Highlights from Overwatch 2’s Latest Crossover
- Ashe’s potential Avatar-themed skin overlooked due to voice actress overlap.
- Blizzard has chosen Aang and Zuko as the focus for Avatar skins in Overwatch 2.
- Season 14 introduces fresh collaboration cosmetics alongside hero adjustments and special events.
In the vibrant world of Overwatch 2, players are buzzing about a missed chance for Ashe to receive a unique skin from the beloved series, Avatar: The Last Airbender. This opportunity comes as Blizzard continues to unveil exciting collaborations, such as their recent partnership with One-Punch Man, bringing forth new cosmetics tied to popular cultural themes.
Ashe is no stranger to thematic skins; she previously donned a striking outfit inspired by Faye Valentine from Cowboy Bebop, a reference to the iconic 1998 anime. This crossover not only styled Ashe as the fierce bounty hunter but also provided a revamped look for B.O.B., Ashe’s robotic companion, modeled after the aesthetic of Faye’s ship. The community is now looking at what could have been, particularly with the possibility of an Ashe skin based on June from Avatar.
A Reddit user known as R2d2s_bleeper expressed disappointment over the lack of this potential skin, emphasizing that both Ashe and June are voiced by the talented Jennifer Hale. Hale’s credits include notable roles in Mortal Kombat 1 (Kronika), Bayonetta 3 (Bayonetta), and X-Men ’97 (Jean Grey). Furthermore, the user mused that B.O.B. could have drawn inspiration from the badger mole, a notable creature from the Earth Kingdom in the Avatar universe.
Expanding the Collaboration: Overwatch 2 and Avatar
Blizzard fumbled the bag with this potential skin for the Avatar collab especially since they’re both voiced by Jennifer Hale by u/R2d2s_bleeper in Overwatch
While many players echoed this sentiment, others pointed out that June has a limited presence throughout Avatar: The Last Airbender, leading Blizzard to favor more prominent figures from the series. Recent leaks have revealed the specific Avatar skins making their debut for heroes like Aang and Zuko, and are set for characters such as Zenyatta, Genji, Kiriko, and Orisa. Notably, Venture is expected to receive a distinct collaboration-themed cosmetic, deviating from its usual armor styling.
The collaboration with Avatar: The Last Airbender is set to enrich the gameplay experience in Overwatch 2’s Season 14, officially launching on December 10. This update will also introduce Hazard, a new hero marked by impressive agility and offensive capabilities. Players can anticipate the Avatar-themed cosmetics to roll out on December 17, along with potential additional gear beyond just skins. Besides these collaborations, buffs to characters like Soldier: 76, Ashe, and Baptiste have been confirmed, along with nerfs for Mauga and Pharah, culminating in the kickoff of the Winter Wonderland event.
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