Patch Notes
Overwatch 2 Retail Patch Notes - August 7, 2025
Hotfix Balance Update
This is a stadium balance hotfix. Replay codes from the August 5, 2025 patch are still available.
Stadium Updates
Tank
Sigma
Developer Comment: Sigma’s barrier wasn’t scaling well into the late game, often feeling too fragile compared to the pressure he’s expected to absorb. We’ve increased its health to give it more staying power as fights become more intense. Additionally, Accretion focused builds have been underperforming, largely due to the ability’s slower cadence in fast paced brawls. With a cooldown buff, Accretion should now be more responsive and impactful! Especially in late game teamfights where frequent crowd control can shift momentum.
- Increased Barrier Health Scalar to 150% (Up from 100%). Barriers now get a bigger health boost from the money you earn.
Hyperloop - Power
- Increased Cooldown Reduction to 0.8s (Up from 0.5s).
Singularity - Power
- Increased Splash Damage to 75% (Up from 25%).
Overwatch 2 Retail Patch Notes - August 5, 2025
Bug Fix Patch
This is a bug fix patch and contains no hero updates. In-Game Replay Codes and Highlights from the previous patch are removed.
Bug Fixes
- Fixed an issue where text chat was displaying unintended colors.
Orisa
- Fixed an issue where Orisa's Energy Javelin cooldown was not properly reduced when using cooldown-related mods.
Kiriko
- Fixed an issue where Kiriko's "Clone Conjuration" power failed to grant her clone increased health based on ability powers.
Live Patch Notes
These patch notes represent general changes made to the Live version of Overwatch and the balance changes listed affect Quick Play, Competitive Play, Arcade, and Custom Games.