Blizzard finds itself embroiled in yet another controversy surrounding Overwatch 2. The latest issue revolves around the Cyber DJ skin for Lucio, which was initially sold in the game's store for $19.99. However, just a day later, Blizzard announced that this same skin would be available for free to viewers who watched a special Overwatch 2 event on Twitch for an hour on February 12.
This sudden change left many players who had already purchased the Cyber DJ skin feeling cheated and sparked significant backlash. The situation has reignited discussions about fairness in game monetization, with affected players demanding refunds. Although the Cyber DJ skin has since been removed from the store, Blizzard has yet to address the refund requests publicly.
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This isn't the first time Blizzard has faced criticism for selling cosmetic items only to later offer them for free through promotions. The recurring issue has led to growing frustration among the Overwatch 2 community.
Amidst these challenges, Blizzard is also facing stiff competition from Marvel Rivals, which is reportedly outperforming Overwatch 2 in various aspects. In response, Blizzard has announced a special Overwatch 2 Spotlight event set for February 12. During this broadcast, the company plans to unveil revolutionary gameplay changes, including new maps, heroes, and other content. To generate excitement and provide a sneak peek at upcoming updates, Blizzard will also host well-known streamers at their headquarters.
