Here is what’s happening in the brand-new season.
Season 12 of Overwatch 2 is now live! This season boasts the arrival of new support hero Juno, the Anubis Reaper mythic skin, competitive updates, Clash maps Hanaoka plus Throne of Anubis, and so much more. Read on for everything to expect in Overwatch 2 Season 12!
![The Overwatch 2 Season 12 patch features Juno's arrival (Image via Blizzard Entertainment)](https://admin.esports.gg/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/image-46-1.jpg)
Overwatch 2 Season 12 patch notes
The new season arrived on August 20, 2024 at 11 a.m. PT, which was also 2 p.m. ET, 7 p.m. BST, and 8 p.m. CEST. Players can now launch the game and jump into the fray as Juno. This new support hero is playable in the game's ranked mode as well.
Overwatch 2 Juno
Before you jump into the fray, check out the overview of Juno's kit below!
![Overwatch 2 Juno abilities and ultimate (Image via Blizzard Entertainment)](https://admin.esports.gg/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/image-46-2-1024x576.jpg)
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Overwatch 2 Season 12 now live
In addition to Juno's arrival, the new season features a slew of exciting content and updates, including the Mythic Anubis Reaper skin, a mid-year rank reset, Flashpoint updates, Avoid a Teammate improvements, possible World of Warcraft collaboration, the Hanaoka and Throne of Anubis Clash maps, and the Premium and Ultimate Battle Passes with exclusive skins and tier skips.
Other highlights within the season include the Midnight Sun Ana weapon skin, Lifeweaver updates, new Hero Mastery missions for Zarya and Pharah, the Overwatch 2 Anniversary 2024 event, plus returning game modes such as Mirrorwatch and the one from April Fools' Day.
Don't forget about the new shop skins for several heroes such as Genji, D.Va, Pharah, Mercy, Echo, Kiriko, and Soldier: 76.
![Overwatch 2 Juno artwork (Image via Blizzard Entertainment)](https://admin.esports.gg/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/image-46-3-1024x576.jpg)
That's all for now. Are you ready for the new season? Stick around on esports.gg for more Overwatch 2 news and updates!