Blizzard finds itself embroiled in yet another controversy surrounding Overwatch 2. The latest issue revolves around the Cyber DJ skin for Lucio, which was initially offered for sale at $19.99. However, just a day later, Blizzard announced that this same skin would be available for free to viewers who watched their Overwatch 2 event broadcast on Twitch for an hour on February 12. This unexpected move left many players, who had already purchased the skin, feeling cheated and sparked significant outrage within the community.
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This isn't the first instance where Blizzard has sold cosmetic items only to later offer them for free through promotions. As a result, players are now demanding refunds, viewing the situation as unfair. The Cyber DJ skin has since been removed from the store, yet Blizzard has not yet addressed the refund requests.
Amidst these challenges, Overwatch 2 faces stiff competition from Marvel Rivals, which is currently outperforming its peers. This competitive pressure may explain Blizzard's decision to announce significant gameplay changes at an upcoming Overwatch 2 Spotlight event. Scheduled for February 12, this event promises to unveil new maps, heroes, and other exciting content. Blizzard also plans to invite well-known streamers to their headquarters to give a sneak peek at the upcoming game updates.
