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5 Ways Overwatch Went From Newcomer to Juggernaut in Just One Year

A huge year for Overwatch and its community.

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When Overwatch first released, it was looking a bit light on the ground when it came to game modes. You had your quick play, the ability to face-off against AI, and that was about it. While the core experience is incredibly compelling in itself, the addition of a bunch of new game modes helped players to find the right mode for them.

Competitive mode has become the place to test your mettle against other serious players, providing a perfect platform to highlight the very best in the community, while the pre-existing Quick Play allows players to jump in, practice, and learn new heroes without risking heavy damage to their Skill Rating. While this initial distinction has helped to keep the community engaged with like-minded players, the addition of the Arcade is a particular feature that has helped to make Overwatch far more enjoyable than it was when the title first released.

With a range of rotating game modes that put the emphasis on fun, the Arcade has become the perfect stomping ground for those trying to grind those weekly loot boxes, and for those just wanting to mess around and have a fun time. Mystery Heroes has the potential to throw you out of your comfort zone with a randomized character, while 3v3 Elimination matches make for intense tests of tactics.


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