As Blizzard looks to introduce a version of the popular shooter without loot boxes, the survey making waves within the Overwatch 2 community “is not indicative of the final price,” a spokesperson tells IGN. .
Blizzard’s statement follows reports of investigation first pointed out on Twitter @Portergauge, This asks players if they are willing to pay $45 for a new, highest rarity Overwatch skin in an upcoming sequel. The idea didn’t work.
“Oops, my friend got an Overwatch investigation on his account. Some of these prices they’re measuring for OW2 are really expensive,” Portergauge said. “Hopefully this is just one of the higher priced surveys he got and not an indication that they are leaning towards monetization that much.”
The study lists suggested prices for weapons, skins, and charms, offering players $44.99 for a single Mythic skin, $24.99 for a Legendary skin, $29.99 for a Legendary bundle, or $9.99 for a Weapon Charm. I am asking if you are willing to pay.
that is many higher than you would expect.
“I’m still amazed that people are willing to pay so much for skins,” said one Reddit user. “When I played Valorant for a while, I refused to pay this kind of price and only got a few select things on ‘sale’ or season pass.”
Activision was recently attacked in the controversial Diablo Immortal microtransaction.
A Blizzard spokesperson told IGN: “This survey is entirely aimed at better understanding player preferences for the different types of cosmetics in Overwatch 2. The prices displayed in the survey are randomized per user, and the final It does not represent a specific price, more details will be shared in the Shop. Battle Pass system as we approach launch on October 4th.”
Ultimately, Blizzard says some of the Overwatch 2 survey suggestions are not meant to be reasonable. Perhaps it’s gauging interest among players to find places that will benefit the company without scaring them.
Overwatch 2 recently caused additional concerns when it was revealed that the upcoming sequel would essentially replace the original game when it officially launches later this year.
Ryan Leston is IGN’s entertainment journalist and film critic.you can follow him twitter.
