Overwatch patch notes

Overwatch Retail Patch Notes – October 13, 2026

October 13, 2026 This is a hotfix update. Replay codes from the October 6 patch are still available. Damage and healing reduced from 60 to 55. Duration reduced from 6 to 5 seconds. Damage reduced from 7 to 6.5. Explosion damage reduced from 40 to 20. Cooldown increased from 12…

• ⇄adjustThis is a hotfix update. Replay codes from the October 6 patch are still available.
• ▼nerfDoctrine · Eternal ScepterDamage and healing reduced from 60 to 55.
• ▼nerfDoctrine · Invigorating DronesDuration reduced from 6 to 5 seconds.
• ▼nerfSombra · Machine PistolDamage reduced from 7 to 6.5.
• ▼nerfSombra · CyberspaceExplosion damage reduced from 40 to 20.
• ▼nerfSombra · CyberspaceCooldown increased from 12 to 13 seconds.
• ▲buffRoadhog · Scrap GunCenter projectile damage increased from 34 to 40.
• ▲buffRoadhog · Take a BreatherCooldown reduced from 2 to 1.25 seconds.
• ▲buffRoadhog · Take a BreatherDamage reduction increased from 35% to 40%.
• ▲buffRoadhog · Take a BreatherMax duration increased from 2 to 2.5 seconds.
• ▲buffKirikoBase health increased from 225 to 250.
• ▼nerfD.MonBase armor reduced from 275 to 250.

Overwatch Retail Patch Notes – October 6, 2026

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• ▲buffRoadhogAmmo reloaded increased from 2 to 4.
• ✕removedRoadhogRemoved.
• ▲buffRoadhogDuring Whole Hog, Chain Hook’s cooldown is reduced by 80%.
• ✕removedRoadhogRemoved.
• ⇄adjustRoadhog · Scrap Gun – Primary FirePrimary Fire now fires 2 bursts per volley.
• ▲buffRoadhog · Scrap Gun – Primary FireAmmo increased from 6 to 12.
• ▲buffRoadhog · Scrap Gun – Primary FireTotal damage per volley increased from 175 to 204.
• ▼nerfRoadhog · Scrap Gun – Primary FireCritical damage multiplier decreased from 2x to 1.5x.
• ▼nerfRoadhog · Scrap Gun – Primary FireShotgun pellet count decreased from 25 to 16.
• ▼nerfRoadhog · Scrap Gun – Primary FireShotgun pellet damage decreased from 7 to 4.25.
• ⇄adjustRoadhog · Scrap Gun – Primary FireNow fires a larger projectile in the center of each shot.
• ▲buffRoadhog · Scrap Gun – Primary FireSpread decreased from 8 degrees to 6 degrees.
• ▼nerfRoadhog · Scrap Gun – Primary FireFalloff range decreased from 30-50 meters to 20-35 meters.
• ▲buffRoadhog · Scrap Gun – Primary FireProjectile speed increased from 80 meters per second to 100 meters per second.
• ✕removedRoadhog · Scrap Gun – Secondary FireRemoved.
• ▲buffRoadhog · Trash CompactorAfter the duration, fire an explosive projectile whose damage scales based on the damage absorbed, ranging from 75 to 200 damage.
• ▼nerfRoadhog · Chain HookEnemy stun duration after being pulled decreased from 0.4 seconds to 0.3 seconds.
• ▲buffRoadhog · Chain HookTarget’s final distance from Roadhog after being pulled increased from 3 meters to 4.5 meters.
• ▲buffRoadhog · Chain HookCooldown decreased from 7 seconds to 6 seconds in 5v5.
• ▲buffRoadhog · Chain HookCooldown decreased from 8 seconds to 7 seconds in 6v6.
• ▼nerfRoadhog · Take a BreatherMax duration decreased from 3 seconds to 2 seconds.
• ▲buffRoadhog · Take a BreatherHealing over time increased from 150 per second to 200 per second.
• ▼nerfRoadhog · Take a BreatherDamage reduction decreased from 40% to 35%.
• ▼nerfRoadhog · Take a BreatherCooldown increased from 1.25 seconds to 2 seconds.
• ⇄adjustSombraMoved from Damage to Support role.
• ⇄adjustSombraMoved from Recon subrole to Tactician subrole.
• ▲buffSombraExperience required to earn minor perk increased by 67%.
• ▲buffSombraExperience required to earn major perk increased by 69.5%.
• ✕removedSombraRemoved.
• ✕removedSombraRemoved.
• ⇄adjustSombraHacking health packs with Hotfix reduces its main cooldown by 4 seconds.
• ✕removedSombraRemoved.
• ▼nerfSombra · Machine PistolDamage per projectile decreased from 8 to 7.
• ▲buffSombra · Machine PistolMinimum falloff distance increased from 15 meters to 20 meters.
• ▲buffSombra · Machine PistolMaximum spread decreased from 2.3 degrees to 2 degrees.
• ▼nerfSombra · Machine PistolShots until max spread increased from 6 to 10.
• ▼nerfSombra · EMPUltimate cost increased by 67.5%.
• ▼nerfSombra · EMPDamage decreased from 25% of current health to 20% of current health.
• ✕removedSombra · HackRemoved.
• ▼nerfSombra · HotfixHacked health pack duration decreased from 45 seconds to 30 seconds.
• ✕removedSombra · VirusRemoved.
• ⇄adjustSombra · CyberspaceEnemies within the zone are weakened, which is a new status effect that reduces the target’s own damage and healing output by 50%.
• ▲buffSombra · TranslocatorStealth duration increased from 5 seconds to 6.5 seconds.
• ▼nerfSombra · TranslocatorTime to enter Stealth increased from 0.3 seconds to 0.75 seconds.
• ▼nerfSombra · TranslocatorProjectile range reduced from 18 meters to 12.25 meters.
• ⇄adjustSombra · TranslocatorMovement speed bonus is now active immediately after teleporting instead of after fully entering Stealth.
• ▼nerfSombra · TranslocatorCooldown increased from 6 seconds to 7.5 seconds.
• ✕removedSombra · OpportunistRemoved.
• ▲buffD.Va · Micro MissilesFire rate increased from 11 to 14 shots per second.
• ▲buffDomina · Crystal ChargeCooldown reduced from 8 to 7 seconds.
• ▲buffDomina · Reconstruction (Passive)Ability lifesteal increased from 75% to 100%.
• ▼nerfBastion · ReconfigureDuration reduced from 6 to 5 seconds.
• ⇄adjustCassidy · DeadeyeNow prevents attaching to Jetpack Cat's Lifeline.
• ▲buffEmre · Cyber FragCooldown reduced from 10 to 9 seconds.
• ▲buffGenji · Swift StrikeDamage increased from 50 to 60.
• ▼nerfGenji · DragonbladeDamage reduced from 110 to 100.
• ▲buffGenji · DragonbladeSwing speed increased by 15%.
• ✕removedShionRemoved.
• ▲buffShionEvade's overhealth duration is increased by 1 second.
• ✕removedAnaRemoved.
• ▼nerfDoctrineUltimate cost increased by 8%.
• ▼nerfDoctrineDamage and healing conversion rate reduced by 50%.
• ▼nerfDoctrine · Invigorating DronesAttack Speed reduced from 35% to 30%.
• ▼nerfDoctrine · Shrouded MomentumCooldown increased from 7 to 8 seconds.
• ▼nerfDoctrine · Shrouded MomentumDamage reduction reduced from 50% to 40%.
• ✕removedDoctrine · Shrouded MomentumNo longer provides critical hit immunity while active.
• ▲buffDoctrine · DeliveranceDrone Fire Rate increased from 4 to 5.
• ▼nerfDoctrine · DeliveranceOverhealth and debuff duration reduced from 8 to 6 seconds.
• ▼nerfDoctrine · DeliveranceDecay duration reduced from 5 to 4 seconds.
• ⇄adjustLúcioAmp It Up is now active for 4 seconds after casting Sound Barrier.
• ▲buffLúcio · Sound BarrierDuration increased from 5 to 6 seconds.
• ▲buffAnaHead hit volume increased from 16.9 to 18.
• ▲buffAnranHead hit volume increased from 15.2 to 17.
• ▲buffAnranTorso hit volume increased from 18 to 23.
• ▲buffAnranLeg hit volume increased from 14.7 to 19.
• ▲buffAsheTorso hit volume increased from 22.4 to 25.
• ▲buffAsheLeg hit volumes increased from 16.7 to 19.
• ▲buffBaptisteHead hit volume increased from 15.1 to 16.
• ▲buffBastionHead hit volume increased from 20 to 21.5.
• ▼nerfBastionBack minigun hit volume reduced from 20 to 18.
• ▼nerfBastionLower arm hit volume reduced from 20 to 15.
• ▼nerfCassidyTorso hit volume reduced from 37 to 33.
• ▼nerfCassidyLeg hit volumes reduced from 24 to 22.
• ▲buffDoomfistHead hit volume increased from 19.7 to 21.
• ▲buffDoomfistWaist hit volume increased from 30 to 35.
• ▲buffDoomfistLeg hit volume increased from 21 to 26.
• ▼nerfDoomfistFist hit volume reduced from 24 to 20.
• ▲buffEchoHead hit volume increased from 15.9 to 18.
• ▲buffEchoLeg hit volumes increased from 14.6 to 20.
• ▲buffEmreHead hit volume increased from 16 to 18.
• ▲buffEmreLeg hit volumes increased from 17.5 to 20.
• ▲buffHanzoHead hit volume increased from 16 to 18.
• ▲buffHazardHead hit volume increased from 18.5 to 20.
• ▲buffHazardLeg hit volumes increased from 21.9 to 24.
• ▲buffIllariHead hit volume increased from 14.9 to 18.
• ▲buffIllariTorso hit volume increased from 20 to 23.5.
• ▲buffJetpack CatHead hit volume increased from 15.8 to 18.5.
• ▲buffJetpack CatTorso hit volume increased from 14.8 to 17.
• ▲buffJetpack CatWaist hit volume increased from 19.5 to 26.
• ▲buffJetpack CatLeg hit volumes increased from 9.7 to 12.
• ▲buffJunker QueenHead hit volume increased from 17.8 to 19.
• ▲buffJunker QueenTorso hit volume increased from 26.2 to 28.
• ▲buffJunker QueenWaist hit volume increased from 23.8 to 26.
• ▲buffJunker QueenLeg hit volume increased from 19.2 to 22.
• ▼nerfJunkratTorso hit volume reduced from 32 to 29.
• ▲buffJunkratLeg hit volumes increased from 17.3 to 20.
• ▲buffJunoTorso hit volume increased from 19 to 23.
• ▼nerfJunoHand hit volumes reduced from 8.5 to 5.
• ▼nerfJunoArm hit volumes reduced from 9 to 7.
• ▲buffKirikoHead hit volume increased from 14.9 to 16.
• ▲buffKirikoTorso hit volume increased from 17.7 to 21.
• ▲buffLifeweaverHead hit volume increased from 14.8 to 17.
• ▲buffLifeweaverTorso hit volume increased from 19.7 to 25.
• ▲buffLifeweaverLeg hit volumes increased from 15.5 to 19.
• ▲buffLifeweaverWaist hit volume increased from 15.9 to 20.
• ▲buffLúcioHead hit volume increased from 13.2 to 16.
• ▲buffMaugaHead hit volume increased from 22 to 23.5.
• ▼nerfMaugaHand hit volumes reduced from 16 to 12.
• ▼nerfMaugaLeg hit volume length reduced from 50 to 35.
• ▲buffMaugaTorso hit volume increased from 40 to 42.
• ▲buffMaugaTorso hit volume width increased from 30 to 40.
• ▲buffMercyHead hit volume increased from 14.4 to 17.
• ▲buffMercyTorso hit volume increased from 22.4 to 24.5.
• ▼nerfMercyLeg hit volumes reduced from 22.4 to 20.
• ▼nerfMizukiHead hit volume height reduced from 10 to 6.
• ▲buffMizukiHead hit volume increased from 16 to 17.5.
• ▲buffMizukiTorso hit volume increased from 22 to 24.
• ▲buffMizukiLeg hit volumes increased from 17 to 19.
• ▼nerfMoiraTorso hit volume reduced from 27 to 25.
• ▼nerfReinhardtShoulder hit volume reduced from 40 to 35.
• ▼nerfReinhardtHand hit volumes reduced from 25 to 20.
• ▼nerfReinhardtFoot hit volumes reduced from 40 to 30.
• ▲buffSierraTorso hit volume increased from 20.7 to 23.
• ▲buffSierraLegs hit volumes increased from 16.7 to 19.
• ▲buffSierraLower leg hit volumes increased from 15 to 19.
• ▼nerfSierraLower leg hit volume height reduced from 54.9 to 40.
• ▲buffSojournHead hit volume increased from 14.9 to 16.
• ▲buffSojournTorso hit volume increased from 20.5 to 23.5.
• ▲buffSojournLeg hit volumes increased from 17 to 18.5.
• ▲buffSombraHead hit volume increased from 14 to 16.
• ▼nerfSombraTorso hit volume reduced from 25 to 23.
• ▲buffSombraLeg hit volumes increased from 15 to 18.
• ▲buffSymmetraTorso hit volume increased from 22.4 to 24.
• ▼nerfSymmetraLeg hit volume reduced from 22.4 to 20.
• ▼nerfTorbjörnHead hit volume reduced from 23.3 to 20.
• ▼nerfTorbjörnClaw hand hit volume reduced from 15 to 11.
• ▲buffTracerTorso hit volume increased from 22.4 to 24.
• ▼nerfTracerLegs hit volumes reduced from 22.4 to 20.
• ▲buffVentureTorso hit volume increased from 22.9 to 25.
• ▲buffVentureLeg hit volumes increased from 17 to 21.
• ▲buffWrecking BallHead hit volume increased from 22 to 25.
• ▲buffWrecking BallTorso hit volume increased from 83.5 to 87.5.
• ▲buffWuyangHead hit volume increased from 14.85 to 16.
• ▲buffWuyangTorso hit volume increased from 20.2 to 23.
• ▼nerfZenyattaHead hit volume reduced from 20 to 17.
• ▼nerfZenyattaTorso hit volume reduced from 32 to 30.
• ▼nerfZenyattaLeg hit volumes reduced from 24 to 22.

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Overwatch Retail Patch Notes – September 22, 2026

September 22, 2026 This is a bug fix update. Replay codes have been wiped. Fixed a bug where Team Drives titles showed placeholder text. Fixed a bug where Drive Signature prestige levels may have changed after Team Drives. Fixed a bug with the scope on Ashe's Metalcore skin. Top…

• ✓fixThis is a bug fix update. Replay codes have been wiped.
• ✓fixFixed a bug where Team Drives titles showed placeholder text.
• ✓fixFixed a bug where Drive Signature prestige levels may have changed after Team Drives.
• ✓fixFixed a bug with the scope on Ashe's Metalcore skin.

Overwatch Retail Patch Notes – September 17, 2026

September 17, 2026 This is a hotfix update. Replay codes from the September 8, 2026 patch are still available. Armor reduced from 325 to 275 (5v5). Armor reduced from 300 to 250 (6v6). Focused Fusion - Major Perk Damage per bullet reduced from 45 to 36. Fuel drain rate increased…

• ⇄adjustThis is a hotfix update. Replay codes from the September 8, 2026 patch are still available.
• ▼nerfD.MonArmor reduced from 325 to 275 (5v5).
• ▼nerfD.MonArmor reduced from 300 to 250 (6v6).
• ▼nerfD.MonDamage per bullet reduced from 45 to 36.
• ▲buffD.Mon · PropulsorsFuel drain rate increased from 25 to 30.
• ▼nerfD.Mon · Fusion RepeaterDamage reduced from 16 to 15.
• ▼nerfD.Mon · Fusion RepeaterCooldown increased from 4 to 5 seconds.
• ✓fixFixed a gameplay issue with Mercy in Stadium. She has been re-enabled in all Stadium queues.

Overwatch Retail Patch Notes – September 10, 2026

September 10, 2026 This is a hotfix patch. Replay codes from the September 8 patch are still available. Resolved an issue with Ramattra's Ravenous Vortex that caused additional unintended delay before it could be detonated. Fixed a bug with Jetpack Cat that allowed Purr to go…

• ✓fixResolved an issue with Ramattra's Ravenous Vortex that caused additional unintended delay before it could be detonated.
• ✓fixFixed a bug with Jetpack Cat that allowed Purr to go through enemy barriers.
• ✓fixFixed an issue that affected the range of Vendetta's Palatine Fang in some instances.

Overwatch Retail Patch Notes – September 8, 2026

September 8, 2026 Junkrat's Loot Hunt goes Legendary, with a specially themed twist! Join Junkrat for a unique yet familiar mixup for three weeks starting September 12 and running until September 29. Armor reduced from 325 to 300. (6v6) Damage reduced from 65 to 60. Cast time…

• ▼nerfD.MonArmor reduced from 325 to 300. (6v6)
• ▼nerfD.Mon · Plasma SaberDamage reduced from 65 to 60.
• ▲buffD.Mon · Power BarrierCast time decreased from 0.065s to 0.016s.
• ▼nerfD.Mon · Power BarrierNotches on side of shield reduced in size.
• ▼nerfD.Mon · Call MechTransformation duration has been reduced from 1.95 to 0.95 seconds.
• ✚newD.Mon · Call MechA new first-person bootup animation lasting 1 second has been added.
• ▲buffD.Mon · Portable Fusion RepeaterSpread reduced from 2 to 1.75 degrees.
• ▼nerfD.Mon · Portable Fusion RepeaterMinimum falloff range reduced from 30 to 20 meters.
• ▲buffD.VaMech base health increased from 175 to 200. (5v5)
• ▲buffDominaUltimate Cost reduced by 6%.
• ▼nerfMaugaBase armor reduced from 150 to 125.
• ▲buffMauga · ChaingunsMaximum spread when firing a single gun reverted from 1.5 to 1 degree.
• ▼nerfMauga · ChaingunsMaximum spread when firing both guns increased from 4 to 5 degrees.
• ▼nerfMauga · ChaingunsDamage falloff minimum range when firing both guns reduced from 15 to 10 meters.
• ▲buffWinston · Barrier ProjectorCooldown reduced from 12 to 10 seconds. (5v5)
• ▼nerfWinston · Barrier ProjectorDuration reduced from 8 to 7 seconds.
• ▼nerfwrecking BallDuration reduced from 1.5 to 1 second.
• ▼nerfZarya · Particle BarrierCooldown increased from 11 to 12 seconds. (5v5)
• ▼nerfAnran · Dancing BlazeReduced the amount of visual effects enemies see when impacted by Dancing Blaze.
• ▲buffAnran · Vermillion RevivalCast time reduced from 3 to 2.5 seconds.
• ▼nerfFrejaRefunded automatic bolts reduced from 8 to 5.
• ▼nerfFreja · Revdraw CrossbowDamage reduced from 30 to 28.
• ▼nerfFreja · Take AimExplosive Bolt explosion damage reduced from 80 to 75.
• ▼nerfFreja · Take AimExplosive bolt impact sound effects reduced.
• ▼nerfJunkratBonus speed reduced from 125% to 100%.
• ▲buffJunkrat · Concussion MineCooldown reduced from 8 to 7 seconds.
• ▲buffSierra · Helix RifleWeapon projectile speed increased from 90 to 120.
• ▼nerfSierra · Helix RifleDamage reduced from 9 to 8.5.
• ▼nerfSierra · Tracking ShotDamage reduced from 9 to 8.5.
• ▲buffSierra · Tremor ChargeCooldown reduced from 8.5 to 7 seconds.
• ▼nerfSymmetra · TeleporterPlacement range reduced from 30 to 25 meters.
• ▼nerfSymmetra · TeleporterTeleport reuse cooldown increased from 1 to 1.25 seconds.
• ▼nerfTorbjörnDeploy turrets increased throw range reduced from 50% to 25%.
• ▲buffTorbjörn · Rivet GunSecondary fire spread reduced from 4.5 to 4 degrees.
• ▲buffVendetta · Palatine FangInitial Swing delay reduced from 0.3 to 0.15 seconds.
• ▼nerfVendetta · Palatine FangHorizontal swing duration reduced from 0.25 to 0.2 seconds.
• ▲buffVendetta · Palatine FangCombo link duration increased from 0.75 to 0.9 seconds.
• ▼nerfVendetta · Whirlwind DashRecovery increased from 0.5 to 0.75 seconds.
• ▼nerfVendetta · Sundering BladeRecovery increased from 0.2 to 0.5 seconds.
• ✕removedVendetta · Sundering BladeCamera pitch is no longer fully locked during the slash.
• ⇄adjustWidowmaker · Take AimUpdated Widowmaker's Take Aim charge sound effects for the default, Mythic, and Hello Kitty weapons. These sound effects now increase in intensity when the charge level is above 50%.
• ▲buffBaptiste · Immortality FieldUnkillable health threshold increased from 20% to 25%.
• ▲buffBaptiste · Immortality FieldCooldown reduced from 22 to 20 seconds.
• ▲buffBaptiste · Immortality FieldHealth increased from 125 to 150.
• ▼nerfBrigitteHealth reduced from 200 to 175.
• ▲buffBrigitteArmor increased from 50 to 75.
• ▲buffJetpack CatIncreased sound priority and volume of base movement and Frenetic Flight.
• ▼nerfJetpack Cat · Biotic PawjectilesDamage and healing per projectile reduced from 4.5 to 4.
• ⇄adjustJetpack Cat · LifelineStuns and mobility locking effects on a carried target now disconnect Lifeline.
• ⇄adjustJetpack Cat · LifelineAllies now automatically accept Lifeline when over a death plane.
• ▼nerfKiriko · Healing OfudaProjectile travel speed reduced from 24 to 18 meters per second.
• ▼nerfKiriko · Healing OfudaMaximum seeking range reduced from 35 to 30 meters.
• ▼nerfKiriko · Protection SuzuPhased out invulnerability duration reduced from 0.65 to 0.5 seconds.
• ▼nerfKiriko · Protection SuzuExplosion radius reduced from 5 to 4 meters.
• ▲buffWuyang · Restorative StreamRegeneration rate increased from 12.5% to 15% per second.
• ▼nerfWuyang · Restorative StreamLine of sight timeout reduced from 5 to 3 seconds.
• ▼nerfZenyatta · Harmony OrbLine of sight timeout reduced from 5 to 3 seconds.
• ▲buffD.VaUltimate Charge cost reduction increased to 60% (Up from 50%).
• ▼nerfJunker QueenCut 'Em Gracie - Power
• ▼nerfJunker QueenReturn damage reduced to 30 (Down from 40).
• ▲buffGenjiCooldown reduction per target increased to 2.5s (Up from 2s).
• ▼nerfVendettaLifesteal per stack reduced to 4% (Down from 5%).
• ▲buffAnaAttack speed bonus increased to 50% (Up from 30%).
• ▼nerfAnaUltimate Charge gain reduced to 10% (Down from 25%).
• ▼nerfJetpack CatDamage reduced to 20% of healing (Down from 30%).
• ✓fixFixed a bug where Battlepass XP was not granted for Stadium Quick Play Matches.
• ✓fixFixed a bug with the "Solus Victorem 2026 Finals" Spray.
• ✓fixFixed a bug where the kill feed would sometimes be out of order.
• ✓fixFixed several issues with the After Match Rewards summary.
• ✓fixFixed several issues with the ping system.
• ✕removedRemoved the High Precision Mouse Input setting, as the problem it was built to solve has now been addressed through other means. The setting's removal does not change how mouse input functions in-game.
• ✓fixFixed an issue causing Mercy's Flash Heal ability to not be counted for the "Support Ability Mastery" or "Master of Life and Death" daily challenges.
• ✓fixFixed an issue with the "Toggle Boosters" setting.
• ✓fixFixed a bug with the Black Forest map. It is now re-enabled.
• ✓fixFixed an issue where Mercy's Sympathetic Recovery passive wasn't properly working in Stadium.
• ✓fixFixed an issue where Cut 'Em Gracie would sometimes pull targets not stuck by the blade.
• ✓fixGeneral Discussion forum Bug Report forum Technical Support forum

Overwatch Retail Patch Notes – August 20, 2026

August 20, 2026 This is a hotfix update. Replay codes from the August 19 update are still available. Fixed an issue where Mizuki could reach unintended locations. Top of post

• ⇄adjustThis is a hotfix update. Replay codes from the August 19 update are still available.
• ✓fixMizukiFixed an issue where Mizuki could reach unintended locations.

Overwatch Retail Patch Notes – August 19, 2026

August 19, 2026 This is an update requiring an update to the game client. Replay codes have been wiped. Fixed an issue with the Eichenwalde map; this map has been re‑enabled in the competitive rotation. Fixed an issue with the Genji Mythic voice lines that prevented them from…

• ⇄adjustThis is an update requiring an update to the game client. Replay codes have been wiped.
• ✓fixFixed an issue with the Eichenwalde map; this map has been re‑enabled in the competitive rotation.
• ✓fixFixed an issue with the Genji Mythic voice lines that prevented them from playing.
• ✓fixFixed an issue where banked tier skips earned prior to Season 4 were not applying to the Season 4 Battle Pass.
• ✓fixFixed an issue where unclaimed items from previous seasons were not being granted.

Overwatch Retail Patch Notes – August 14, 2026

August 14, 2026 This is a hotfix update. Replay codes from the August 11 patch are still available. Fixed a bug with Portable Fusion Repeater that could result in hits failing to register. Fixed a bug with Limit Break not correctly granting Overhealth for targets hit. Fixed in a…

• ⇄adjustThis is a hotfix update. Replay codes from the August 11 patch are still available.
• ✓fixD.MonFixed a bug with Portable Fusion Repeater that could result in hits failing to register.
• ✓fixD.MonFixed a bug with Limit Break not correctly granting Overhealth for targets hit.
• ✓fixD.MonFixed in a previous update - Resolved an issue that prevented Overhealth from being applied when Limit Break was activated.
• ✓fixD.MonFixed a bug where Toggle Propulsors did not work on console platforms.
• ✓fixD.MonFixed an issue with being damaged from the front with while Power Barrier was deployed.
• ⇄adjustD.MonAdjusted the height of the mech head hitbox to be more flush with the model.
• ▲buffD.Mon · Surging StrikeCast Time reduced from 0.15 to 0.05 seconds.
• ▲buffD.Mon · Surging StrikeRecovery reduced from 0.25 to 0.15 seconds.
• ▲buffD.Mon · Fusion RepeaterCast Time reduced from 0.3 to 0.2 seconds.
• ▲buffD.Mon · Fusion RepeaterRecovery Time reduced from 0.5 to 0.2 seconds.
• ▼nerfJetpack CatBase movement speed reduced from 6 to 5.5 meters per second.
• ▼nerfJetpack Cat · PurrSelf healing penalty increased from 25% to 40%.

Overwatch Retail Patch Notes – August 12, 2026

August 12, 2026 This is a hotfix update. Replay codes from the August 11 patch are still available. Damage increased from 60 to 65. Fuel drain rate reduced from 40 to 25. Fuel regen rate increased from 15 to 22.5. Damage increased from 15 to 16. Cooldown reduced from 6 to 4…

• ⇄adjustThis is a hotfix update. Replay codes from the August 11 patch are still available.
• ▲buffD.Mon · Plasma SaberDamage increased from 60 to 65.
• ▼nerfD.Mon · PropulsorsFuel drain rate reduced from 40 to 25.
• ▲buffD.Mon · PropulsorsFuel regen rate increased from 15 to 22.5.
• ▲buffD.Mon · Fusion RepeaterDamage increased from 15 to 16.
• ▲buffD.Mon · Fusion RepeaterCooldown reduced from 6 to 4 seconds.
• ✓fixFixed a bug where Nano Boost was removed from Moira when she used Fade.
• ✓fixFixed an issue preventing D.Mon's Power Barrier from fully protecting D.Mon if deployed while Fusion Repeater was active.
• ✓fixFixed a bug where the second attacker spawn extended into playable areas on Paraíso.
• ✓fixFixed a bug where D.Mon could become invulnerable temporarily.

Overwatch Retail Patch Notes – August 11, 2026

August 11, 2026 A more flexible and player-friendly update to the Battle Pass experience—letting players choose which rewards to pursue first, swap one Battle Pass skin for a curated skin from the seasonal Swap Pool and engage with a refreshed UI that makes progression feel…

• ⇄adjustA more flexible and player-friendly update to the Battle Pass experience—letting players choose which rewards to pursue first, swap one Battle Pass skin for a curated skin from the seasonal Swap Pool and engage with a refreshed UI that makes progression feel clearer and more rewarding.
• ✕removedChoose your path through the Battle Pass. You no longer need to unlock every reward in a fixed linear order. You can choose which rewards you want to pursue first and can change tracks anytime after completion of the Intro track.
• ⇄adjustThe MEKA Squad have long been the pride of South Korea and the city of Busan, and now their stars are on the rise!
• ✚newMulti-Kill celebration: Added new callouts and new VO to celebrate when anyone scores a multi-kill (from 2x upwards). New icons will display in the Activity Feed and in the Kill Feed.
• ▼nerfThe requirements for the Daily Challenge "Untouchable" have been reduced to 5 eliminations instead of 10.
• ⇄adjustVarious movie players (including the narrative viewer) now have the ability to seek.
• ⇄adjustMany movie players will also now remember your progress after leaving and returning to the same video.
• ✚newTitles and Weapon Charms for Emerald have been added.
• ⇄adjustThis Rank Redistribution primarily focuses on moving players that were Platinum and Diamond into Emerald, but the highest Divisions of Champion will now also be more exclusive.
• ✚newA new UI element has been added to the Competitive Overview that shows how your Rank compares to all other players in a given queue.
• ▲buffGrandmaster 2 - Increased from 175 to 200
• ▲buffGrandmaster 1 - Increased from 200 to 250
• ▲buffChampion 5 - Increased from 250 to 350
• ▲buffChampion 4 - Increased from 300 to 450
• ▲buffChampion 3 - Increased from 400 to 550
• ▲buffChampion 2 - Increased from 550 to 700
• ▲buffChampion 1- Increased from 700 to 900
• ✚newAdded D.Mon to the Tank roster (Subrole: Stalwart).
• ▼nerfAdditional healing from health packs reduced from 75 to 50.
• ▲buffDomina · PanopticonBarrier health increased from 450 to 500.
• ▲buffDoomfist · Seismic SlamDamage increased from 50 to 60.
• ▼nerfHazardUltimate cost increased by 7%.
• ▼nerfHazardReduced the number of Bonespur hits required from 14 to 12.
• ▲buffMaugaOverhealth gained per shot increased from 3 to 4.
• ▼nerfMauga · OverrunCooldown increased from 5 to 6 seconds. (5v5)
• ✕removedOrisaRemoved.
• ▲buffOrisaEnergy Javelin's knockback is increased by 25% and its wall impact damage is increased by 15.
• ▲buffWinstonUltimate cost reduced by 6%.
• ▲buffWinstonHealing increased from 30 to 35.
• ✕removedCassidyRemoved.
• ✕removedEchoRemoved.
• ⇄adjustEchoMoved from Minor to Major Perk.
• ▲buffEchoFocusing Beam's range is increased by 8 meters and movement speed is increased by 25% when active.
• ▲buffEchoRange increased from 6 to 8 meters.
• ▲buffEchoMovement speed increased from 15% to 25%.
• ▲buffEmreUltimate cost reduced by 6%.
• ▲buffEmreSlow duration increased from 1 to 1.5 seconds.
• ▲buffGenjiUltimate cost reduced by 6%.
• ▼nerfPharah · Concussive BlastCooldown increased from 7 to 8 seconds.
• ▼nerfShion · JoyrideGround launch detection radius reduced from 1.5 to 1 meter.
• ✕removedTracerRemoved.
• ▲buffTracer · RecallCooldown reduced from 13 to 12 seconds.
• ▲buffVendetta · Soaring SliceCooldown on spawn reduced from 7 to 3 seconds.
• ▲buffVentureUltimate cost reduced by 8%.
• ▲buffVentureDrill Dash distance is increased from 50% to 75%.
• ▲buffVentureTotal amount of shields gained increased from 30 to 40.
• ▼nerfJetpack CatUltimate cost increased by 7%.
• ▲buffJetpack CatBase movement speed increased from 5.5 to 6 meters per second.
• ▲buffJetpack CatAir acceleration increased from 7.7 to 9.5.
• ✕removedJetpack CatRemoved.
• ▼nerfJetpack Cat · LifelineMovement speed bonus reduced from 40% to 30%.
• ▼nerfJuno · Pulsar TorpedoesTarget lock on minimum time reduced from 0.5 to 0.35 seconds.
• ⇄adjustLifeweaver · Life GripCan now be manually cancelled with the Jump input after 0.6 seconds.
• ▼nerfLifeweaver · Life GripBase pull speed reduced from 30 to 25 meters per second.
• ✚newLifeweaver · Life GripNew general hero setting added for disabling Life Grip cancel controls.
• ▼nerfMizukiMovement speed gained reduced from 25% to 20%.
• ▼nerfMizuki · Binding ChainProjectile size reduced from 0.35 to 0.3.
• ▼nerfMizuki · Katashiro ReturnCooldown increased from 11 to 12 seconds.
• ▲buffWuyang · Guardian WaveMaximum degrees increased from 10 to 15 degrees.
• ▲buffZenyattaLifesteal increased from 10 to 15%.
• ⇄adjustD.VaReworked from "[Defense Matrix] heals you for 30% of the damage it blocks" to "When you mitigate 150 damage with [Defense Matrix], heal yourself for 15% of that damage and all other allies within 6m for 25% of that damage".
• ✚newD.VaAdded "when dealing Weapon damage to enemies beyond 8m, [Defense Matrix] recovers 33% faster".
• ▼nerfD.VaDamage reduced to 40 (Down from 60).
• ▼nerfD.VaDuration reduced to 2s (Down from 3s).
• ⇄adjustD.VaReworked from Express Detonation.
• ⇄adjustD.VaChanged from "+50% [Call Mech] Radius. [Self-Destruct] explodes 15% faster" to "[Self-Destruct] explodes 25% faster and costs 50% less Ultimate Charge but deals 75% reduced damage and only grants 75% Ultimate Charge after detonation".
• ⇄adjustD.VaChanged from "During the first 2s of [Boosters], [Defense Matrix] recovers 125% faster" to "[Boosters] damage grants 0.5s [Booster] Duration and restores 5% [Defense Matrix] Resource and heals 5% Max Life".
• ⇄adjustD.VaNow scales from Max Life instead of Max Shields and Armor.
• ▼nerfD.VaScaling reduced to 15% (Down from 25%).
• ⇄adjustD.VaNow counts as [Boosters] damage.
• ▲buffD.Va"When you mitigate 150 damage with [Defense Matrix], deal 20% increased Weapon Damage for 3s".
• ✕removedD.VaRemoved.
• ⇄adjustD.VaReworked from Dae-Hyun's Detonator.
• ⇄adjustD.VaChanged from "If your [Mech] detonates while mid-air, increase [Self-Destruct] explosion damage and range by 100%" to "During [Self-Destruct], if your [Mech] detonates while mid-air or deals [Boosters] damage, [Self-Destruct] explodes 100% larger and causes enemies to take 50% more damage for 5s".
• ✕removedD.VaRemoved.
• ⇄adjustD.VaReworked from Busan Blaster.
• ⇄adjustD.VaChanged from "Ability: Use [Secondary Fire] while de-meched to fire an explosive piercing shot that deals 80 damage" to "While ejected from your [Mech], hold [Jump] to fly and hold [Secondary Fire] to fire an explosive shot that deals up to 80 damage and slows enemies by 30% for 3s".
• ▲buffOrisaCritical damage increased to 100% (Up from 75%).
• ⇄adjustOrisaReworked to Power.
• ▲buffOrisaNow increases Weapon Damage instead of granting Weapon Power.
• ▼nerfOrisaMax Damage reduced to 30% (Down from 40%).
• ⇄adjustOrisaReworked to Item.
• ✚newOrisaAdded 15% Weapon Lifesteal.
• ▲buffOrisaAttack Speed during Fortify increased to 15% (Up from 10%).
• ✚newOrisaAdded 10000 Cost.
• ✚newOrisaAdded "[Energy Javelin] critical hits reduce an additional 1.5s".
• ▼nerfRamattraDetonation bonus damage reduced to 25 (Down from 50).
• ▼nerfRamattraRavenous Vortex bonus damage reduced to 15% (Down from 30%).
• ▼nerfZaryaCost increased to 9000 (Up from 3750).
• ▲buffAsheUltimate Cost reduction increased to 60% (Up from 50%).
• ▲buffJunkrat"[Frag Launcher] Direct Hits without bouncing reduce cooldown of all abilities by 20%".
• ▼nerfTracerPulse Bomb Damage decreased to 70% reduced (Down from 60% reduced).
• ✚newAnaAdded "Landing a scoped [Sleep Dart] reduces its cooldown by 5s".
• ⇄adjustAna75 base damage now only applies to scoped [Sleep Dart].
• ▲buffAnaIncreased base damage now works with Comfy Cloud.
• ▲buffAnaMax Life heal increased to 20% (Up from 15%).
• ⇄adjustJetpack CatIncreased duration for each Purr target reduced to 10% (Down from 15%).
• ⇄adjustJetpack CatMax increased duration reduced to 50% (Down from 75%).
• ⇄adjustJetpack CatNow triggers off of any damage instead of just Ability damage.
• ✚newJetpack CatAdded 20% [Purr] Cooldown Reduction.
• ▼nerfJetpack CatCost increased to 11000 (Up from 10000).
• ▲buffJetpack CatCost reduced to 5000 (Down from 10000).
• ✚newKirikoAdded "cooldown is reduced by 20% when used without a target".
• ▲buffKirikoEmpowered shots increased to 5 (Up from 3).
• ▼nerfKirikoCooldown refund increased to 25% (Up from 20%).
• ▲buffWuyangDuration increased to 5s (Up from 4s).
• ▲buffWuyangEmpowered shots increased to 3 (Up from 2).
• ▲buffWuyangDamage per extra Orb increased to 30% (Up from 20%).
• ▲buffWuyangCost reduced to 10000 (Down from 12000).
• ▼nerfWuyangCost increased to 11000 (Up from 10000).
• ✚newWuyangAdded 10% Ability Power.
• ▲buffWuyangCooldown reduction every 1s increased to 0.5s (Up from 0.3s).
• ▼nerfWuyangCost increased to 12000 (Up from 10000).
• ▲buffWuyangWeapon Power increased to 20% (Up from 10%).
• ✕removedWuyangRemoved.
• ▲buffWuyangCost reduced to 3750 (Down from 4000).
• ▼nerfWuyang"When you use [Rushing Torrent], place Passive [Restorative Stream] on yourself with 25% reduced healing".
• ✓fixFixed an issue where Brigitte’s Inspiring Strike perk failed to provide its intended instant healing effect.
• ✓fixFixed an issue that caused Mizuki’s Katashiro’s Return to not trigger when the return point was positioned too close to the payload.
• ✓fixFixed an issue preventing Execution from appearing as a toggleable option in Custom Game settings.
• ✓fixFixed an issue where the challenge “A Wee Minidin” had become unintentionally difficult to complete.
• ✓fixFixed an issue that prevented Reaper from queueing a reload while actively firing Dire Triggers.
• ✓fixFixed an issue where the Survivor sub‑role incorrectly triggered its passive healing effect without a corresponding movement ability.
• ✓fixFixed an issue where Doomfist’s Survival of the Fittest perk was not granting the correct amount of Max Overhealth.
• ✓fixFixed an issue with Hanzo's Frost Arrow Perk that would occur when activated on a controller.
• ✓fixIn a previous update, fixed an issue where Vortex Vial didn't grant the proper amount of Health.
• ✓fixIn a previous update, fixed an issue where Three Tap Tommygun didn't work properly on D.Va.
• ✓fixIn a previous update, fixed an issue where Friendly Fissure with Asteroid Smash wouldn't have any falloff damage.
• ✓fixIn a previous update, fixed an issue where Lucio's Nano Boop item combined with Reverb was dealing more damage than intended.
• ✓fixFixed an issue where D.Va could reset her boosters cooldown by destroying barriers and deployable when using MEKA Punch.
• ✓fixFixed an issue where Junkrat's Bango Power would override the burn from Lithium Alloy.
• ✓fixFixed an issue where Junkrat's Refreshing Radiation item removed the cooldown reduction from Successful Heist.
• ✓fixFixed an issue where Skyline Nanite wasn't working properly with DOTs.

Update on Unauthorized Peripheral Usage for Console Platforms

August 4, 2026 Thanks for taking the time today to listen to our update on unauthorized peripherals. Until next time, play nice, play fair, and see you in-game! Top of post Sept. Patch Notes Sept. July Patch Notes July These patch notes represent general changes made to the Live…

• ⇄adjustThanks for taking the time today to listen to our update on unauthorized peripherals. Until next time, play nice, play fair, and see you in-game!
• ✓fixGeneral Discussion forum Bug Report forum Technical Support forum

Overwatch Retail Patch Notes – July 30, 2026

July 30, 2026 The following patch notes are applicable only to a specific, limited-time game mode. The documented changes do not apply to pre-existing queues, unless otherwise noted. In-Combat Healing Reduction reduced from 30% to 15% for all heroes. Ultimate charge reduction…

• ▼nerfIn-Combat Healing Reduction reduced from 30% to 15% for all heroes.
• ▲buffUltimate charge reduction when damaging or healing tank targets increased from 20% to 40%.
• ▼nerfMovement speed buff reduced from 20% to 15%.
• ▼nerfHealing reduced from 50 to 40.
• ▲buffCooldown reduced from 5 to 4 seconds.
• ▼nerfAdditional health from Health Packs reduced from 75 to 50.
• ▼nerfHealing conversion reduced from 40% to 30%.
• ▲buffDomina · Barrier ArrayBarrier Cooldown reduced from 17 to 15 seconds.
• ▼nerfDomina · Barrier ArrayBarrier Duration reduced from 8 to 7 seconds.
• ▲buffDoomfist · The Best DefenseShield gain increased from 25 to 30.
• ▲buffHazard · Jagged WallCooldown reduced from 15 to 13 seconds.
• ▲buffMauga · OverrunCooldown reduced from 7 to 6 seconds.
• ▲buffRamattra · Void BarrierCooldown reduced from 16 to 13 seconds.
• ▼nerfRamattra · Void BarrierDuration reduced from 4 to 3 seconds.

Overwatch Retail Patch Notes – July 28, 2026

July 28, 2026 This is a bug fix update. Replay codes have been wiped. In a previous update, a new tab was added to the Competitive Info page explaining the mechanics and rules of Hero Bans. Fixed a bug where previously completed event challenges would sometimes show in the…

• ✓fixThis is a bug fix update. Replay codes have been wiped.
• ✚newIn a previous update, a new tab was added to the Competitive Info page explaining the mechanics and rules of Hero Bans.
• ✓fixFixed a bug where previously completed event challenges would sometimes show in the challenges menu.
• ✓fixLifeweaver · Healing BlossomFixed a bug where Healing Blossom would release unexpectedly when switching weapons.
• ✓fixMercyFixed an issue where Mercy was gaining increased self-healing from the Medic Subrole.
• ✓fixFixed a bug with Three Tap Tommy Gun on D.Va.