Overwatch 2 Launches Gundam Wing Skins with Epic Crossover Event

Blizzard has officially unveiled the highly anticipated Overwatch 2 collaboration with the legendary mecha anime Gundam Wing, celebrating its 30th anniversary. Starting April 29th and running through May 12th, 2025, players can transform their favorite heroes into iconic mobile suits, bringing a thrilling fusion of futuristic warfare to the game. This event marks another major pop culture crossover for the hero shooter, following earlier successful partnerships.

Four premium Legendary skins headline the collaboration, each meticulously designed to channel the essence of specific Gundams:

1. Wing Gundam Zero Mercy: ✨ Mercy takes flight with angelic wings reminiscent of the Wing Zero, her Caduceus Staff transformed.

2. Epyon Ramattra: ⚔️ Ramattra embodies the menacing power of Epyon, his Nemesis Form radiating dark energy.

3. Tallgeese Soldier: 76: ✈️ Soldier: 76 dons the distinct armor of the Tallgeese, his pulse rifle looking sharper than ever.

4. Deathscythe Reaper: 🔪 Reaper cloaks himself in the stealthy, scythe-wielding aesthetic of the Deathscythe.

These skins won't come cheap. Players can purchase them individually or as a complete set:

Purchase Option	Price (Overwatch Coins)	Real-World Cost	Contents
Individual Skin Bundle	2800	$28	Skin + Highlight Intro + Other Cosmetics
Mega Bundle	5900	$59	All four Skin Bundles

Beyond the premium shop offerings, an in-game event will run concurrently. Players can earn exclusive Gundam Wing-themed rewards simply by participating in matches:

• 🏆 Shinigami Player Title

• 🎨 Zero System Spray

• 🔫 Gundamari Weapon Charm

• Bonus Battle Pass XP

Specific challenge details will be revealed once the event goes live, but the expectation is that progress will be earned through regular gameplay, making these rewards accessible to dedicated players.

Interestingly, the official reveal confirmed earlier leaks that had surfaced online. Credible sources, including the well-known leaker wiki_ow and datamined Name Card images, had accurately predicted the exact lineup of heroes and their corresponding Gundam skins weeks before the announcement. This validation highlights the passionate and connected nature of the Overwatch 2 community.

The collaboration's announcement trailer notably took place on the Horizon Lunar Colony map, a fan-favorite Assault map currently only playable in Custom Games or Arcade modes. While the trailer doesn't signal its immediate return to standard rotation, its prominent use fuels speculation. Overwatch 2's recent strategy of reviving older maps through new modes offers hope. The successful reimagining of Paris as Place Lacroix for the Stadium mode, alongside Hanaoka and Throne of Anubis for Clash, demonstrates Blizzard's willingness to bring back beloved locations. With promises to add more maps to Stadium in future seasons, the Horizon Lunar Colony feels like a prime candidate for a triumphant, perhaps even permanently reworked, return. Could this Gundam event be a subtle hint towards that future?

Looking beyond the skins and sprays, this crossover feels like a natural fit. Both Overwatch 2 and Gundam Wing explore themes of conflict, technological prowess, and the human cost of war, albeit through vastly different lenses – one focused on diverse heroes, the other on colossal machines piloted by youths. Seeing Mercy channel the Wing Zero's divine intervention or Ramattra embody the Epyon's ruthless efficiency creates a unique visual synergy. While the premium pricing might raise eyebrows, the sheer iconic power of these designs, combined with earnable in-game rewards and the nostalgic pull of Gundam Wing, is likely to make this event soar with players. One can't help but wonder if seeing these titans clash on a revitalized Horizon base isn't just a trailer backdrop, but a glimpse into Overwatch 2's roadmap for breathing new life into its own storied battlegrounds.