How to download Overwatch 2 on all platforms: Xbox, PS5 & PC

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To download Overwatch 2 on all major platforms including PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and Nintendo Switch, stay tuned as we’ve got all the necessary information for you right here.

Despite some technical issues and bugs at launch, Overwatch 2 has gone on to become a great success for Blizzard. The title is available on all the typical, major platforms including PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, and PC.

However, before players can jump into the queue and hopefully get playing, they will have to download the free-to-play game.

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It can be a bit bulky and take some time, so be sure to make space on your PC or console of choice and follow the steps below to find out how to download Overwatch 2.

Where to download Overwatch 2 on Xbox

Overwatch 2 can be downloaded onto either Xbox One or Xbox Series S/X for free. It takes up 30 GB of space on Xbox consoles.

You can do so in one of three ways:

  1. Search for “Overwatch 2” on your Xbox console.
  2. Find Overwatch 2 on the Microsoft Store.
  3. Find Overwatch 2 on the Xbox app on your mobile device or tablet.

Where to download on PlayStation

Like Xbox, the PlayStation version of Overwatch 2 will take up 30 GB of space. Download OW2 onto your PlayStation 4 or PlayStation 5 in three ways:

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  1. Search for “Overwatch 2” on your PlayStation console.
  2. Find and download the game remotely on your PS App.
  3. Find and download the game remotely on the PlayStation Store.

Where to download Overwatch 2 on PC

In order to download Overwatch 2 on your PC, you will need to have downloaded and installed the Battle.net launcher.

The game requires 50GB in order to download onto your PC. Once you have installed the Battle.net launcher, follow these steps:

  1. Follow the steps to install the launcher.
  2. Log in with your Battle.net credentials.
  3. Go to the Overwatch 2 page.
  4. Hit install.

Where to download on Nintendo Switch

As with the other consoles, Overwatch 2 will take up 30 GB on your Switch. You can download the game onto the Nintendo Switch in two ways:

  1. Search and download the game from the Nintendo Store.
  2. Find the title.
  3. Or download from the Nintendo eShop.

Hopefully, our Overwatch 2 install guide was a big help. If you’re after even more useful guides to assist you on you Overwatch 2 journey, we have many more below:

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