Q: How has the hero progression system changed in Overwatch 2 with the Season 6 update?

A: Overwatch 2 introduced a new player progression system in the Season 6 update that uses badges to represent a player's experience with different heroes, modes, and roles. Instead of the straightforward leveling system from the original game, players now level up badges associated with specific activities, such as playing a certain hero or achieving specific in-game feats. This allows others to see a player's playstyle and achievements at a glance by viewing their profile.

Q: What are the benefits of leveling up badges in the new progression system?

A: Leveling up badges not only showcases a player's proficiency and preferences in the game but also rewards them with icons, name cards, and titles. For instance, reaching an overall level of four for Ramattra will unlock a player icon featuring his face. These badges offer short-term intrinsic rewards as players see their experience bars increase, while icons and other aesthetic rewards serve as extrinsic rewards. Players can track their progress in the Hero section of the Challenges part of the main menu.

Q: How is the overall player progression level represented in Overwatch 2?

A: The overall player progression level is indicated by icons, initially shown as a bronze hexagon. As players advance and level up their badges, this icon's shape and color will evolve, offering a broad indicator of how much they've played and progressed in Overwatch 2 since the Season 6 update.

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Overwatch 2 Hero Progression: How the New Ranking System Works

August 14, 2023

By Michael Leri

Overwatch 2 now has a brand-new progression system with the Season 6 update, which addresses criticisms many had about the sequel. It’s not as straightforward as the leveling system from the first game, so here’s what the new Overwatch 2 hero progression is and how it works.

What is the new Overwatch 2 hero progression?

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