No News, but New Host!
A new host joins WPR, Blizzard remains tight lipped about Anniversary plans, Season 5 hopes, Michael Chu's AMA, SR decay across all ranks, and more....
Leaks and rumors abound as we approach the one year anniversary of Overwatch. Based on the leaks it looks like Blizzard is gearing up to have their biggest event to date — possibly giving players a reason to come back to Overwatch. It’s looking like we will be getting a new character, new maps, new game mode, and a new cinematic. Not bad for something not happening around Blizzcon. In addition to discussing that, we will also dig into the recent change to competitive assault map tie breaking. Looks like Blizzard didn’t like the TRULY competitive system that was in place, and backed it down a bit.
We also hop into the PTR to see changes that will likely be going live. Quality of life changes to Hanzo, Genji, and Reaper, while Rein, Orisa, and Soldier get some nerfs. China finalized their law that forces game developers like Blizzard to release their drop rates for their games. We get a glimpse into what we possibly see in Overwatch, but Jaa is a bit skeptical. We have a guest on this episode to talk about his experience in dipping into low ranking SR, and then pulling himself out. That and more on this episode of WPR.
Jarret is Executive Director as well as one of the founding members of Mash Those Buttons. He plays all types of games, but tends to lean more toward FPS, Stealth, and Combat games.
Mikey has been playing fighting games since he could reach the arcade stick and buttons. While not be ever being tournament ready he strives to do better. Loves pure action games and enjoying bonkers jrpgs. He's just you're average gaymer.
1/3 host of Watchpoint Radio. Anthony has been playing video games since the Atari 5200 (1982). In his spare time he enjoys loosing in Overwatch (LOL Gold), work, and more OW!!!! He is a huge Star Wars fan and loves researching history.
The gang is back from Blizzcon with more thoughts on what was revealed, as well as their experiences in the WoW Forever beta!
Kim full breakdown guide, Arjun and Japan’s new leverless controller, EVO France attendees head count, and a look at 2XKO modders updates.
Fighting game news is heating up! We’re covering the latest Marvel Tokon Dev Talk, City of Wolves (Tokyo Revengers), Kaphwan gameplay, Street Fighter 6 x Apex Legends, and Arc System Works’ new fighting game IP
The gang (& Chip from Squad Goals) react to all the Blizzcon news! Also, listen to find out how to enter for a chance to win a Warcraft Forever Collection which includes Warcraft III: Reforged and the Forsaken Kingdom expansion! World of Warcraft Forever launches Nov 4th! #wow_partner
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