Overwatch on mobile has long been considered a distant possibility, especially following Jason Schreier's revelations about Blizzard's shelved mobile project. However, a recent deal between Korean developer Nexon and Blizzard could reignite hopes for fans.
The primary focus of this agreement is the publishing and development rights for a new entry in the iconic StarCraft real-time strategy (RTS) franchise. Competition was intense, with other companies like Krafton and Netmarble showing interest. If confirmed, Nexon will lead the development of future StarCraft titles.
What's truly exciting, though, are the reports that the deal also includes publishing rights for an Overwatch mobile game. This suggests that the mobile version is far from dead and could potentially be an official sequel, possibly in the form of a Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA).
Nerf thisThis isn't the first time Overwatch has ventured into the MOBA genre; fans might recall Blizzard's push with Heroes of the Storm. It's conceivable that Heroes of the Storm could make its way to mobile, and this might be what the rumored Overwatch MOBA is all about.
Alternatively, a spin-off release is also a strong possibility. However, the notion of this being an 'Overwatch 3' can be safely dismissed, as it would represent a significant shift for a franchise traditionally focused on console and PC platforms.
Embracing its MOBA roots could be a strategic move for Overwatch, especially with new competitors like Marvel Rivals emerging. This could be the perfect opportunity for Blizzard and their publishing partners to take bold steps to revitalize this once-thriving franchise.
