Blizzard Intensifies Penalties for Mid-Game Departures in Overwatch 2 Season 10

New measures aim to reduce toxicity and ensure fair play, including harsher bans and expanded social features.

Starting April 16, Overwatch 2 will implement stricter penalties for players who leave games mid-match, including potential season-long bans.
Unranked and competitive modes will both see increased ban durations, with the competitive ladder imposing the most severe consequences.
The 'Avoid as Teammate' feature will expand to allow blocking up to ten players, enhancing player control over their gaming environment.
'Wide Groups' feature introduced, allowing players of varying skill levels to team up, aimed at reducing the need for alternate accounts.
Blizzard updates reporting tools and chat restrictions to further combat in-game harassment and abuse.