Overwatch 2 is moving away from the “odd” characters

In the original game and its sequel, Overwatch Canon introduces some wild characters Overwatch 2. Earlier this week, Blizzard shared early observations The next hero of the title Wu Yang. According to Overwatch 2's chief concept artist Daryl Tan, Wuyang symbolizes the game's transition from a “strange” character, but instead favors aspiring heroes.

During an interview PolygonsTan and senior narrative designer Joshi Zhang explained that the creative team focused on introducing characters that reflect their own personal experiences while also connecting with a larger audience.

“In a sense, we're always close to making Overwatch Heroes… in a sense,” Tan said. “Their physique, expertise in their work and expertise in real cool heroes we can look up to.”

“It's a very, very personal hero for me,” Zhang added. “When I wrote this story, I took a lot of very deep personal experiences to face the feeling of wanting to give back to my family, the shame and innocence that comes with it, and explore when you can't realize your parents' dreams and how to get what you mean from it. I think that's something people talk a lot about.”

Despite changes in priorities, Tan said designers still want to spread non-human heroes into the game. He didn't offer any timeline, and he didn't offer any other timelines other than making fun of “exciting things.”

Although Wuyang didn’t officially debut until August 26 when Overwatch Season 2, Season 18 begins, players can currently play their new role as part of the Hero Trial, from now on.