Overwatch 2 Reveals New China-Exclusive Events

Summary

• Overwatch 2 returns to China on February 19th, offering rewards from Seasons 1-9.
• Chinese players can claim Battle Pass rewards and participate in exciting in-game events.
• Season 15 will feature Chinese mythology-inspired skin bundles; details remain scarce.

Overwatch 2 makes a triumphant return to China on February 19th, bringing with it a wave of celebratory events. Players will have the opportunity to earn rewards missed from Seasons 1 through 9, enjoy themed events, and experience new content. The Chinese community rejoins the action on Future Earth, just in time for the launch of Season 15.

Following a successful technical test (January 8th-15th), which allowed players to catch up on missed content including Overwatch: Classic and six new heroes, Overwatch 2 has unveiled details of the upcoming relaunch. Game director Aaron Keller announced a multi-week celebration on Xiaohongshu (RedNote), promising many popular events and rewards. All players will receive Battle Pass rewards from Seasons 1 and 2 before launch, with Seasons 3-9 rewards obtainable through in-game events post-launch.

Chinese Mythology: The Theme of Overwatch 2 Season 15?

Keller also revealed that Season 15 will include skin bundles inspired by Chinese mythology. Whether these are new skins or existing ones, whether they are China-exclusive, or if they’ll be part of a larger thematic focus for Season 15 (similar to Season 14's Norse mythology theme), remains to be seen.

The wait for answers won't be long. Season 15 begins February 18th, just before the official China relaunch. Expect further details, likely including a full reveal, in early February.

Before Season 15 arrives, players can enjoy the "Min 1, Max 3" 6v6 test (January 21st-February 4th), featuring the classic 2-2-2 team composition. Lunar New Year and Moth Meta Overwatch: Classic events are also scheduled before Season 15. While Chinese players may miss these events, they'll have their own special celebrations to look forward to.