Overwatch 2 Season 8 Patch: Major Buffs for Mauga and New Events Introduced

The patch also introduces weapon skins for hero customization and changes to Competitive Play updates.

Mauga, the latest tank hero in Overwatch 2, receives major buffs in the Season 8 patch, including increased armor and a smaller head hitbox for better survivability.
The patch introduces new events such as the Battle of the Beasts PvPvE mode and the Winter Wonderland holiday event, set to launch on December 19.
Overwatch 2 introduces weapon skins, a new customization feature for heroes, starting with the Hard Light theme for Rein, Reaper, and Mercy.
Changes to Competitive Play updates include MMR Decay only occurring at the start of a new season and a reduction in the maximum ultimate charge preserved on hero swap from 25% to 15%.
The next wave of Hero Mastery courses, featuring new challenges and cosmetic rewards, will start on January 2, 2024.