grip, and Tree of Life. The hero's unique abilities allow for strategic teamwork and the altering of player locations on the field. Lifeweaver will be available on April 11.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Kotaku
Overwatch 2's new support hero, Lifeweaver, has an ability called Life Grip that allows the user to shield and pull a teammate to their position. However, players are using it to pull their teammates into dangerous situations, leading to concerns about trolling behavior. Blizzard may need to patch the ability or require both users to opt-in with a button prompt to prevent malicious use. Lifeweaver is set to be released on April 11 and is Overwatch's first Thai hero and an openly pansexual character.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by IGN
Overwatch 2's latest support Hero, Lifeweaver, uses Biolight technology to manipulate positioning and change the outcome of matches. Lifeweaver will be available with the debut of Season 4 on April 11.