Blizzard announces the first date Overwatch 2 The closed beta will test the game’s PvP capabilities.
As previously reported, set to go live on April 26, the closed beta will include a large group of testers who will be asked to provide feedback on the game. The goal of this phase is to test new features, content, and systems, and then move on to stress testing servers with a wider player base in future tests.
The closed beta will include 5v5, new hero Sojourn, four new maps, new push mode, hero rework and new Ping system.
If you haven’t signed up for the beta, you can opt in here.
Testers will be selected based on a number of factors, including the Battle.net region, when you signed up, and your computer hardware specifications. If you choose, in order to access the first beta, you will need to own a copy of Overwatch 1.
If you are selected to participate, you will receive an invitation via the email associated with your Battle.net account. No set number of invites was offered, but Blizzard said it would add more players from the opt-in pool if it determined it needed more players to test new features or keep matches running smoothly.
While this beta is only open to PC users, Blizzard plans to include console players in future betas.
Your PC needs the following to run the beta:
Minimum (target 30fps):
- OS: Windows 7 / Windows 8 / Windows 10 64-bit (latest service pack)
- Processor: Intel Core i3 or AMD Phenom X3 8650
- Video: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 600 Series, AMD Radeon HD 7000 Series
- Memory: 6 GB RAM
- Storage: 50 GB free hard drive space
Recommended (target 60fps at medium settings):
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit (latest service pack)
- Processor: Intel Core i7 or AMD Ryzen 5
- Video: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or AMD R9 380
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Storage: 50 GB free hard drive space
Overwatch 2 was announced at BlizzCon 2019, and all the looks and progression from the original game will be carried forward for players. The game will have a new game mode called Push, set in Toronto, more story and PvE content, and all 31 heroes and more will get updated appearances. The game will feature the hero Sojourn and several new heroes.
