Overwatch 2 introduces a China-specific dating simulation event that leaves global players feeling unfairly deprived of the experience
Overwatch 2's Loverwatch Event Remains Exclusive to China
In a surprising turn of events, the latest Overwatch 2 Loverwatch event, released in 2025, is currently exclusive to Chinese servers. Despite the excitement surrounding this update, which includes new characters like Genji, D.Va, Lifeweaver, Junker Queen, and Cassidy, there's no official announcement about a global release.
To access the event, players outside China need to register on the Chinese server, a process that requires national ID and phone verification. Progress made on the Chinese server does not transfer to international accounts [1][3].
The new Loverwatch event features themed artwork and outfits, garnering positive attention, but its regional limitations are tied to Blizzard's licensing and regulatory situation in China [1][2][3]. As of now, Blizzard has not confirmed any plans to bring this expanded Loverwatch event to global servers, although international players remain hopeful for a future release, possibly aligned with major seasonal events like Valentine’s Day in the future [1][3].
In the original Overwatch Loverwatch event, players could only romance Genji or Mercy, with a secret ending involving Hanzo. The current event expands the romance options, with characters like Junker Queen joining the fray. However, there's a sentiment among players that they have been blocked from trying to romance Junker Queen [2].
When it comes to hero skins, maintaining gameplay clarity is crucial. Retaining the same silhouette across different skins is essential to ensure that characters remain recognisable on the battlefield. Some skins, like Genji's kimono in the Loverwatch promo, are not close enough to his in-game silhouette for them to be made into skins without alterations. On the other hand, Genji's suit, due to its skin-tight nature, could potentially be made into a skin [2].
Blizzard has a history of turning ideas from Loverwatch into actual skins for players. There's a possibility that another Loverwatch event alongside new skins may be released for Valentine's Day [2]. However, the uncertainty surrounding the event's global release and the potential exclusivity of new skins has led to concerns among players [2].
Elie Gould, a news writer with a passion for horror games and metroidvanias, is closely following the developments surrounding Overwatch 2's Loverwatch event. As we wait for more information, players worldwide continue to express their hope for a global release of this exciting update.
References
[1] Overwatch 2 Loverwatch event remains exclusive to China, with no official global release announced. (2025). [link]
[2] Overwatch 2 Loverwatch event: what we know so far. (2025). [link]
[3] Overwatch 2 Loverwatch event: hopes for a global release. (2025). [link]
- International players are hopeful for a future global release of Overwatch 2's Loverwatch event, potentially timed with major seasonal events like Valentine’s Day.
- The sentiment among Overwatch 2 players is that they have been blocked from attempting to romance Junker Queen in the Loverwatch event.
- Blizzard has a history of turning ideas from Loverwatch events into actual player skins, leading to speculation about another Loverwatch event releasing skins for Valentine's Day.
- The uncertainty surrounding the global release of Overwatch 2's Loverwatch event and the potential exclusivity of new skins has become a concern for players worldwide.
