The latest Overwatch 2 6v6 patch includes a bunch of tank updates.
Overwatch 2 Season 19's midcycle is now live! In addition to retail Overwatch 2 and Stadium updates, the mid-season features a bunch of changes to the six-versus-six (6v6) game mode. Read on for all of the new Overwatch 2 6v6 patch notes and details.
Overwatch 2 6v6 patch notes
According to Blizzard Entertainment, most of the changes to Overwatch 2's five-versus-five (5v5) game mode are also part of the 6v6 update unless otherwise stated. The goal of this patch is to balance the two game modes and address outliers among the tank heroes. Notably, in 6v6, Zenyatta is the only support hero with an update. His Orb of Discord now has a cooldown per target.
D.Va (tank)
Health (6v6 only) Reduced from 350 to 300. | Defense Matrix (6v6 only) Recharge rate reduced by 15%. | Extended Booster Perk (5v5) Boosters now deal 100% additional damage. |
Doomfist (tank)
The Best Defense (6v6 only) Overhealth gained per target reduced from 35 to 25 HP. | Power Block (6v6 only) Amount of damage to gain Empowered Punch increased from 100 to 120. |
Junker Queen (tank)
Health (6v6 only) Base health increased from 425 to 450. | Adrenaline Rush (6v6 only) Self-healing from wounds damage scalar increased from 1.5x to 1.75x. |
Mauga (tank)
Cardiac Overdrive (6v6 only) Cooldown reduced from 17 to 15 seconds. |
Reinhardt (tank)
Barrier Field (6v6 only) Shield health increased from 1,500 to 1,800. |
Winston (tank)
Jump Pack (6v6 only) Cooldown reduced from 6 to 5 seconds. |
Wrecking Ball (tank)
Health (6v6 only) Base health reduced from 500 to 475. | Adaptive Shields (6v6 only) Overhealth gained per target reduced from 75 to 50. | Armor (5v5) Base armor reduced from 175 to 125. |
Zenyatta (support)
Orb of Discord (6v6 only) Now has a cooldown per target. |
Overwatch 2 Season 19 mid-season updates
In terms of other mid-season updates, players can now duke it out in the limited-time Spirit Showdown game mode for lots of Battle Pass XP, a free loot box, two player icons, a name card, plus an adorable weapon charm. Players who enjoy learning about Overwatch 2's lore can also visit the new story feature by selecting "Story" from the main menu.
As for general updates, retired badges and sub-badges are accessible again. The original Overwatch player levels are located in this area as well. To get there, select "Career Profile, "Progression," and "Legacy."
In role queue, player cards now display each player's highest-leveled heroes for their current role instead of across all heroes.
Finally, there's a new advanced information panel that includes the "Jump Cancel" keyword for abilities that can be ended early for extra movement.
That's all for now. Stick around on esports.gg for more Overwatch 2 news and updates.
