Overwatch 2 just revealed major changes to its Stadium roadmap, including the postponement of features like Unranked matches and crossplay. Pharah and Tracer will now replace Sojourn and Wuyang as the new additions for Season 18. Additionally, other features such as Stadium Trials and Competitive Drafts have been rescheduled for later releases. While fans await these updates, they can look forward to new insights into gameplay in Overwatch 2 over the next few months.
In early May, Overwatch 2 disclosed a roadmap that outlined many features slated for the Stadium mode in upcoming seasons. The graphic encompassed hero introductions, new features like Unranked matches, crossplay capabilities, and various enhancements aimed at improving player experience.
Changes to Overwatch 2 Stadium Roadmap (Seasons 17-19)
- Competitive Drives introduced in Season 17
- Unranked Stadium and crossplay delayed to Season 18 (originally Season 17)
- Competitive Drafts will now be included in Season 18 (initially planned for 19+)
- Pharah to debut in Season 18 (new)
- Tracer set to arrive mid-Season 18 (new)
- Sojourn’s introduction postponed to Season 19 (previously Season 18)
- Stadium Trials rescheduled to Season 19 (first expected in Season 18)
- Wuyang’s arrival is pushed to a later date
Importantly, not all changes denote delays; Competitive Drafts were advanced and will now be available in Season 18. This adjustment will enable players to make more strategic choices regarding hero selection within Stadium.
Upcoming Features
Some features such as custom games in Season 17, Endorsements in Season 18, and consumable items in Season 19, remain on schedule. As the release dates approach, more details will be provided to fans.
