With 70+ hours invested in Overwatch 2 (Battlenet Tag is Panther #31676), I am well-versed in the game and you can trust the information I am putting out in the guide.
To unlock some of the Heroes in Overwatch 2, players who have never bought the original game must first finish the tutorial. Fans will subsequently be able to take the following 13 Heroes into multiplayer games after they have completed the tutorial:
Key Takeaways
- Overwatch 2 is the newest entry to Blizzard’s acclaimed hero shooter.
- For new experiences, players must unlock heroes.
- Players who owned and played the original overwatch will already have the full roster of heroes available to play from the start.
- New players will have to go through a tutorial to unlock 13 heroes.
- 2 new heroes will be available after logging into the game before the end of the first season.
- Kiriko will be available after either reaching tier 55 in the battle pass system or buying the premium battle pass for 1000 overwatch coins.
| Overwatch 2 Heroes |
|---|
| Lucio |
| Mercy |
| Moira |
| Orisa |
| Pharah |
| Reaper |
| Reinhardt |
| Soldier 76 |
| Torbjorn |
| Tracer |
| Widowmaker |
| Winston |
| Zarya |
As you get comfortable with the game and familiarize yourself with how it works, you will undoubtedly be interested in trying out other characters.
With the first 13 Heroes unlocked, players can set their sights on the remaining 19. To earn these Heroes, Overwatch players must complete “challenges,” which are simple to participate in designated numbers of matches.
Specifically, you’ll need to play 150 matches to have every character from the original game unlocked, though you’ll also begin unlocking heroes way before that threshold. For full clarity, here are the number of matches that are required for unlocking each Hero, and it is important to note that wins count as two matches after Ana has been obtained:
| Hero | Number of Games to Unlock |
|---|---|
| Genji | 1 Game |
| D.Va | 2 Games |
| Cassidy | 3 Games |
| Ana | 4 Games |
| Hanzo | 9 Games |
| Junkrat | 12 Games |
| Roadhog | 15 Games |
| Symmetra | 20 Games |
| Zenyatta | 25 Games |
| Bastion | 30 Games |
| Sigma | 40 Games |
| Ashe | 50 Games |
| Brigitte | 60 Games |
| Mei | 70 Games |
| Doomfist | 85 Games |
| Baptiste | 100 Games |
| Sombra | 115 Games |
| Wrecking Ball | 130 Games |
| Echo | 150 Games |
| Sojourn | Login during Overwatch 2 Season 1 |
| Junker Queen | Login during Overwatch 2 Season 1 |
Note that Overwatch 2’s new heroes like Kiriko are unlocked in a different way, which we’ll go over in the section below.
How to Unlock Kiriko
To unlock new heroes like Kiriko in Overwatch 2, you need to reach Tier 55 on the seasonal Battle Pass that corresponds to the season when the new hero is released.
Here’s how to do it:
- Focus on completing challenges to earn XP and level up your Battle Pass. Challenges include daily and weekly gameplay tasks, which contribute to your Battle Pass progression.
- You can maximize your XP gains by teaming up with other players, which provides a 20% XP boost. Grouping up is highly recommended to expedite your progress.
- If you’re in a hurry to unlock Kiriko or other heroes, you can purchase the Premium Battle Pass for 1,000 Overwatch Coins. This will grant you immediate access to the new hero.
- If you missed unlocking a hero during the season, don’t worry. Overwatch 2 allows players to unlock heroes from previous seasons by completing unique gameplay challenges. Additionally, you can use Overwatch Coins to purchase characters from previous seasons.
By focusing on challenges, leveling up your Battle Pass, and possibly using Overwatch Coins, you can unlock new heroes and enjoy the diverse gameplay options in Overwatch 2.
On the Xbox Series X|S, PS5, PS4, PC, and Nintendo Switch, Overwatch 2 is currently available. It’s undoubtedly among the best competitive shooters currently available, and since it’s free to play, you have nothing to lose by giving it a try. As an alternative, gamers may buy the Overwatch 2: Watchpoint Pack, which includes 2,000 Overwatch Coins, access to the Premium Battle Pass for Season 1, and a number of exclusive Legendary skins.
All Heroes With Comparison
No. Name Number of Games to Unlock
1 Genji 1
2 D.Va 2
3 Cassidy 3
4 Ana 4
5 Hanzo 9
6 Junkrat 12
7 Roadhog 15
8 Symmetra 20
9 Zenyatta 25
10 Bastion 30
11 Sigma 40
12 Ashe 50
13 Brigitte 60
14 Mei 70
15 Doomfist 85
16 Baptiste 100
17 Sombra 115
18 Wrecking Ball 130
19 Echo 150
20 Sojourn Login During Overwatch 2 season 1
21 Junker Queen Login During Overwatch 2 season 1
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