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Blizzard teases major Overwatch 2 changes in new developer livestream

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Here’s what you can expect during tomorrow’s Overwatch 2 Season 17 livestream.

As Overwatch 2 Season 17 approaches, Blizzard Entertainment has unveiled an exciting live stream event where some of the game developers will be showcased. Here’s a rundown of the details and a sneak peek at what lies ahead in the upcoming season.

With Overwatch 2 Season 17 fast approaching, Blizzard Entertainment has revealed a live stream event that highlights some game developers. Here’s everything you need to know about it as well as a glimpse of what awaits us in the new season.

Overwatch 2 developer livestream

On June 20th at 11 a.m. Pacific Time, the live stream for the development of Overwatch 2 will commence. During this broadcast, the Overwatch 2 development team will discuss map selection, updates, and the imminent release of the Aatlis map.

As per an official announcement from Blizzard Entertainment about topic X, Alec Dawson, who holds the position of associate game director, and Jorge Murillo, a senior-level designer, will be providing additional details.

This live broadcast can be viewed on both Twitch and YouTube. Alternatively, you can access it directly using the video player provided below.

Overwatch 2 Season 17 developer livestream

During the upcoming Overwatch 2 developer livestream, we can expect discussions about map selection, updates, and Aatlis. Notably, the new map voting system is scheduled to launch on June 24, which also marks the beginning of Overwatch 2 Season 17. As announced by Blizzard Entertainment, this feature will be available in both Quick Play and Competitive game modes as well.

When joining a role queue, you’ll be presented with three randomly chosen maps to pick from initially. Each subsequent vote will increment the selected map’s probability by 1 out of every 10 possibilities. A new feature ensures that all players’ battle tags and team chats remain hidden. Additionally, the leaver penalty takes effect right at the start of the map voting phase.

Regarding the updates, Dawson and Murillo will probably discuss the remodeled versions of the Suravasa and New Junk City maps. These are known as Flashpoints maps within Overwatch 2. The revamped Suravasa and New Junk City are expected to be introduced during the latter part of Season 17 of Overwatch 2, as per an earlier announcement.

Regarding the upcoming Overwatch 2 maps, it’s worth mentioning that Aatlis is set to join the lineup. As of now, details suggest that this map will be based in Morocco and will feature lush gardens and resort-like environments. Here are some images of Aatlis, courtesy of Blizzard Entertainment.

Everything to know about Overwatch 2 Season 17

Here’s a rundown of the events happening during Overwatch 2 Season 17, covering the highlighted topics.

  • New map voting feature
  • Suravasa and New Junk City reworks
  • New Flashpoint map Aatlis
  • Sigma, Junkrat, and Zenyatta enter Stadium
  • Overwatch 2 x G.I. Joe collaboration
  • Potential Overwatch 2 x Nerf collaboration
  • Overwatch 2 Season 17 mythic skin: Horang D.Va
  • Overwatch 2 Season 17 mythic weapon skin: Steel Death Reaper
  • New Overwatch 2 Season 17 Battle Pass skins
  • DPS passive adjustment
  • Overwatch 2 Wuyang hero trial
  • Smaller Bastion model
  • Junker Queen, Lifeweaver, and Pharah updates
  • Overwatch 2 Powered Up event
  • Overwatch 2 Hacks & Hijinx event
  • Esperança map in Stadium
  • Samoa map in Stadium
  • Stadium Forge feature
  • Stadium Drives
  • New Stadium All-Star rewards
  • Custom Stadium games
  • More Stadium example builds

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2025-06-19 21:41

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