Summary
- Overwatch 2 returns to China on February 19th, offering rewards from Seasons 1-9.
- Chinese players can claim Battle Pass rewards and participate in exciting in-game events.
- Season 15 will feature skin bundles inspired by Chinese mythology; further details are pending.
Overwatch 2 makes a triumphant return to China on February 19th, bringing with it a wave of celebratory events. Players will have the opportunity to earn rewards missed from Seasons 1 through 9, enjoy themed events, and experience the game's latest content. The Chinese community can rejoin the action on Future Earth, just in time for the launch of Season 15.
Following a successful technical test (January 8th-15th), which allowed players to catch up on missed content including Overwatch: Classic and six new heroes, Overwatch 2 has unveiled its plans for the relaunch. Game director Aaron Keller announced a multi-week celebration on Xiaohongshu (RedNote), promising a return of popular events and rewards. All players will earn Battle Pass rewards from Seasons 1 and 2 before the relaunch, with Seasons 3-9 rewards available via in-game events post-launch.
Chinese Mythology: A Season 15 Theme?
Keller also revealed that Season 15 will include skin bundles inspired by Chinese mythology. Whether these are new skins or existing ones adapted, and whether they'll be China-exclusive or part of a larger thematic element for Season 15 (similar to Season 14's Norse mythology theme), remains to be seen.
The wait for answers won't be long. Season 15 begins February 18th, just before the official China relaunch. Expect more details to emerge in early February.
Meanwhile, players globally can participate in "Min 1, Max 3," a 6v6 test (January 21st-February 4th) featuring the classic 2-2-2 team composition. Lunar New Year and Moth Meta Overwatch: Classic events are also planned before Season 15. While Chinese players may miss these specific events, their own unique celebrations await.
