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Overwatch 2: How To Unlock Zenyatta

Zenyatta in Overwatch 2

This guide explains how to unlock Zenyatta in Overwatch 2.

Six years after the release of the original OverwatchOverwatch 2 has arrived! Fans have been chomping at the bit to jump into the sequel to the hugely popular first person shooter.

The first Overwatch was incredibly successful. And with this new instalment, Blizzard is hoping to recapture the magic and make it bigger than ever.

Overwatch 2 boasts a range of new updates and features. These include upgraded visuals, new heroes, a revised 5v5 team setup, PvE, and the new “Push” game mode.

But some things might be puzzling for new players – including how to unlock new Heroes. Existing players might find their favourite is locked when they first jump into the new sequel.

For those who don’t know, Heroes are the playable characters in Overwatch 2.

As with the original Overwatch, each Hero comes with unique looks and abilities.

Overwatch 2 How To Unlock Zenyatta
Zenyatta’s abilities.

Heroes fall into one of three classes: Tank, Damage, and Support. Each suit different play styles but perform equally valuable functions on any team in Overwatch 2. As a result, it’s best to pick a Hero from the class that suits you.

One Hero players are keen to unlock is Zenyatta, a Support class character. They aren’t available at the start, so players need to unlock them in the game.

So, let’s go over how to unlock Zenyatta in Overwatch 2

How To Unlock Zenyatta in Overwatch 2

Zenyatta is an omnic monk who’s distinctive thanks to his floating pose and magic orbs.

As a Support class Hero, the orbs Zenyatta wields are able to heal teammates and deal damage to opponents. Using both of these effectively is crucial to getting the best out of Zenyatta.

In Overwatch 2, Zenyatta’s Ultimate is Transcendence. When in use, Zenyatta becomes invulnerable to damage, moves faster, and heals nearby teammates.

Overwatch 2 How To Unlock Zenyatta
Zenyatta Hero challenge.

This is how to unlock Zenyatta in Overwatch 2: Zenyatta is unlocked by completing 25 games to fulfil his associated Hero challenge.

Once unlocked, you are able to use them in games and take full advantage of his Omnic ways to best your opponents.

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Sam Harby

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