Overwatch 2‘s chaotic limited-time events are back, and Season 17 brings the heat with one of the wildest yet: the Hacks & Hijinx event. If you’re itching for fast-paced mayhem, surprise mechanics, and a pile of free goodies, you’ll want to jump in before this digital storm quiets down.
When is the Hacks & Hijinx Event Live?
The Hacks & Hijinx event runs from July 15, 2025 to July 28, 2025. That gives players exactly two action-packed weeks to dive into the reworked limited-time mode, rack up challenge progress, and claim some exclusive rewards that won’t be available once the event wraps.
What is the Hacks & Hijinx game mode?
This limited-time brawl takes the standard Overwatch 2 formula and injects it with experimental mechanics that make matches more unpredictable (think more curveballs than a Junkrat ult). It’s part funhouse, part chaos arena, and every match you play helps you progress towards juicy seasonal rewards.
The mode modifies several mechanics, cranking up the fun while encouraging players to try new heroes and roles. It’s a great excuse to blow off steam, shake off ladder stress, and laugh your way through some gadget-infused firefights.
Event challenges: How to complete them
There’s a total of nine challenges bundled in with Hacks & Hijinx, and they’re refreshingly straightforward. These tasks include everything from simply playing matches, dealing damage, using Ultimates, and securing wins across all roles: Support, Tank, and DPS. Oh, and if you’re winning? You’ll double your progress for many of these objectives.
| Challenge | Description | Reward |
|---|---|---|
| Hackerman | Complete 8 Hacks & Hijinx challenges | Hackerman player title |
| Keeping it Simple | Complete 3 games of Hacks & Hijinx (wins double progress) | 5,000 Battle Pass XP Pixel Ninja player icon |
| Mixing it Up | Complete 6 games of Hacks & Hijinx (wins double progress) | 5,000 Battle Pass XP 8 Bit Raiders spray |
| Whole New Game | Complete 9 games of Hacks & Hijinx (wins double progress) | 5,000 Battle Pass XP 1 Epic Loot Box |
| Support Hijinx | Complete 10 games as any Support hero | 10,000 Battle Pass XP |
| Tank Hijinx | Complete 10 games as any Tank hero | 10,000 Battle Pass XP |
| Damage Hijinx | Complete 10 games as any DPS hero | 10,000 Battle Pass XP |
| Ultimate Hijinx | Use your Ultimate 25 times | 10,000 Battle Pass XP |
| Infinite Ammo | Deal or boost a total of 15,000 damage (Excludes Total Mayhem and co-op modes) | 8-bit Medal weapon charm |
Tips for maximising progress
Want to blitz through the event faster than a well-timed Lucio speed boost?
- Play to win: Wins count as double progress for several challenges, so group up if you can and bring your A-game.
- Rotate roles strategically: Switch frequently between Support, Tank, and DPS to tick multiple challenges simultaneously.
- Focus your Ult usage: Use your Ultimate ability every match without holding back: don’t save it for style points.
- Damage counts: Focus on heroes or comps that crank up the damage. Boosting and healing that leads to more damage also helps hit that 15K mark for Infinite Ammo.
Why you shouldn’t miss this
Overwatch 2’s special events are more than just seasonal content: they’re opportunities to try new tactics, earn limited-time items, and shake up your typical grind. The Hacks & Hijinx event brings a playful energy to the game that feels like a breath of fresh air in the competitive off-season.
Even if you’re not a ‘challenges’ person, the loot alone is worth the effort. Weapon charms, icons, sprays: once they’re gone, they’re gone. So yeah, it’s totally worth jumping in while it lasts.
Events like Hacks & Hijinx remind us that Overwatch is at its best when it mixes chaos with creativity. Whether you’re logging in for a few quick games or grinding it all out in one caffeine-fueled marathon, there’s a ton of fun (and rewards) waiting for you through July 28.
So lock in your picks, fire up those Ultimates, and hack your way to some hijinks.