Overwatch Will Be Launching On Nintendo Switch On October 15, Pre-Order Now To Get A Free Skin
Lately, rumors have been flying around of Blizzard Entertainment’s plans to port Overwatch to Nintendo Switch. The time for speculation has come to an end as Blizzard officially confirms the rumors to be true in a recent press release. Unfortunately, cross-play doesn’t seem to be part of the package if the wording of the press release is any indication.
“Overwatch Legendary Edition puts the definitive version of Blizzard Entertainment’s acclaimed team shooter in Nintendo Switch owners’ hands, complete with the latest content and gameplay updates. Players will select from a roster of 31 vibrant heroes as they face off in a variety of casual and competitive multiplayer modes and battle over map objectives in 28 different locations around the earth (and on the moon).
In addition, Nintendo Switch gamers have the option to take control of their heroes in a whole-new way using the console’s built-in gyroscopic motion controls, which let players tilt their console to line up the perfect shot as McCree, pilot D.Va through the air, or quickly turn to deflect incoming projectiles as Genji.”
“Overwatch brings players together to cooperate and compete in a bright and optimistic vision of the future, and we’re looking forward to welcoming Nintendo Switch gamers into the fun,” says Blizzard Entertainment President J. Allen Brack. “The Legendary Edition includes more than three years’ worth of content updates and gameplay enhancements, and we’re excited to team up with Nintendo to provide players with new ways to enjoy the full Overwatch experience—including on the go.”
The game is priced at $39.99 and will be available in digital and boxed versions, both of which will include 15 bonus skins, and a three-month Nintendo Switch Online subscription. Players who pre-order the game before it launches on October 15th will also get a free Noire Widowmaker skin. A bonus Golden Loot Box containing at least one Legendary Item will also be given away to Switch players who log in to the game by December 31st.
Watch the official announcement trailer after the jump. You can also make your way over to the Overwatch Nintendo Switch site for more info.
