Overwatch 2 Flashpoint mode gets long-awaited speed boost

Blizzard has announced that Overwatch 2 will receive a major update to its Flashpoint game mode. All of the spawn exits will get a speed boost! Read on for details.

According to Overwatch 2 systems designer Gavin Winter in the recent director's blog, the game's Flashpoint game mode will have a speed boost in all of the spawn exits. Passing through these areas will grant players a temporary speed increase, helping them return to the action more quickly.

However, there are a few things to note about the Overwatch 2 Flashpoint speed boost. For one, dealing or taking damage will result in the removal of the buff. Next, the speed boost doesn't let you go over the increased movement speed cap of 75%.

"So if your hero has a speed boost effect, the sweatiest way to use it is to wait for the spawn door boost to wear off slightly first," Winter advised.

By enabling players to return to an area more quickly, this update will effectively allow them to spend more time fighting and less time walking.

As of August 16, 2024, there are two Flashpoint maps in Overwatch 2. These include New Junk City and Suravasa. In an interview with esports.gg, Blizzard revealed the details of what went into the creation of these two maps as well. You can check out the interview here.

That's all for now. Are you excited about this change? Stick around on esports.gg for more Overwatch 2 news and updates!