Overwatch 2’s new magical girl skins have players convinced they’ll go “bankrupt”

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The upcoming Spotlight event for Overwatch 2, hinting at magical girl character skins for a future season, has sparked excitement among players who believe they’ll be eager to spend their funds on these new additions.

The upcoming Overwatch 2 now seems even more captivating following the unveiling of all the fresh features and modifications during the Spotlight event.

Apart from unveiling a fresh system for both minor and significant character advantages, we were treated to a glimpse of the extraordinary Galactic weapon version, as well as two brand-new characters, the Stadium gameplay mode, and several other exciting features.

At this gathering, attendees had the opportunity to catch a sneak peek at upcoming costumes planned for the game, featuring a vibrant collection of magical girl outfits as well.

Overwatch 2 fans are already in love with new DokiWatch skins

These accessories, known as DokiWatch, boast a predominantly vibrant color scheme and adorable themes, along with weapon designs that seem to have originated from a Mahou Shoujo anime series. Fans who spent their childhood years engrossed in shows like Sailor Moon or Cardcaptor Sakura will find an immediate sense of familiarity when viewing these.

We can’t wait for the DokiWatch Skins in #Overwatch2 💫

— Overwatch Cavalry (@OWCavalry) February 12, 2025

In the latest update, it has been disclosed that several characters will be acquiring unique DokiWatch skins, including Freja, Kiriko, Widowmaker, Brigitte, Juno, and D.Va. Additionally, legendary weapon skins have been announced for Mercy and Reaper.

Although the in-game appearance of these DokiWatch skins hasn’t been revealed yet, there’s a lot of excitement brewing among players in a Reddit discussion forum, with many expressing their admiration for the design concepts.

Overwatch 2 Seasons 15, 16, and 17: Introduction to the Mythic Weapon Collection ✨

🕷️ Season 15 Widowmaker’s Mythic Weapon
💖 Season 16 Mercy’s (Magical Girl) Mythic Weapon
💀 Season 17 Reaper’s Mythic Weapon for Overwatch 2

— Naeri X 나에리 (@OverwatchNaeri) February 12, 2025

Uh-oh, it’s my funds,” noted one individual. “Typically, I don’t splurge on items beyond the battle pass, but this season seems risky for me. I’m quite fond of feminine items.

Another user suggested, “I should begin saving up for it as I anticipate that S16 will leave my wallet quite empty.

1 User stated, “I don’t use any characters with the ‘doki doki’ skins, but I’m purchasing every last one of them,” followed by another humorously adding, “I’m prepared to sell a kidney.

🌟 In the upcoming Season 16 of Overwatch 2, we’ll see the arrival of enchanting Magical Girl skins for heroes like Juno, Kiriko, Widowmaker, and Brigitte! 💫✨

Moreover, the stunning Mythic skin will be exclusively available for Juno in Season 16! 🎁✨

— Naeri X 나에리 (@OverwatchNaeri) February 12, 2025

I’m really excited about this upcoming season, and I can already tell I’ll love it just from the concept art!” said someone enthusiastically.

Many gamers anticipated that they might spend a substantial amount of money, possibly exhausting their funds, solely on acquiring the skins. Regardless, the anticipation among fans is high as they are aware that a Magical Girl-themed season will follow Season 15.

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2025-02-14 05:18