Overwatch 2 Season 5 Finally Bringing Back Fan Favorite Feature
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Loading... - Cortez Javier
- 17 May 2023
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Finally, after its absence since the launch of Overwatch 2 last year, the much-awaited On Fire feature is making a return in Season 5. In the original Overwatch game, players could fill their On Fire meter by performing exceptionally well in matches. This achievement was communicated to teammates through an automatic voice line, and the character's portrait was adorned with flames, serving as a signal to the opposing team.
Initially, Blizzard decided to remove the On Fire feature when they released Overwatch 2. However, remnants of the feature lingered in the free-to-play hero shooter, with characters still announcing that they were on fire when excelling in matches. Since the launch of Overwatch 2, fans have been vocal about their desire for the complete reinstatement of the On Fire feature, and it appears their wishes are finally being granted.
Recently, Blizzard unveiled the roadmap for Overwatch 2 in 2023, outlining what players can anticipate in Seasons 5, 6, and 7. According to the roadmap, Season 5 of Overwatch 2 will mark the return of the On Fire feature. Moreover, Season 5 will introduce the limited-time Questwatch event, the Summer Games, a 5v5 mini comp season, the Creator Workshop mode, and a thrilling new cinematic. As Season 4 is expected to conclude in June, fans can expect the reinstated On Fire feature to be available within the next month.
While the return of the On Fire feature is likely to please Overwatch 2 fans, it may do little to assuage the disappointment caused by another recent revelation from Blizzard. Despite PvE story missions still being a part of Overwatch 2, the planned campaign mode has been effectively canceled. This news has had a significant impact on the Overwatch 2 community, as a dedicated campaign mode was a major selling point when the game was first announced at BlizzCon 2019.
Many devoted Overwatch 2 fans are disheartened by this development, feeling that the absence of the campaign content renders the game's sequel status unjustified. Since its launch, Overwatch 2 has faced criticism for its inability to justify itself as a true sequel, and the cancellation of the campaign mode has only amplified these concerns. While the forthcoming content in Seasons 5, 6, and 7 of Overwatch 2 may help to appease disgruntled fans, only time will tell if it will be sufficient.
Overwatch 2 is currently available in early access for PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.
