Image Credit: Bethesda
Forgot password
Enter the email address you used when you joined and we'll send you instructions to reset your password.
If you used Apple or Google to create your account, this process will create a password for your existing account.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Reset password instructions sent. If you have an account with us, you will receive an email within a few minutes.
Something went wrong. Try again or contact support if the problem persists.
Image via Activision Blizzard
Category:
Overwatch
Guides
Tier 1

When do Overwatch 1 servers shut down?

A day of transition is coming to Blizzard.
Image of Bethany Barber
Bethany Barber
|

Published: Sep 27, 2022 08:08 am

In a move that has surprised some fans of the Overwatch franchise, Blizzard announced that they will cease support for the Overwatch 1 servers ahead of the release of Overwatch 2. Here's a breakdown on when and why these servers are being shut down.

Recommended Videos

When will Blizzard shut down Overwatch 1 servers?

Overwatch 2 is set to release on October 4, 2022. Blizzard has confirmed that 27 hours before the release of the new title, on October 2, 2022, Overwatch 1 servers will be shut down. Depending on where you are located in the world, the end of service date may actually be the earlier hours of October 3, 2022. Blizzard will be taking a little over a day to suspend all services related to Overwatch as they prepare for the release of the sequel.

Related: 5 Biggest Differences Between Overwatch 1 and 2

Why are Overwatch 1 servers being shut down?

Some video game creators will continue to support servers for previous games even after the launch of newer ones. The Call of Duty franchise is a classic example of this. Players that were hoping this was the case for Overwatch 1 will be disappointed. Blizzard will discontinue support for the servers of Overwatch 1 to fully dedicate servers and continued support for Overwatch 2.

Want to read more about the transition to Overwatch 2? If so, check out Overwatch 2 – All new classic hero skins compared to the originals on Pro Game Guides.

Pro Game Guides is supported by our audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small affiliate commission. Learn more about our Affiliate Policy
We have upgraded our commenting platform! Existing comments will be imported over the next few weeks.
related content
Author
Image of Bethany Barber
Bethany Barber
Bethany has been a writer at Pro Game Guides for over two years, but she has been into both gaming and writing for countless years. When not writing helpful guides for fellow gamers, she can be found playing on her PC or Switch, writing short stories, and watching horror movies.
twitter