The Overwatch 2 development team has been working to address the significant pressure faced by tank players in the game's 5v5 matches. Overwatch 2 lead gameplay designer Alec Dawson recently revealed that the team is actively developing strategies and alternatives to balance the counter-swapping tactics.
Overwatch 2 builds on the foundation of the original game with new modes, maps, and an expanded hero roster. The shift to 5v5 gameplay in Overwatch 2 has introduced a more dynamic and fast-paced experience but has also brought new challenges, particularly for those playing the tank role.
Developers at Blizzard are playing with the idea of bringing 6v6 back to Overwatch 2, and the community is split right down the middle on the idea.
In an interview hosted by Overwatch 2 streamers Flats and svb, Alec Dawson explained that it’s not only the tanks who are swapping; DPS players frequently change heroes as well, adding to the overall pressure. The counter-swapping strategy involves changing heroes mid-match to better counter the enemy team's composition. He mentioned that the team has been exploring potential changes to fix the Overwatch 2 counter-swapping issue without removing hero swapping entirely. Some...
