Overwatch 2 Hazard release date and new tank hero playtest

Amy Chen

Amy Chen

Here is everything to know about Hazard’s release date and playtest in Overwatch 2.

After some teasing within the game itself, Blizzard has officially revealed that Hazard from the Phreaks faction is Overwatch 2's new tank hero! Read on for the Overwatch 2 Hazard release date plus everything to know about the new tank hero's playtest.

The Overwatch 2 Hazard release date is Season 14 (Image via Blizzard Entertainment)
The Overwatch 2 Hazard release date is Season 14 (Image via Blizzard Entertainment)

Overwatch 2 Hazard release date

Hazard will arrive in Overwatch 2 in Season 14, which will also be in December 2024. We know this because of our own experience with seasonal updates. When we log in to the current season's Battle Pass, for example, we can predict the start date for Season 14.

The Overwatch 2 Hazard playtest starts on Nov. 22 (Image via Blizzard Entertainment)
The Overwatch 2 Hazard playtest starts on Nov. 22 (Image via Blizzard Entertainment)

Overwatch 2 Hazard playtest

If you don't want to wait until Overwatch 2 Season 14 to play Hazard, then you can actually launch the game between Nov. 22 and Nov. 25 to test him out! Blizzard confirmed this information in the official trailer for the new tank hero.

Hazard and Suzy in Overwatch 2 (Image via Blizzard Entertainment)
Hazard and Suzy in Overwatch 2 (Image via Blizzard Entertainment)

Who is Hazard in Overwatch 2?

According to the latest trailer and Blizzard's social media page on X, Hazard is a member of the Phreaks faction in Overwatch 2. This faction is known for its members who have a punk and revolutionary spirit. Hazard works alongside Suzy, who is an omnic. They both seem to have known each for quite a long time based on their interactions in the trailer.

That's all for now. Are you excited for the new Overwatch 2 tank hero? Stick around on esports.gg for more news and updates!