Overwatch 2 has taken a bold step forward with the introduction of its newest mode, Stadium, set to launch on April 22 during season 16. This innovative mode features a third-person perspective, providing players with a fresh gameplay experience. With upgradeable heroes and a unique ranking system, Stadium merges exciting elements from popular titles like Overwatch, VALORANT, and MOBAs, creating a hybrid that promises to keep players engaged. Get ready to experience the thrill of the crowd and discover the ranks and rewards that await you in this dynamic new mode.
The Stadium mode in Overwatch 2 presents itself as a distinct entity within the game, offering players new maps, a best-of-seven format, and the ability to upgrade heroes mid-match using Items and Powers. All matches are played from a third-person perspective, enhancing the strategic depth of gameplay. Players will navigate seven leagues, each comprising five skill divisions, as they strive to climb the ranks:
Rookie Novice Contender Elite Pro All-Star LegendRanking up in Stadium differs significantly from traditional OW2 Competitive Play. Players earn points by winning matches, which helps them progress through the various skill tiers and divisions. However, losing matches can result in point deductions, particularly in the higher leagues. Notably, players in the Rookie and Novice divisions will not lose points for defeats, but once they reach the Contender tier and above, losses will result in a small point deduction. In the Pro league and higher, wins and losses will have nearly equal weight in rank points.
Blizzard has indicated that due to the evolving nature of Stadium—with new heroes, maps, modes, and abilities changing the meta each season—player ranks will reset each season. However, players will be rewarded based on the highest league tier achieved in the previous season, ensuring continuous motivation to improve.
The Stadium mode also introduces a variety of exclusive rewards for players to earn, including:
Weapon Charms Name Cards Titles SkinsAmong these, exclusive Epic skins serve as one-time lifetime rewards. For the inaugural season of Stadium, players can earn the Moira skin for the Support role, the Orisa skin for the Tank role, and the Genji skin for the Damage role, with each role featuring its own rank system. Achieving the All-Star rank will unlock the coveted Legendary All-Star skin for Juno, showcasing the pinnacle of achievement in this new mode.
In addition to skins, Stadium players will accumulate Competitive Points that can be used to purchase weapon skins, including Gold, Jade, and Galactic skins. Each victory in Stadium awards players 10 Competitive Points, incentivizing consistent performance.
Furthermore, the first season of Stadium will host an event titled Stadium: Initiation, featuring its own set of rewards. Players can complete challenges to earn items such as Name Cards, Player Icons, a Legendary Loot Box, battle pass XP bonuses, and the exclusive Rookie Soldier: 76 skin.
With the launch of Overwatch 2 Stadium, players can look forward to an exciting new mode that combines innovative mechanics with engaging rewards. As you prepare to dive into this competitive experience, keep an eye on the evolving meta and the exclusive rewards that await you.
