Overwatch 2 Season 9 Update Ushers in Sweeping Changes Focused on Hero Independence
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Overwatch 2 season 9 patch brings major changes like health increases and new passives for all heroes, shifting the game to value independence over teamwork.
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Pharah can no longer fly indefinitely, must land to refuel; makes it harder for Mercy to pocket her in the air.
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New skill tier called Champion above Grandmaster for the top elite players. More competitive rewards like points and weapon variants.
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Multiple hero reworks and tweaks, including increased health, projectile sizes, damage, and more independence-focused abilities.
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Map updates to Junkertown and bug fixes, including lighting, textures, abilities not working properly, and more.