Overwatch 2 Previews Junker Queen’s Abilities And Drops New Gameplay Trailer
Following up on Overwatch 2’s new tank hero. Armed with a massive axe, the queen of Junkertown is resourceful, fierce, and definitely no stranger to survival.
“Junker Queen was built for Overwatch 2's 5v5 playing field. She has an unparalleled ability to claim space, and she is terrifying to deal with up close. She’s brawly, toeing the line of a berserker tank, and we were cognizant of that in this new tank paradigm. Tanks play more aggressively in Overwatch 2, and Junker Queen is certainly no exception—in fact, she’d consider herself the rule.”
The Junker Queen’s ability set was apparently build around pre-existing Overwatch lore. “Junker Queen was in Overwatch’s narrative well before we had a design for her kit, which meant she had big community expectations resting on her stately shoulders,” said Blizzard. “The Junkertown map showcases her tough, almost brutal, personality, and we wanted her abilities and playstyle to match that energy.”
Junker Queen, Sojourn, and an unannounced hero will be making their official debut when Overwatch 2 launches on October 4th. Players will also be able to test out the new heroes in an beta test.
You can watch Junker Queen in action in the brand new gameplay trailer below. You can also head over to the Overwatch official site for more info.
