Overwatch 2 is gearing up for an exciting week packed with lore and action, all centered around its newest hero, Freja, the bounty hunter. Blizzard has lined up a series of reveals that will introduce us to her backstory, abilities, and gameplay.
Dates to Mark on Your Calendar:
- March 19: Hero Trailer – Get your first official look at Freja’s origins and what makes her stand out among the Overwatch heroes.
- March 20: Motion Comic – Dive deeper into her lore with a motion comic that expands on her story.
- March 21: Gameplay Trailer – Witness Freja in action as Blizzard showcases her abilities and playstyle.
And the best part? You will not have to wait long to try her out! Freja will be available for a limited-time playtest from March 21 to March 24, giving you a chance to experience the new bounty hunter firsthand.
Who is Freja?
Freja comes from Denmark and was once Overwatch’s most renowned search-and-rescue operative, dedicated to saving lives. However, following the disbandment of Overwatch, she transitioned into a bounty hunter role.
Abilities Overview
Freja is designed as a high-skill, precision-based Damage hero, offering a unique playstyle that rewards accuracy and strategic positioning. Her abilities include:
- Revdraw Crossbow: Her primary weapon fires rapid, automatic crossbow bolts, allowing for sustained ranged pressure.
- Take Aim: This secondary fire ability slows her movement briefly to line up a high-speed explosive bolt, dealing significant damage upon impact.
- Quick Dash: A versatile movement ability that lets Freja dash quickly in any direction, automatically reloading her explosive bolt and enabling swift repositioning.
- Updraft: Freja launches herself into the air using a wind, allowing her to reach elevated positions or evade threats.
- Explosive Bola (Ultimate): Her ultimate ability fires an explosive bola that traps an enemy. It is also pulling in nearby foes before detonating for area-of-effect damage.
Development Insights
Freja’s design draws inspiration from a famous piece of concept art that came before the original Overwatch game. Her development goal was to explore the narrative of former Overwatch agents adapting to new roles in a changed world.
Looking Ahead
Following Freja’s introduction, Blizzard has teased another upcoming hero code-named “Aqua.” A Chinese water wielder with a unique skill set, who should join the roster in Season 18.
As always, keep your eyes open for more news to come!
