The latest season of Overwatch 2 introduces refinements across standard gameplay and Stadium modes, focusing on hero adjustments and item modifications. Key updates include resolving technical issues with Reaper’s abilities and rebalancing Lucio’s healing mechanics due to recent Crossfade enhancements.
Explore the comprehensive list of changes below for hero adjustments and Stadium-specific revisions.
Season 17 hero updates
Subtle balance shifts dominate this update, with particular improvements to Tracer’s weaponry and substantial Crossfade buffs for Lucio. Perk adjustments aim to refine strategic options in competitive play.
Junker Queen adjustments
Commanding Shout now offers stronger temporary protection with adjusted durations.
Commanding Shout
- Self-overhealth rises to 200 (+25)
- Allies gain 75 overhealth (+25)
- Personal duration reduced to 4s
Mauga enhancements
Critical hit synergy improved for increased survivability.
Berserker passive
- Overhealth conversion rate climbs to 50%
Ramattra upgrade
Sustained healing capabilities receive a boost.
Nanite Repair
- Regeneration rate jumps to 75/s
Zarya improvements
Two key abilities become more impactful in engagements.
Spotter
- Movement acceleration increased by 10%
Graviton Crush
- Health-based damage scales to 40%
Bastion optimization
Improved battlefield survivability through model adjustments.
- Hitbox reduced by 10%
Echo refinement
Enhanced precision for ranged combat effectiveness.
Tri-Shot
- Projectile spread tightened by 0.3°
Pharah adjustment
Shield mechanics reworked for active combat alignment.
Helix Shields
- Direct rocket hits regenerate shields
Reaper buff
Damage output receives long-awaited upgrade.
Hellfire Shotguns
- Pellet damage increased to 5.75
Soldier:76 adaptation
Control scheme optimized for streamlined play.
Stim Pack
- Default activation button remapped
Tracer enhancement
Firepower receives incremental boost.
Pulse Pistol
- Damage per shot rises to 6
Venture update
Combat rhythm improved through timing adjustments.
Smart Excavator
- Recovery period shortened by 0.1s
Lifeweaver improvement
Enhanced synergy between ability usage and cooldown management.
Cleansing Grasp
- Successful cleanses reduce cooldown
Lucio adjustments
Healing output amplified to match new baseline standards.
Crossfade
- Base HPS increased to 20
Moira buff
Healing potential receives measurable upgrade.
Biotic Grasp
- Healing output rises by 10%
Zenyatta upgrade
Damage conversion efficiency improved for offensive playstyles.
Duality
- Damage conversion rate boosted to 40%
Stadium mode revisions
Ana changes
Nano Boost mechanics refined for clearer functionality.
Double Dosage
- Adjusted to cap at 30% effectiveness
Juno adjustments
Item categories reclassified for better balance alignment.
Boosted Rockets
- Now grants 10% damage resistance
Kiriko updates
Healing mechanics optimized for improved consistency.
Soothing Step
- Healing output increased by 50%
Lucio revisions
Crowd Pleaser synergy shifted to Amp It Up activation.
Vivace
- Movement and attack speed bonuses added
Mei changes
Combat effectiveness in Blizzard conditions enhanced.
Cold Blaster
- 20% damage boost in Blizzard areas
Reaper fixes
Technical inconsistencies resolved across multiple abilities.
Nightcreeper
- Redesigned with detection mechanics
Soldier:76 tweaks
Field deployment strategy rewards multi-zone usage.
Frontline
- Stacking overhealth mechanic implemented