A new year ushers in a fresh batch of Overwatch 2 content. Season 2 of the game is still underway, but the first major update of 2023, beginning Season 3, will bring awaited changes to the game. These include, potentially, new heroes, maps and balance changes. Here's what we know about the new heroes coming with Overwatch 2's Season 3.

Perhaps the most anticipated content additions that arrive with new competitive seasons are new heroes and maps, which drastically change the gameplay landscape. Season 2 brought Ramattra, a new tank hero, as well as the Shambali Monastary Escort map. Season 3 is almost upon us and very soon players will be able to see what's in store for them as far as new content is concerned.

How Many New Heroes Are Coming in Overwatch 2 Season 3?

It's currently unknown how many heroes will be released during Overwatch 2 Season 3, as well as what roles they will encompass. It's reasonable to assume at least one new hero will be arriving with Season 3. There have also been hints that Blizzard intends to focus on the support role for upcoming seasons, so a new support hero is likely.

In the meantime, players will be able to look forward to and potentially even participate in the Overwatch World Cup, the Olympic-like event that pits 36 teams of Overwatch players around the world against one another in the ultimate global tournament. Players can also expect changes in the vein of Jan. 24's update that resulted in much-needed nerfs to balance the competitive environment.

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