Overwatch 2 x Street Fighter 6 Crossover Announced at EVO Japan: New Skins and Moves Arriving May 2025

Overwatch 2 and Street Fighter 6 Announce Official Crossover Event at EVO Japan, Featuring Exclusive Skins and Moves In a highly anticipated announcement during EVO Japan, Blizzard Entertainment and Capcom revealed a landmark collaboration between two of their blockbuster franchises: Overwatch 2 and Street Fighter 6.

Fans attending and streaming the prestigious fighting game tournament were treated to an animated teaser showcasing iconic characters from Street Fighter 6 set to join the Overwatch 2 universe as exclusive character skins, complete with classic fighting moves reimagined for Blizzard’s hit team shooter. Blizzard made the official announcement live on stage during the opening day of EVO Japan, underscoring the growing trend of crossover events in the gaming world.

This Overwatch 2 x Street Fighter 6 event is scheduled to launch on May 20, 2025.

Players can look forward to a roster of beloved Overwatch heroes donning the personas of their Street Fighter 6 counterparts, each receiving cosmetic skins and signature moves inspired by the legendary fighting series. The confirmed crossovers include: - Hanzo as Ryu - Juno as Chun-Li - Kiriko as Juri - Widowmaker as Cammy - Zenyatta as Dhalsim - Soldier: 76 as Guile - Winston as Blanka - Sigma as M.

Bison Representatives from Blizzard stated during the event that this collaboration aims to blend the distinct worlds of Overwatch 2 and Street Fighter 6, offering fans fresh ways to engage with their favorite characters across genres.

"Players can expect authentic visuals and meticulously crafted animations that pay homage to both Overwatch and Street Fighter's rich legacies," a Blizzard spokesperson emphasized on stage. The event will be available in Overwatch 2, which continues to see significant engagement as a free-to-play title on the Nintendo Switch, as well as other major platforms.

Meanwhile, Street Fighter 6 is set for its highly anticipated launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5, 2025, following Capcom’s tradition of supporting Nintendo hardware with flagship fighting titles. Both Blizzard and Capcom have a history of industry-leading collaborations and innovative event rollouts.

This crossover is positioned to capture the attention of competitive players and fans of action games alike.

Gamers interested in catching the EVO Japan coverage can watch the event live on both Twitch and YouTube throughout the weekend. For more updates regarding Overwatch 2, Street Fighter 6, and upcoming Nintendo Switch releases, stay tuned to our latest reports and official channels.

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