The buzz around Overwatch 2 just got a lot more exciting. A leak seems to have spilled the beans on which heroes are set to receive the upcoming Gundam Wing skins. According to the information circulating, Mercy, Ramattra, Reaper, and Soldier: 76 are the chosen ones for this highly anticipated crossover.
Fans are beyond thrilled, speculating about which Gundam Wing characters might inspire these new skins. Notably, there’s chatter about favorites like Altrom and Wing Zero making an appearance. The collab event is on the horizon, kicking off on April 29, and excitement is reaching a fever pitch.
With the start of Overwatch 2’s Season 16 on April 22, players were met with a slew of updates, including some buffs, nerfs, and tweaks to perks. But it was the crossover with the legendary mecha franchise that’s capturing everyone’s imagination.
Season 16 is particularly noteworthy for introducing Freja, the 43rd hero to join the fray. Blizzard’s newest damage hero, Freja, is tailored for those adept at positioning and precision, combining mobility with deadly ranged attacks. Additionally, players can now enjoy the Stadium mode, where they can test their skills in best-of-seven 5v5 matches. Hero bans in competitive play, another highly requested feature, also make their entry this season.
The leaked details first emerged on Twitter via user wiki_ow, who hinted that Mercy, Ramattra, Reaper, and Soldier: 76 would sport the new Gundam Wing skins. While finer details like pricing and any extra themed goodies, such as emotes or sprays, remain under wraps, Blizzard’s Season 16 trailer does, in fact, confirm Mercy’s involvement in the event. However, exactly which Gundam Wing persona she’s set to embody remains a mystery.
Social media has been ablaze with fan predictions and excitement, particularly around the potential new skin for fan-favorite tank, Ramattra. There’s talk of possible inspiration from Gundam characters like Altrom, Deathscythe Hell, or Sandrock for Reaper, RX 78-2 for Soldier, and Mercy potentially taking on Wing Zero. However, some fans expressed disappointment at the exclusion of characters like Echo, Pharah, and Mauga, arguing they’d be perfect fits for a Heavyarms skin.
It’s crucial to remember that while speculation is rife, the final outcome might vary. Fortunately, players won’t have to wait much longer for the official reveal, as the Overwatch 2 x Gundam Wing event lands on April 29. In the meantime, other limited-time cosmetics are up for grabs through events like Stadium: Initiation, with eye-catching skins for Soldier: 76, and the engaging Dokiwatch series featuring skins for heroes such as Mercy, Moira, and Widowmaker.
