This limited-time event is perfect for anyone craving that first Overwatch experience with its original hero abilities and balance.

Our guide will help you master Juno’s out-of-this-world abilities.

Ready to jump in?

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We’ve got you covered with all the details to help you make the most of this nostalgic event.

Let’s dive in.

This is a limited-time event runningfrom November 12 to December 3.

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What Is Classic Mode?

Overwatch: Classic isa limited-time eventwithin Overwatch 2, allowing you to relive the early days of the game.

This mode is designed to let players experience the Overwatchsoriginal 6v6 team-based gameplay.

A screenshot of Overwatch 2 Classic Mode gameplay.

Expect high-risk, high-reward gameplay and heroes with abilities that havent been seen in years.

For a nostalgic touch, Overwatch: Classic uses only the original default skins.

This will take you to the event hub page, where you’re able to queue up.

A screenshot of Overwatch 2 Classic Mode’s selection screen.

Classic Mode uses the traditionalQuick Play ruleset.

After this initial period, hero limits will be enforced, allowing only one of each hero per team.

Classic Mode also featuresfaster Ultimate charge rates, allowing you to use your Ultimate abilities more often.

A screenshot of Overwatch 2 Classic Mode’s challenges.

What Are The Classic Event Challenges?

Overwatch: Classic includes several challenges to complete during the event.

Some challenges require you toplay a specific number of games, while othersare hero-specific.

A screenshot of Overwatch 2 Classic Mode’s hub page.

Youll earn rewards for completing these challenges, such as an exclusive player title, spray, and icon.

The challenges include:

Some challenges reward double progress for wins, so make those victories a priority!

What Are The Classic Event Rewards?

A screenshot of Overwatch 2 Classic Mode gameplay.

There are several rewards earned for completing the above challenges.

Keep playing, keep winning, and collect them all.

What Are Some 2016 Metas To Try?

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There are some of the metas from the early days of Overwatch to try out.

This comp is great forpushing objectivesandholding tight chokepoints.

Even your guns deserve a glow-up.

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