A 2016 hero-based team shooter emphasizing role synergy and objective play, featuring a diverse roster with unique abilities across tank, damage, and support roles.
- Developer: Blizzard Entertainment
- Genre: Team-based hero shooter (6v6 at launch)
- Platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One (2016); later Nintendo Switch
- Mechanics: Hero abilities and ultimates, role composition, payload and control objectives, dynamic team swaps
- Notable: Esports presence via Overwatch League, strong character design and accessibility, paved the way for Overwatch 2 live-service model