Overwatch 2 Season 16 Leaks UPD Hero Bans, Juno Mythic, Stadium Mode & More!

Overwatch 2 fans are in for a treat with the upcoming Season 16 update, as exciting leaks have surfaced, revealing details about new skins, a potential Gundam collaboration, and a revamped hero ban system. These leaks, primarily shared by the renowned Overwatch leaker cf2 leer on Reddit, give us a sneak peek into the future of the game. Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming season, from Mythic skins to new maps and more!

All Things Coming to Overwatch 2 Season 16

1. New Juno Mythic Skin

One of the standout features of Season 16 is the introduction of the Juno Mythic skin. While the skin was teased back during the Overwatch Spotlight event in February, we now get a proper look at how it will appear in the game. The skin comes with three main color variants: the default blonde version, a darker “Doki” Watch-inspired Juno, and a more pastel-colored option. The in-game visuals look impressive, and many players are excited to see how the skin performs with its visual and sound effects. The Mythic skin will likely be available for purchase, and players can expect it to be a highlight of the season.

2. New Mythic Skin Aspects: Iridescent

Alongside the Juno skin, Blizzard is introducing a new set of Mythic skin aspects—iridescent. These will be an additional purchase on top of existing Mythic skins, similar to the previously released gilded aspects. The iridescent aspect gives skins a stunning, shimmering effect, and the first look at Junker Queen’s Zeus skin in this new style already looks impressive. These iridescent aspects will be available for other Mythic skins as well, offering players a fresh way to customize their favorite heroes.

3. Lightbringer Ana: The Starter Bundle Skin

Ana fans are in for a treat with the Lightbringer Ana skin, which will be part of the upcoming season’s starter bundle. This $5 bundle typically includes a new skin and a bunch of in-game coins to kick off the season. While this is not part of the Battle Pass or Ultimate Bundle, it’s a solid option for players looking to get a unique skin without the need to commit to the full Battle Pass.

4. Stadium Mode and Exclusive Ranked Skins

Season 16 will introduce a new ranked mode, Stadium, which will reward players with exclusive skins. These skins will likely be tied to specific rankings and may be unlocked based on performance in the new Stadium mode. The skins are described as recolored versions of existing ones, reminiscent of Overwatch League skins, but with a unique twist that reflects the ranks within the Stadium mode. More details are still to come about how exactly players can earn these skins, but the addition of ranked-exclusive rewards is sure to keep competitive players engaged.

5. New Maps for Stadium Mode

Several new maps will be introduced for Stadium mode, featuring familiar locations like Paris, Ilios, and Busan, alongside some fresh designs that bring a unique flair to these classic stages. The stadium detailing in these maps promises an exciting twist on these familiar settings, making them feel new and dynamic. While we don’t have much information on the gameplay changes tied to these maps, it’s clear that they will offer a fresh experience for competitive players.

6. Hero Ban System

One of the most anticipated additions in Season 16 is the new hero ban system. This system will allow players to ban up to four heroes before each match, with each team selecting two heroes to ban. The voting process will be ranked, meaning players’ top choices will carry more weight, and teammates’ votes will help determine the final bans. This addition is sure to shake up the meta and make team compositions even more strategic.

7. Gundam Wing Collaboration

Perhaps the most unexpected leak is the reveal of a Gundam Wing collaboration. This collaboration is set to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Gundam franchise. While specific details about which characters will receive skins are still unknown, fans are speculating that characters like Reinhardt or Ramatra, with their large, robotic forms, could be getting special Mecha-themed skins. Gundam fans are sure to be thrilled by the prospect of Overwatch characters decked out in iconic Gundam-inspired outfits.

8. Changes to Skin Naming Conventions

Finally, there’s a small but noteworthy change coming to the game’s skin naming system. Overwatch 1 skins will now be labeled as “Classic,” while Overwatch 2 skins will be referred to as “Valorous.” This change seems to apply specifically to the default base skins for Overwatch 1 heroes, marking a distinction between older and newer skins in the game. For heroes introduced in Overwatch 2, such as Kiriko and Ramatra, this naming convention won’t apply since they have only Overwatch 2 skins.

Season 16 of Overwatch 2 is shaping up to be an exciting update with new Mythic skins, a fresh collaboration with Gundam Wing, and plenty of competitive features to keep players on their toes. Whether you’re excited about the Juno Mythic skin, the new ranked rewards in Stadium mode, or the upcoming hero bans, there’s something for everyone in this season’s leaks. As we await more official details, let us know in the comments which leak you’re most excited about!