Overwatch 2 might be gearing up for its most ambitious crossover events yet. A recent player survey originating in Japan has leaked a tantalising list of potential collaborations, and let me tell you: it’s stacked. From anime titans and iconic video games to surprise pop culture brands, Blizzard looks ready to go all-in on mashups that could reshape the game’s style and appeal.
Blizzard’s hero shooter has been no stranger to culled-from-culture content drops. Fans have already seen successful anime crossovers like My Hero Academia and Cowboy Bebop make their mark with slick skins and themed bundles. And let’s not forget collaborations with Blizzard’s own legendary franchises like Diablo and World of Warcraft.
But what’s coming next? This latest survey may have spilled the beans on what Blizzard is cooking, and it’s looking massive.
A survey with wild ambition
This recent Overwatch 2 survey, surfacing from Japanese players, presented respondents with a grab bag of 35 possible franchise collaborations. Some of them make perfect sense. Others? Honestly, they’re a little out of left field, but exciting nonetheless.
Here’s the full scope of franchises players were asked to consider for future crossovers:
- Monster Hunter
- Sword Art Online
- Cyberpunk: Edgerunners
- The Little Mermaid
- Dragon Quest
- Kagurabachi
- Futurama
- Elden Ring
- Call of Duty
- Adidas
- Lazarus
- Kingdom Hearts
- League of Legends
- Devil May Cry
- Teen Titans
- Nier Automata
- Hello Kitty and Friends
- Nerf
- God of War
- Street Fighter
- Metal Gear Solid
- The Witcher
- Jujutsu Kaisen
- My Hero Academia
- Code Geass
- Skyrim
- One Punch Man
- FIFA
- Tomb Raider
- Disney Villains
- Clue
- Yu-Gi-Oh!
- Star Trek
- Stray Kids
- Critical Role
Yep, you read that right. From RPG giants like Elden Ring and anime smashes like Jujutsu Kaisen, to nostalgic brands like Nerf and Hello Kitty, the diversity of the list is a bold statement in itself. There are even curveballs like The Little Mermaid, Clue, and K-pop sensations Stray Kids.
While Blizzard hasn’t confirmed which, if any, of these partnerships will actually make it into the game, surveys like this often inform future content pipelines. And given Overwatch 2’s evolving embrace of crossovers, we wouldn’t be surprised to see some of these franchises pop up in future seasons.
Recent collaborations and the Street Fighter 6 connection
It’s also worth noting that this survey surfaces not long after Blizzard officially announced a Street Fighter 6 x Overwatch 2 event. That collab is set to bring new content for both FPS and fighting game fans, including skins and cosmetics that blend the Street Fighter flavor into the Overwatch universe.
That announcement, paired with this leak, makes it clear Blizzard is actively exploring themed partnerships as a long-term strategy to dazzle fans and keep gameplay experiences fresh.
Why these crossovers matter
You might be wondering: why does Blizzard care about crossovers so much now? Simple: community engagement and cultural expansion. Skins and cosmetics aren’t just eye candy; they’re identity markers. Seeing your favorite character from Cyberpunk: Edgerunners or rocking a Futurama themed outfit in competitive play? That’s gaming joy, pure and simple.
And Blizzard’s survey seems to understand this. It includes classic anime franchises to appeal to its giant Japanese and global anime-loving player base, throws in gaming mega-hits to draw crossover fans, and even dabbles in pop culture realms you might not expect, like Critical Role and FIFA.
The current state of the game
All this buzz comes hot on the heels of Overwatch 2’s mid-season update for Season 17. That update saw two maps reworked and multiple heroes tweaked for better balance. Players were also gifted free loot boxes and welcomed back the Competitive Drives mode, offering another layer of incentive to hop into matches.
With all this recent support, it feels like Overwatch 2 is preparing the stage for something big, not just in balance and PvE refinement, but in visual identity and cultural relevance.
What’s next? Let the speculation begin
Which crossover do you want most? The Twitter poll that accompanied this survey shows a huge outpouring of hype from fans worldwide. That said, it’s possible not all of these franchises will make it into the game. Development resources, licensing hurdles, and regional demand will all play a role.
Still, the fact that Blizzard is even asking these questions is a good sign. It suggests a long-term vision for Overwatch 2 that involves celebrating global fandoms, synergising with huge IPs, and keeping the game feeling fresh, exciting, and just a little bit unpredictable.
Keep your eyes peeled. If what this survey hints at turns real, the future of Overwatch 2 could be its most electrifying yet.