Blizzard finds itself at the heart of another Overwatch 2 controversy. A newly released Lucio skin, the Cyber DJ, initially priced at $19.99, was unexpectedly offered for free a day later.
The Cyber DJ skin, initially available for purchase, became free to Twitch viewers who watched a one-hour stream on February 12th, announcing future Overwatch 2 updates.
This pricing discrepancy angered players who had already purchased the skin, leading to widespread calls for refunds. While the Cyber DJ skin has been removed from the store, Blizzard has yet to address refund requests.
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This isn't the first instance of Blizzard selling cosmetic items only to later offer them for free. The recurring pattern has fueled player frustration and demands for fairer practices.
Facing stiff competition, particularly from the successful Marvel Rivals, Blizzard announced a special Overwatch 2 Spotlight event on February 12th to showcase significant gameplay updates. The event promises reveals of new maps, heroes, and other content, with prominent streamers invited to Blizzard headquarters for an exclusive preview.
