As part of its mid-Season 14 update, Overwatch 2 is offering players the chance to earn free cosmetics through Twitch Drops by watching their favorite streamers. The highlights of this patch include the Synthwave Lifeweaver Epic Skin and the Synth Lotus Spray, available to unlock by simply tuning in to Overwatch 2 streams.
What are the Twitch Drop Rewards?
From now until January 31, players can earn exclusive cosmetics by watching Overwatch 2 streams on Twitch. The rewards include:
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2 hours watched: Synthwave Lifeweaver Epic Skin
4 hours watched: Synth Lotus Lifeweaver Spray
To receive these rewards, players must link their Battle.netand Twitch accounts. Once claimed, the items will automatically appear in their in-game collection.
Introducing the Synthwave Lifeweaver Skin
Originally released in August 2023 for 1200 Overwatch Coins as part of a bundle, the Synthwave Lifeweaver Epic Skin features a vibrant neon aesthetic with retro-futuristic designs. This is the first time this skin is available for free through Twitch Drops, though it excludes the Sigh... voice line from the original bundle. Players who previously purchased the skin will not receive a refund.
How to Claim Twitch Drops
To unlock these rewards, players should:
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Connect Battle.net and Twitch accounts by linking them through Battle.net settings.
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Watch Overwatch 2 streamers on Twitch.
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Claim the rewards in the Twitch Drops inventory, which will then appear in the Overwatch 2 collection.
Mid-Season 14 Patch Highlights
The mid-Season 14 patch includes several exciting updates:
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Hero buffs and nerfs: Adjustments to key characters for balance.
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New events: The introduction of the Min 1, Max 3 6v6 experiment and the Year of the Snake in-game event.
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Upcoming modes: The forthcoming Overwatch: Classic and a Valentine's Day-themed event.
Additional Free Cosmetics During Year of the Snake
Running until February 3, the Year of the Snake event offers more free items, including:
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A Year of the Snake-themed player icon
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A name card
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A spray
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The Juno voice line
Following this event, the Valentine's Day event begins on February 4, likely featuring additional challenges and rewards.
Looking Ahead: Overwatch 2 Season 15
Season 15 kicks off on February 18, just after the Valentine's Day event concludes. Blizzard plans to release another set of Twitch Drops alongside the major update, providing even more incentives for players to tune in.
With free cosmetics and exciting events lined up, mid-Season 14 is set to be an engaging period for Overwatch 2 players. Don't miss out on these rewards—start watching those Twitch streams today!