Overwatch currencies will be transferred into sequel Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Overwatch currencies will be transferred into sequel While unopened loot boxes will be opened automatically. News by Tom Phillips Deputy Editor Published on 23 Jun 2022 4 comments Blizzard has detailed its plans for Overwatch's existing currencies and lootboxes as the developer looks to the launch of Overwatch 2 as a free-to-play early access game this October. As announced previously, Overwatch 2 will not contain any loot boxes, with items instead made available for purchase directly instead. Writing in a reddit AMA last night, Blizzard explained that any unopened loot boxes would be automatically redeemed ahead of Overwatch 2's launch. Watch on YouTube "We are not transitioning loot boxes into Overwatch 2, and ahead of launch, any unopened loot boxes will be automatically opened with your account receiving all the contents directly," Blizzard wrote. Credits, OWL tokens and competitive points will transfer directly over, though Blizzard said it would also introduce a new currency as the "main" offering. "There will be things in OW2 that will not be purchasable with those OW1 credits," Blizzard continued. Blizzard briefly mentioned it had a guild system high up on its list of things to include in Overwatch 2, and was considering in-game tournaments. Overwatch 2 launches for Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S on 4th October. At launch, new tank hero the Junker Queen, the "ruthless Australian-born ruler of Junkertown" will join Overwatch 2's roster. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Overwatch 2 suffers another DDoS attack and character roster bugs Mei Mei. 7 Nintendo Switch firmware update lets you take screenshots in the Switch Online app The app on your console, not your phone. 7 Latest Articles Genshin Impact Path of Gleaming Jade dates, login event rewards Including other anniversary rewards and how to claim them. Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Jelly Deals Logitech's G Pro X gaming headset is its lowest-ever price during Amazon's Early Access sale Prime Members can get it for just £52. Jelly Deals Save over £500 off the retail price on this beefy ASUS TUF Dash gaming laptop from Amazon Under £1080 for an RTX 3070 laptop. Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store