Blizzard's handling of the Overwatch 2 Cyber DJ skin has ignited another controversy. Initially sold for $19.99, the skin was unexpectedly offered for free a day later to Twitch viewers watching a one-hour broadcast on February 12th.
This promotional giveaway angered many players who had already purchased the skin, leading to widespread calls for refunds. While the skin has been removed from the in-game store, Blizzard has yet to address the refund requests.
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This isn't the first time Blizzard has faced backlash for selling cosmetic items only to later offer them free through promotions. The incident comes at a challenging time for Overwatch 2, as Marvel Rivals' success poses a significant threat.
To counter this, Blizzard announced a special Overwatch 2 Spotlight event on February 12th, promising revolutionary gameplay changes. The event will showcase new maps, heroes, and other content, with prominent streamers invited to Blizzard headquarters for an exclusive preview.