AP Overwatch 2 Season 6 Introduces Flashpoint Game Mode as Replacement for 2CP

In the lead-up to Season 6 of Overwatch 2, players have been inundated with a plethora of news. One notable announcement is the introduction of a new major game mode. This game mode, called Flashpoint, appears to be the official replacement for the 2CP game mode, which was previously removed from the game.

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Blizzard, in a post about Season 6, revealed that Flashpoint will be a new “core game mode” available in both Quick Play and Competitive queues. Here’s everything you need to know about Flashpoint in Overwatch 2.

Release Date: Overwatch 2 Flashpoint

According to the announcement post, Flashpoint will be launched simultaneously with the release of Overwatch 2: Invasion. This means it will be available when Season 6 begins on August 10.

Gameplay Details: Overwatch 2 Flashpoint

While no official gameplay footage has been released by the developers, the announcement post provided a brief explanation of what players can expect from Flashpoint. It seems that Flashpoint will serve as an official replacement for the Assault game mode, commonly known as Two Control Point (2CP).

The post describes the gameplay as follows: “Teams will fight for control of key positions across the map called ‘flashpoints,’ aiming to capture three of them before their opponents do.”

Based on this explanation, it appears that the game mode will be similar to Team Fortress 2’s Control Point game mode, where opposing teams battle for control points and progress deeper into the map as they capture each point. However, more information about the gameplay mechanics will be provided by Blizzard at a later date.

New Maps: Overwatch 2 Flashpoint

In conjunction with the new game mode, two new maps specifically designed for Flashpoint will be introduced. Since Flashpoint significantly differs from 2CP, the developers have created fresh layouts tailored to this mode. The announcement post included a teaser image of one of the new maps, offering a glimpse of what players can expect.

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Unfortunately, no further teasers for the upcoming maps have been released at this time. Rest assured that we will provide updates as soon as more information becomes available.

Stay tuned for further updates on Flashpoint as we delve deeper into Season 5 and approach the release of Season 6. We will keep you informed of any additional details regarding this exciting new game mode.