Overwatch 2 Unleashes Mauga Madness: 'Catch Up with Mauga' Event and Hero Adjustments Await in Season 8 Debut!

Ahead of the much-anticipated Season 8 debut of Overwatch 2 on December 5, players are in for an exciting event centered around the game's latest hero, Mauga. Revealed at Blizzcon 2023, Mauga is poised to become a permanent addition to the roster, and the "Catch Up with Mauga" event has been introduced to celebrate this significant moment, offering enticing rewards and generating enthusiasm within the community as Overwatch 2 continues to evolve.

Mauga, Overwatch 2's newest Tank hero hailing from Samoa, embodies the essence of "mountains" in his name, reflecting his cultural background. Armed with dual chainguns for incendiary and precision damage, Mauga brings versatility to the battlefield. His Ultimate, "Cage Fight," creates a close-quarters advantage, while the Berserker passive provides temporary health for critical hits. The Overrun ability charges him forward for a ground slam, damaging nearby enemies. Mauga's Cardiac Overdrive promotes teamwork, allowing him and his teammates to heal by dealing damage amid the chaos of battle.

As Mauga's release in Overwatch 2 draws near, the developers have launched the "Catch Up with Mauga" event, running from November 21 to November 28. During this event, Overwatch 2 players can engage in various challenges to earn rewards by playing the game, with the opportunity to accumulate up to 37,500 Battle Pass XP.

Overwatch 2 "Catch Up With Mauga" Event Details

• November 21 - 28, 2023
• Earn up to 37,500 Battle Pass XP

Overwatch 2 "Catch Up With Mauga" Challenges

Like Old Times

Complete 8 games. Wins grant double progress.

Rewards 7500 Battle Pass XP

A Happy Reunion

Complete 16 games. Wins grant double progress.

Rewards 7500 Battle Pass XP

Making Plans

Complete 24 games. Wins grant double progress.

Rewards 7500 Battle Pass XP

Old Buddies

Complete 32 games. Wins grant double progress.

Rewards 15,000 Battle Pass XP and Old Buddies Spray

These challenges include "Like Old Times", where completing eight games with wins granting double progress earns 7,500 Battle Pass XP, and "A Happy Reunion", involving the completion of 16 games with double progress on wins for another 7,500 Battle Pass XP. "Making Plans" challenges players to complete 24 games with double progress on wins and offers 7,500 Battle Pass XP. Finally, "Old Buddies" requires the completion of 32 games with wins granting double progress, resulting in a substantial reward of 15,000 Battle Pass XP and the exclusive "Old Buddies Spray."

It's important to note that Mauga won't be available for gameplay during this event but is set to be introduced in the upcoming Season 8 update. Additionally, Blizzard has recently confirmed a survivability buff for Mauga, addressing concerns raised during his trial period.

In response to these adjustments, a recent report has revealed some significant changes to Overwatch 2's Mauga. Developers are considering replacing 150 of Mauga's health with armor and reducing the size of his headshot hitbox. Furthermore, Mauga's Overrun ability may potentially provide a 50% damage reduction while charging, and it will no longer be susceptible to cancellation by Sombra's Hack. These modifications aim to enhance Mauga's gameplay dynamics and ensure a more balanced and enjoyable experience for Overwatch 2 players.