All Game Items
All Game Items Guide for Overwatch 2
Overwatch 2 does not feature traditional RPG items like weapons, armor, or consumables. The game is a hero-based shooter where each hero has a fixed kit. All items in Overwatch 2 are cosmetic or currency-based. This guide covers every obtainable item category, how to acquire them, and their practical uses.
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1. Currencies
Currencies are used to purchase cosmetics and unlock Battle Pass tiers. They do not affect gameplay.
Overwatch Coins
- What it does: Premium currency for buying skins, emotes, highlight intros, Battle Pass tiers, and other cosmetic items.
- How to obtain: Real-money purchase via in-game shop (prices vary by region), occasional free drops in the Battle Pass (free track), or from weekly challenges (limited amount).
- When useful: Buying limited-time shop items or skipping Battle Pass grind. Also used to unlock premium Battle Pass.
- What it does: Legacy currency from Overwatch 1 that was converted. Can purchase base cosmetics (non-shop skins) from the Hero Gallery and some seasonal items.
- How to obtain: Converted from OW1 credits; no new ways to earn them in OW2 (except occasional giveaways).
- When useful: Buying classic skins, emotes, or other items that are in the permanent Hero Gallery for a hero you main.
- What it does: Currency earned by playing Competitive mode. Used exclusively to purchase Golden Weapons for heroes.
- How to obtain: Earned per Competitive win (15 CP), per draw (5 CP), and end-of-season rewards based on rank (250–1750 CP).
- When useful: If you care about Golden Weapons (purely cosmetic), you need 3,000 CP per weapon. Best earned by playing Competitive regularly.
- Note: Overwatch 2 does not have a separate Battle Pass token currency; levels are progressed by XP.
- What it does: Changes the appearance of a hero’s model, including clothing/armor, weapons, and sometimes voice lines or effects.
- Types: Common (rare recolor), Rare (new model part), Epic (new model + minor effects), Legendary (full redesign, unique animations, voice lines).
- How to obtain: Purchase with Overwatch Coins or Legacy Credits (if available in base shop), Battle Pass rewards (tier 1 premium or free tier), weekly challenges, limited-time events (Halloween Terror, Summer Games, etc.), or Twitch drops.
- When useful: Personalize your hero, show off dedication or event participation. No gameplay advantage.
- Important notes: Mythic skins (introduced in Season 1) are unlockable through the Premium Battle Pass at tier 80 and can be customized with color/pattern variations.
- What it does: A short, non-interactive animation your hero performs when you press the emote hotkey. Can be used anytime (even while moving in some cases).
- How to obtain: Hero Gallery purchase (Coins or Credits), Battle Pass rewards, event loot boxes (historic) or direct purchase.
- When useful: For fun, BM (bad manners), or to waste time during a spawn run. No gameplay impact.
- What it does: A texture decal you can place on any surface by pressing the spray hotkey. Hundreds of sprays exist, including hero portraits, lore art, and seasonal designs.
- How to obtain: Default unlocked for each hero (basic spray), earned via achievements (like Pixel Sprays for hero-specific accomplishments), Battle Pass, events, or Hero Gallery purchase.
- When useful: Marking spots, trolling, or personal expression. Useful for some achievement challenges.
- What it does: A pre-recorded quip the hero says when you press the voice line hotkey. Each hero has multiple voice lines.
- How to obtain: Hero Gallery purchase (Coins or Credits), Battle Pass, events, or Twitch drops.
- When useful: Communication (e.g., “Group up!”), morale, or humor. Some voice lines have strategic meaning (e.g., “Behind you” as a warning).
- What it does: A pose or animation displayed on the victory screen when your team wins the match. Each hero has multiple options.
- How to obtain: Hero Gallery purchase, Battle Pass, events, or achievement rewards.
- When useful: Personal flair after a win. No practical use.
- What it does: A cinematic intro animation that plays when you get a PotG (Play of the Game) or highlight. Fully cosmetic.
- How to obtain: Hero Gallery purchase (usually Legendary cost), Battle Pass premium track, or event limited-time offers.
- When useful: Make your PotG more visually appealing. No other use.
- What it does: A small, static cosmetic item (e.g., a trophy, animal, hat) that the hero holds in their hand or wears when using the “interact” emote during the victory screen or while posing in the spawn room.
- How to obtain: Battle Pass tracks, weekly challenges, events, Twitch drops.
- When useful: Pure vanity. Can be displayed on the victory screen.
- What it does: A small square image that appears next to your name in menus and in-game (top bar). Thousands available.
- How to obtain: Battle Pass, events, challenges, Twitch drops, or purchasing bundles.
- When useful: Personal identification. Some icons are tied to achievements (like Top 500).
- What it does: A border theme for your player profile card. Cosmetic only.
- How to obtain: Battle Pass premium track (usually tiers 10–30), special events, or Twitch drops.
- When useful: Profile customization.
- What you get: Some cosmetics (sprays, voice lines, player icons), Legacy Credits (small amounts), a free Legendary skin (around tier 55), and sometimes a weapon charm or souvenir.
- How to obtain: Play matches, complete daily/weekly challenges, earn XP.
- When useful: Free cosmetics without spending money.
- What you get: Immediate access to all premium items (including Mythic skin at tier 80), plus legendary skins, emotes, highlight intros, and more at lower tiers.
- Cost: 1,000 Overwatch Coins ($10) per season; also available in bundles.
- When useful: If you want the exclusive seasonal cosmetics, especially the Mythic skin.
- How to obtain: Playing event-specific modes (earn loot boxes in OW1; in OW2, direct purchase with Coins or via event challenge rewards).
- When useful: Collectors or completionists; items often return in future events or may be in Hero Gallery for Legacy Credits after a while.
- Achievement Sprays (Pixel and Cute): Each hero has two special sprays: Pixel (difficult objective, e.g., kill 3 enemies with one ability) and Cute (hero-specific challenge). These are permanent unlocks.
- How to obtain: Complete the achievement in any game mode (Quick Play, Competitive, Arcade). Requirements vary.
- When useful: Bragging rights and personal challenge. No gameplay effect.
- What it does: A reskin of a hero’s primary weapon (and sometimes abilities) that turns it gold with metallic reflections. Cosmetic only.
- How to obtain: Purchase from Hero Gallery for 3,000 Competitive Points per hero.
- When useful: Show high rank or dedication to Competitive mode. Popular among mains.
- Note: Not currently in OW2 as a separate slot. (Removed from OW1; not reintroduced as of Season 11.) None available at this time.
Legacy Credits (Credits)
Competitive Points
Battle Pass Tokens (if applicable)
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2. Cosmetics (Hero Gallery Items)
All cosmetics are purely visual and have no gameplay effect. They can be viewed and equipped for each hero from the Hero Gallery or in-match customization menus.
Skins
Emotes
Sprays
Voice Lines
Victory Poses
Highlight Intros
Souvenirs
Player Icons
Name Cards
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3. Battle Pass Items
The Overwatch 2 Battle Pass is a seasonal progression system with about 80 tiers (free and premium). Items are unlocked by earning XP through gameplay (matches, challenges).
Free Track Items
Premium Track Items
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4. Hero Unlocks
All heroes in Overwatch 2 are free-to-play. New heroes (like Kiriko, Ramattra, Sojourn, Lifeweaver, Mauga) are unlocked by reaching tier 55 of the free Battle Pass the season they debut. They become immediately available for new players after the season ends (via in-game challenges). No item to list beyond that.
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5. Limited-Time Event Items
Seasonal events (e.g., Halloween Terror, Winter Wonderland, Lunar New Year, Summer Games, Anniversary) introduce exclusive cosmetics that are only available during the event window.
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6. Achievement / Career Items
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7. Golden Weapons
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8. Weapon Charms
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9. Collectibles Summary Table
| Category | Obtainment Method | Gameplay Impact |
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| Skins | Coins, Credits, BP, Events | None (Cosmetic) |
| Emotes | Coins, Credits, BP, Events | None |
| Sprays | Free, Achievements, BP, Events | None |
| Voice Lines | Coins, Credits, BP, Events | Minor communication (subjective) |
| Victory Poses | Coins, Credits, BP, Events | None |
| Highlight Intros | Coins, Credits, BP, Events | None |
| Souvenirs | BP, Challenges, Events | None |
| Player Icons | BP, Events, Achievements | None |
| Name Cards | BP (premium), Events | None |
| Golden Weapons | Competitive Points | None |
| Battle Pass Items | XP | None |
10. Practical Tips
- Prioritize Premium Battle Pass if you play a lot – it gives the best value per coin (Mythic skin, multiple Legendary skins).
- Save Legacy Credits for permanent Hero Gallery items you want long-term. They are non-renewable.
- Competitive Points should only be spent on Golden Weapons for heroes you main; they are the only exclusive cosmetic from Competitive.
- Events often have limited-time skins that may never return; if you want them, buy during the event.
- Achievement sprays are free and offer good personal challenges – check the Hero Gallery for requirements.
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This covers all items in Overwatch 2. There are no weapons, armor, consumables, materials, or key equipment that affect gameplay. Everything is cosmetic or currency-based.