Freja gets massive buff in Overwatch 2 ahead of her release in Season 16

With Season 16 just around the corner, many Overwatch 2 fans are eagerly waiting to play with the game's newest Hero, Freja. Well, it would seem as if the character is going to be just a bit more popular, as the game announced today that she will be getting a buff before her release in Season 16.

Here is everything we know about Freja getting a buff in Overwatch 2 Season 16.

Freja has not even joined the game yet, and she is already getting a buff, making her one of the more anticipated new Heroes in Overwatch 2 history.

During her Hero Trial, many exclaimed positive thoughts about her high skill ceiling and swift movement abilities.

While Blizzard claims they don't balance around Quick Play data, they stated that it does help them get valuable information around different Heroes. Freja, who will fully premiere in Season 16, was a tad bit below the average win rate during her Hero Trial.

So, it seems like the character is getting buffed just ahead of her release.

To help the Hero secure more kills, Freja's Revdraw Crossbow will now be able to shoot 12 shots before max spread, making it far more lethal. This is an extra four shots, as the original was only eight.

Not only does Freja get more shots, but her shot damage is also getting an increase alongside its max radius. This enhances her firepower quite a bit, making fans who already loved her even more excited.

And for those who were not a fan at the start, they may find they actually enjoy playing as Freja in the upcoming Season.

Overwatch 2 is not holding back when it comes to Season 16, as they are also keeping 6v6s in the game, making players incredibly hyped.

The new season begins on April 22, 2025, and is set to be one of the best seasons in Overwatch 2 history. Will you be playing?

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