Overwatch 2 players can unlock the new Xal’atath Symmetra skin in honor of WoW Midnight.
If you're a fan of Symmetra and Xal'atath-themed cosmetics, then this World of Warcraft (WoW) crossover may be the best one yet. Here's how to unlock the new Xal'atath Symmetra skin in Overwatch 2!
WoW Midnight release date
Blizzard Entertainment just announced that the next chapter of WoW's Worldsoul Saga, WoW Midnight, is slated for March 2, 2026. Ahead of this release date, folks can even get early access to player housing in WoW patch 11.2.7. Titled "The Warning," this update arrives in North America on December 2, 2025 for those who have pre-purchased WoW Midnight.
Overwatch 2 x WoW welcomes Xal'atath Symmetra
To obtain the new Xal'atath Symmetra skin in Overwatch 2, you must earn the "Welcome Home" achievement in WoW. Do this by pre-purchasing WoW Midnight to gain early access to the player housing feature and completing the short introductory questline. Then, move into your first home to complete the achievement.
In addition to this legendary skin, other goodies include the Xal’atath Symmetra spray, name card, and Dark Heart player icon.
Overwatch 2 World of Warcraft skins galore
The addition of the Xal'atath Symmetra skin in Overwatch 2 means the lineup of Overwatch 2 WoW skins just got even bigger. The other Overwatch 2 x WoW crossover skins include Lich King Reinhardt, Sylvanas Widowmaker, Diamond Magni Torbjorn, and Thrall Zenyatta.
In the past, we also had Illidan Genji, Tyrande Symmetra, Blackhand Doomfist, Magni Torbjorn, and Sin'dorei Symmetra!
That's all for now. Will you be adding the new Symmetra skin to your collection? Stick around on esports.gg for more Overwatch 2 news and updates.
