What happens to my Overwatch skins?

What is this? If you played the original Overwatch on PC, your Skins and other cosmetics should transfer over to Overwatch 2 automatically, as long as you're using the same Battle.net ID account. However, if you're a console player, the transfer process is a bit trickier.

Why did my Overwatch skins disappear?

If you appear to be missing your Overwatch cosmetics, ensure that you are logging into the correct Battle.net account. If you're unable to log into your Battle.net account, try updating your account details.

Does my Overwatch skins carry over?

While Overwatch 2 is a sequel to the original game, players' hard-earned cosmetics carry over. But you'll need to ensure your accounts are merged if you want to transfer your Overwatch skins to Overwatch 2, so here's how to merge your accounts.

Are old Overwatch skins going away?

In addition to the classic team skins, which use the original Overwatch 1 models for all of the characters, the legendary skins inspired by the 2021 Overwatch League tournaments will also be going away too.

Will I lose my skins if I merge Overwatch accounts?

All currently owned skins from the original Overwatch should transfer across using the merging method listed above, meaning that regardless of which platform you purchased a particular skin on, should you link that platform account to Battle.net for Overwatch 2, those cosmetics will be available once the merger is ...

WHAT YOUR OVERWATCH 2 MAIN SAYS ABOUT YOU! (All Heroes)

Are my Overwatch 1 skins gone?

You may be wondering: “are all my Overwatch skins gone?” Thankfully, Blizzard says the answer to that is a resounding “no.” (Winston players could be forgiven for saying “all my ape skins gone.” Just this one time.)

How do I get my Overwatch skin back?

To transfer your old skins to Overwatch 2 you will need to merge your console account with your Battle.net account. While it's not the easiest prospect, it will enable you to get your skins back.

Can you still buy Overwatch 1 skins in Overwatch 2?

On a related note, all of the Epic and Legendary skins from Overwatch 1 will be available to unlock at all times through the Hero Gallery, including the seasonal event skins. You won't have to wait for the skins that you want to rotate back into the Shop before you can buy them with Credits or Coins.

Why did my Overwatch skins not transfer to Overwatch 2?

The main reason might be that all your Overwatch 2 paying platforms are not connected to your battle.net account. So, if you have purchased any skins or other in-game items on PC through the Blizzard website, PlayStation Store, or Xbox Live, then those items will not appear in your collection in Overwatch 2.

Why did McCree become Cassidy?

Blizzard changed McCree's name as part of a broader plan to remove references to real-life developers and former employees of the studio in the wake of a lawsuit.

Will Overwatch 2 be free?

Overwatch 2 is a free-to-play, always-on, and ever-evolving live game. Team up with friends regardless of platform and jump into the reimagined PvP experience.

What do Overwatch 1 owners get in Overwatch 2?

More details here. Overwatch 1 players will have access to all the skins, voice lines and other cosmetics they unlocked in the original game. They will also get access to new Support hero Kiriko immediately. New players who buy the premium Season 1 Battle Pass will get immediate access to Kiriko too.

Will my skins transfer to Overwatch 2?

The latest Overwatch 2 features Cross Progression that allows players to transfer their skins, settings, ranks, and all heroes from the original game to the new Overwatch 2.

Do golden guns transfer to Overwatch 2?

One golden gun costs 3,000 Competitive Points, which requires a lot of time playing the mode. (Note that if you had Competitive Points remaining in the first Overwatch, they transferred over to Overwatch 2 when the latter went live, so you still have access to all your saved points.)

Will Overwatch bring back old League skins?

Just as the Battle of Olympus game mode came out, the Overwatch 2 team re-released the former Overwatch League All-Star skins in the store. These skins, originally only available for a short time, are back in the store. This includes the skins from 2018, 2019 and 2020.

Why are skins locked in Overwatch?

It's just a temporary bug. I was able to get in and found all of my stuff, coins, emotes, even the pink Mercy skin and played a few matches with it. Lots of players are reporting locked/missing stuff so just open a ticket and hang out… a week! What are you talking about?

How do I transfer Overwatch skins?

Why are my legendary edition skins not showing up in Overwatch?

Missing Skins or Goodies

If you are missing skins or the goodies for other games, ensure your Console and PC accounts are properly linked. If you have not done so yet, claim the code for the additional goodies on your Battle.net account.

What is the rarest Overwatch skin?

Why is all my stuff gone in Overwatch 2?

Common Problems

If you appear to be missing all your Overwatch 2 skins, make sure that you are logging into the correct Battle.net account and that you have merged any console accounts with Overwatch progress to your Battle.net account.

How to merge Overwatch 1 to Overwatch 2?

Click on your name in the top right corner and select Account Settings from the drop-down list. Select Connections from the list on the left. This is where you can connect and merge your console accounts. Choose the platform you want to connect to your Battle.net account and select +Connect.

How to buy old Overwatch skins?

Many existing cosmetics, including skins, can be bought with legacy currency, which is equivalent to however much currency you had in the first Overwatch when the servers shut down. What is this? Other skins from the hero gallery are only purchasable with Overwatch coins, the game's premium currency.

Will Overwatch 1 skins return to Overwatch 2?

Overwatch 2 adds skins from the original game

A Tweet from the official Overwatch account has announced fans will be able to unlock skins from the first Overwatch game in the Hero Gallery.

Why didn t my Overwatch account merge?

Many players are not able to merge their Overwatch 1 and 2 accounts. The issue is caused by database overloads and a UI bug. Players can try restarting the game or logging in and out of their accounts. Linking the console to your account may also solve the problem.

Is Overwatch 2 free if you owned Overwatch 1?

The Watchpoint Pack is the new, paid battle pass and a bunch of cosmetics. Overwatch 2's multiplayer, on its own, is free. No, not free if you owned Overwatch 1.