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Overwatch 2 is now more or less playable on all platforms. Finding Overwatch 2’s catchy download isn’t that easy, though. In this guide, we’ll show you how to download and install Overwatch 2 on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and even Steam Deck.
The release of Overwatch 2 on October 4, 2022 was and still is slow and unnerving. Server problems, broken queues and DDOS attacks are causing discontent in the community. However, for many, even downloading Overwatch 2 is a hurdle that is unnecessarily annoying and opaque. That’s why here comes our guide to all platforms.
How can you find and start the Overwatch 2 download?
It might as well be simple: Do you own the first Overwatch and do you even have it installed? Congratulations in this case because all you need to do is download and install a 20 gigabyte update file. You already own Overwatch 2 and saved yourself the trouble of downloading it. If that doesn’t work, you can manually check your game files for updates. Select “Scan and Repair” from the launch options.
What all users need before downloading is an account on Battle.net. To do this, just register on the developers’ website if you don’t already have a Battle Net account. By the way, you no longer need a phone number! Until now you had to add a valid mobile number to your account. Blizzard changed that just a few hours ago, and now you can do it without a phone number.
How do I log in with a console? After you’ve created your Battle Net account, you’ll need to link it to your PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch account. To do this, go to the “Connections” tab on account.battle.net. Click on “+Connect” on the corresponding account and log in. Once your Battle Net account is connected to PlayStation, Xbox or Switch, you can download Overwatch 2.
Does Overwatch 2 cost money? No, Overwatch 2 is completely free and you don’t have to pay for the download. However, there is the Overwatch 2: Watchpoint Pack, which costs around €40. The package contains the following contents:
- Season 1 Battle Pass
- 7x Legendary skins for heroes
- 5x epic skins for heroes
- 2,000 Overwatch Coins (you can also earn them in other ways)
- Special player icon.
#1 How to download Overwatch 2 on PC
To download Overwatch 2 on PC, you’ll need the Battle Net Launcher (via blizzard.com). Log in or register here and search for Overwatch 2 in the store. This game was not available for download until recently and was offered via upgrade, as described above. If everything fits and your PC meets the minimum system requirements, you’re good to go:
In a nutshell – PC download from OW2:
- Download the Battle.net launcher and log in.
- Maneuver to the Overwatch 2 store page.
- Click install and make sure your download folder is set up correctly. At best, don’t install it on your system
- SSD or HDD.
#2 How to Download Overwatch 2 on PlayStation 4 & 5
Head over to the PlayStation Store and search for Overwatch 2. Alternatively, you can find the heroic shooter on the go with the PS app. Start the download of Overwatch 2 and wait. Depending on your connection, this may take a few minutes. After all, Overwatch 2 is no less than 30 gigabytes in size.
#3 Download Overwatch 2 on Xbox One and Xbox Series
As with the PlayStation 4 & 5, you can relax in the Xbox Store and search for Overwatch 2. Are you currently on PC and starting an Xbox is too much work? No problem, you can also start the download of Overwatch 2 from the Microsoft Store. However, this method requires that the Microsoft Store account is connected to your Xbox account.
#4 Download Overwatch 2 on Nintendo Switch
Prefer to gamble on Nintendo’s home console Switch? No problem either, because you can also just search for the name Overwatch 2 in the Nintendo e-shop and start the 30 GB download here too.
#5 How to download Overwatch 2 on the Steam Deck — How?
If you want to download Overwatch 2 on your Steam deck, things get tricky – but not impossible. First, let’s say the shooter wasn’t originally designed for Valve’s handheld console. So you need several third-party apps:
- Install the “Bottles” app on your Steam deck.
- Now create a new bottle, give it a suitable name and select the Gaming function.
- Go to Bottles settings and find the “Runners” tab.
- Download the latest version of “Caffe” here.
- Then click on your bottle’s “Preferences” setting and search for System and then Runner Components. Select Cafe here.
- Now click on “Installers” and select “Blizzard Battle.net”.
Now just install the launcher, login and search for OW2 in the store. You’ve already figured out how to find the Overwatch 2 download on your Steam deck. If you have any comments or want to practice while downloading, check out our character guides for Kiriko and Sojourn:
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