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Why can't I buy Overwatch on Xbox?

Overwatch is no longer on sale as of June 16, 2022, nor available for play as of October 4, 2022, when Overwatch 2 was released. Overwatch 2 is free-to-play, though, we do offer the option to purchase the Overwatch 2: Watchpoint Pack.
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Can you buy Overwatch on Xbox One?

Overwatch Origins Edition - Xbox One | Xbox One | GameStop.
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What happened to Overwatch on Xbox?

Overwatch series

Blizzard shut down servers for the game on October 3, 2022. Blizzard released Overwatch 2 via early access on October 4, 2022. The game was made free-to-play on PC and for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S/X platforms, and employed full cross-platform play.
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Why can't i download Overwatch on my Xbox Series S?

I am an Independent advisor and I am here to help you in regards to your concern. I apologize but on Xbox Series S we can only install the games that we own digitally, in your case that will not be possible since you have the disc version. You will be needing to purchase the digital version of the game.
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Why won't my Xbox Series S let me buy games?

“Your account is blocked from buying in Microsoft stores”

A privacy and online safety setting for your Microsoft account may be preventing you from making purchases. Sign in to the Privacy section of your Microsoft account and review your settings.
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Overwatch 2 - Before You Buy

Can you buy Overwatch on Xbox Series S?

Download 'Overwatch 2' On Xbox

Search for Overwatch 2 on your Xbox One, Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S. You can also start downloading it to your console via the Microsoft Store or the Xbox app.
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Why can't i play Overwatch 1 anymore?

Unfortunately, it's out with the old and in with the new. Prior to the release of the sequel, Blizzard Entertainment shut down all Overwatch 1 servers. You can no longer log into the first game to play it.
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Is Overwatch 1 gone forever?

After October 2, Overwatch 1 will be permanently replaced by its free-to-play sequel.
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Why is Overwatch 1 gone?

The original Overwatch game launched in 2016, but it is being completely replaced by its sequel, the upcoming Overwatch 2. In preparation for the sequel's launch, Blizzard has shut down the Overwatch 1 servers. When the servers come back online, Overwatch 1 will cease to exist and Overwatch 2 will be in its place.
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Why wont it let me buy Overwatch?

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Why can't I download Overwatch?

This sounds like a permissions issue happening within Windows which is blocking the install. I'd recommend to try a clean reinstall of the Battle.net app, and install it to the C: drive if you had previously installed it somewhere else. Delete the Battle.net and Blizzard folders inside the appdata folder if they exist.
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How to buy just Overwatch 1?

You can no longer purchase Overwatch 1 on its own either—Overwatch 2's "Watchpoint Pack (opens in new tab)" with premium skins and in-game currency is now the only way to acquire the original game if you haven't already.
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What if I bought Overwatch 1?

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.
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How long until Overwatch 1 shuts down?

If you want to get your last few battles in Overwatch 1 out, you're going to want to hurry. The original Overwatch servers are scheduled to go offline on October 3, 2022.
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Did OW1 get deleted?

They dont support Destiny 1 anymore but people can still play it. There are other games like COD and Halo etc that have sequel and people can still play their old games. Now with OW1 it's being deleted and replaced with OW2.
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Can you still download Overwatch 1?

Overwatch is no longer on sale as of June 16, 2022, nor available for play as of October 4, 2022, when Overwatch 2 was released.
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How long will Overwatch 1 be playable?

Fans of the original Overwatch will want to know the last day that they can play the game, and now they know. In a statement to Eurogamer, Blizzard has confirmed that the last day to really play Overwatch 1 with no interruptions would be Sunday, October 2.
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Is Overwatch now free?

The biggest change is economic: Overwatch has now gone free-to-play, meaning you can download it on to your PC or console and start blasting without paying a penny.
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How much is Overwatch 1?

The lootbox system is terrible and I hate blizzard is targeting people with gambling problems, it's extremely scummy, but it's still a wonderful time even if it leverages the worst sort of microtransactions on top of being a full priced $60 game.
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Why did Blizzard shut down Overwatch?

After months of failed negotiations with publisher NetEase, Blizzard has officially shut down all Overwatch 2 servers in China and players are torn on what the future holds for the region.
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Why is Overwatch $60 on Xbox?

Because XBox takes a big cut. The prices for console games aren't set by the game devs, it's set by the provider, i.e Microsoft or Sony. They also don't regularly do sales, and don't decrease the value of games over time.
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Is Overwatch going to be free on Xbox?

The day has come! Overwatch 2 has just launched as a new , free-to-play experience for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. Whether you're a new or returning player, you can choose from 35 unique heroes and team up in 5v5 battles on 22 beautiful maps across the globe.
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Do Overwatch 1 owners get 2 for free?

It doesn't! 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.
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