The beta phase for Overwatch 2 didn’t gain a highly favorable momentum and then the early days of launch were affected by long server queues, making the players frustrated. However, it seems like the game has recovered from a shaky debut. So much so that it has eventually succeeded in breaking an all-time record in the franchise.
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Ever since its official launch on October 4, Overwatch 2 has stunned everyone with addictive gameplay, to say the least. Although there have been some issues, the majority of gamers have thoroughly enjoyed it. And the proof is that it just topped 25 million players within two weeks of release!
Overwatch 2 breaks franchise record, gains over 25 million users in 10 days of launch!
Coming as a sequel to its 2016 predecessor, the newest entry comes with an enhanced experience. Plus, there’s a new character as well, of Japanese origin, who’s named Kiriko. A major change from the first game is that now there’s only a 5v5 option in the PvP mode.
Speaking of the release, then Overwatch 2, so far, has managed to please most of the players. The official account of the game shared the biggest proof of it recently, while revealing a newly accomplished milestone by the latest offering. The title has attracted more than 25 million players in just ten days of its worldwide launch.
TWENTY FIVE. MILLION. PLAYERS. IN. TEN. DAYS. 🤯
Thank you to the 25 Million Players who have now jumped into #Overwatch2 with us 💙🧡 pic.twitter.com/2ESBr5Shmk
— Overwatch (@PlayOverwatch) October 14, 2022
Moreover, it not only attracted 25+ million users but Overwatch 2 also broke the first entry’s stats as well. Industry insider Benji, on Twitter, revealed that compared to the original, it’s way beyond.
Overwatch 2 vs Overwatch 1 Total Number of players (Free 2 Play Launch vs Paid Model)
• Overwatch 2
– 25+ Million Players in 10 Days• Overwatch 1
– 7 Million Players in 1 Week
– 10 Million Players in 3 Weeks
– 60 Million Players in 4 Years, 11 Months pic.twitter.com/FiL139yNGv— Benji-Sales (@BenjiSales) October 14, 2022
For those who are interested in numbers, the first game gained 7 million users in a week, 10 million players in three weeks, and 60 million players in a period of four years and eleven months. Meanwhile, fans on social media seemingly agreed with the newly released stats for the fresh installment.
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Most of the players are already in love with Overwatch 2, as some people are already calling it a GOTY contender. “Game of the year,” wrote one user on Twitter while praising the game.
Game of the year
— Outranked 🦇 (@_Outranked) October 14, 2022
That's nuts, gameplay is phenomenal, we just need yall to address the horrendous pricing. If you can find a better way to sell cosmetics and Battle Passes, you'd have a better game on your hands.
— I Talk (@ThisIsITalk) October 14, 2022
Tanks, Heals & DPS. What's not to love!!! Congrats! ❤️
— World of Warcraft (@Warcraft) October 14, 2022
25 MILLION HEROES ❣
Congratulations on the amazing milestone, the team did a phenomenal job and we can't wait to keep growing with you 🥲 pic.twitter.com/tbQe5aKpd1
— Overwatch Cavalry 🇬🇧 (@OverwatchCaval) October 14, 2022
CONGRATULATIONS DEAR OVERWATCH 🫶🖤 pic.twitter.com/4xvIpzIdo2
— ୨⎯ ♡ pami ♡ ⎯୧ • ceo of d.va • 🌸 (@pampurins) October 14, 2022
WE'RE A BIG GAME NOW 🎉
— mL7 (@mL7support) October 14, 2022
Just read the blog post from 2 days ago I believe and I'm beyond happy. This is my first experience with overwatch and I'm absolutely loving it. Thank you ❤
— the among us (@thesingularamog) October 14, 2022
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Game has been a blast to play, and if you set aside the queue times which now are actually decent the servers are very stable once you get in a game.. I would love though if the prices were a bit lower, so that it more affordable for everyone to get skins etc
— Koletsis Antreas (@JohnKotsis24) October 14, 2022
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Overwatch 2 is now available for the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. What are your thoughts on its performance? Are you also happy with its experience? Let us know in the comments.
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