One Controversial Decision About Overwatch 2’s Flashpoint Mode Turned Out to Be The Right One

Overwatch 2, like its predecessor, is a competitive online shooter. While the title has delivered some single-player content, Overwatch as a franchise is defined by its status as an eSport. Updates to characters and modes can impact the competitive experience greatly, and for those who are playing the game at its highest level, potentially their livelihood. Games that are eSports are often updated more incrementally and can be subject to small but frequent changes. While unexciting at times, this approach is important to keep the game stable. When Overwatch 2 added its new mode Flashpoint, it was relegated to casual modes, and while this decision has been controversial, it was a wise one for Blizzard to make.