Uploaded October 2021 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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In the recent developer AMA on reddit, the devs shared some fascinating insight into OW2 & their game and balance philosophies, including why support has become the most impactful role in OW2 and also, why the 25% damage reduction in combat was a necessary addition!

The AMA reddit post: reddit.com/r/Competitiveoverwatch/comments/q7m2d2/were_the_overwatch_2_hero_design_and_balance_team

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction & Doomfist Tank

5:35 - Ultimate Generation in OW2
6:58 - Pro Playtests & Zarya OW2
13:23 - Zen/Ana Stronger in OW2
16:40 - Role Passives Good?
20:07 - Tanks Health & Safety
22:36 - Damaging Supports? Why Not Just Play DPS!?
33:20 - The MOST IMPORTANT Information of the AMA
39:42 - Conclusion


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