In a significant move aimed at expanding its gaming ecosystem, Blizzard Entertainment has announced that it will be bringing some of its PC games to the popular gaming platform, Steam. The transition will commence on August 10th, starting with the highly anticipated Overwatch 2. While details about other titles joining Steam remain undisclosed, the decision to embrace this platform comes as a response to player demands for more gaming choices.
President of Blizzard, Mike Ybarra, emphasized that despite the move to Steam, Battle.net will continue to be a key priority for the company. He stated, “we’ve heard players want the choice of Steam for a selection of our games.” This strategic approach acknowledges the diverse preferences of players and aims to cater to their needs effectively.
Although Overwatch 2 will be available on Steam, it is important to note that players will still require a Battle.net account to play the game and access features like cross-platform play. However, the integration will offer players the added advantage of accessing their Steam friends list and inviting friends from the platform.
With the upcoming transition to Steam, Blizzard has sparked curiosity among the gaming community regarding potential Steam Deck support. While there has been no official announcement in this regard, enthusiasts are likely to experiment and attempt to run the game on the innovative Steam Deck gaming device.
In conjunction with the Steam release, Overwatch 2 will receive a substantial update on the same day. Players can look forward to thrilling Player vs. Environment (PvE) missions, an exciting new Player vs. Player (PvP) mode, and the introduction of a new hero. Dubbed “Overwatch 2: Invasion,” the update promises an engaging and immersive experience for both existing players and newcomers alike.
As for other Blizzard titles making their way to Steam, the company has chosen to remain tight-lipped, indicating that more information will be disclosed “when the time is right.” For avid gamers eager to experience Overwatch 2 on Steam, they can add the game to their Steam wishlist now and receive notifications once it becomes available on August 10th.
