Hanzo Storm Arrows Changes

Overwatch 2 is set to experience significant changes with a focus on improving the character Hanzo. Lead gameplay designer Alec Dawson hinted at upcoming modifications during a recent Twitch livestream, highlighting adjustments to Hanzo's Storm Arrows ability.

These changes aim to tweak Hanzo's potential for one-shot kills, a feature that has drawn considerable attention from the community. As developers continue to refine the game, players can expect these revisions to enhance Hanzo's effectiveness and restore some of his previous capabilities.

Overwatch 2 Hanzo gets Storm Arrows updates

In Overwatch 2, Hanzo has experienced significant changes to his abilities to address his loss of identity within the hero roster. Initially, Hanzo had the Scatter Arrow as his [E] ability, allowing arrows to bounce off surfaces and hit multiple targets. This ability was later swapped out for Storm Arrows, which altered his playstyle considerably.

Recently, the developers have acknowledged the need to revisit Hanzo's kit. The focus is primarily on Storm Arrows, with discussions about potentially reintroducing some elements of the one-shot capacity that Scatter Arrow provided. These updates are aimed at restoring some of Hanzo's unique characteristics and balancing his role in the game.

Overwatch 2 teases health total changes

Possible changes to hero health totals are being considered, which may have significant implications for the game's balance. Adjusting some heroes‘ health to 225 HP could make characters like Hanzo more viable in the current meta. During a livestream on June 26, insights were provided about ongoing tests to modify health values for certain heroes.

These adjustments aim to make Hanzo more effective against certain „squirrelly“ characters. By tweaking health totals, the developers hope to ensure a more competitive and balanced gameplay experience. This update is intended to enhance Hanzo's effectiveness, potentially making him a stronger pick.