Overwatch 2 Wuyang hero trial release date revealed by Blizzard

The new upcoming hero with water abilities

Blizzard Entertainment has finally dropped some amazing news for Overwatch 2 Wuyang, who is the new upcoming hero in the game.

His lore has been revealed by Blizzard and the hero’s trial date. Let’s find out more details in this article.

When is Overwatch 2 Wuyang hero trial?

Blizzard has officially announced that the Overwatch 2 Wuyang hero trial will start from August 14, 2025, and run through August 18, with a likely extension to August 19 at 11 AM PT, based on Overwatch 2’s typical Tuesday updates.

This trial will let you enjoy the newest character, experiment with his abilities and craft up the strategies for your rank matches.

Blizzard teases a “learning curve with some serious splash potential,” promising a fresh challenge.

Make sure to provide your feedback for the hero as well.

New lore revealed

So far, fans only knew that Wuyang is a Chinese hero with water-based powers. Now, Blizzard Entertainment has revealed more lore information about him.

He hails from Wuxing University’s Water College, a new post-secondary institution in the Overwatch 2 universe.

This rebellious character stands in stark contrast to Moira and the Phreaks’ home, Oasis University, as seen in the Hazard trailer.

His distinctive weapon and backstory hint at a dynamic personality, with additional information possibly revealed at ChinaJoy 2025, which begins August 1.

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Conclusion

Overwatch 2 Wuyang hero trial pretty much aligned with Season 17’s end. This will offer players a chance to test before the full release in Season 18.

The lore reveal has kept the fans more engaged towards the hero and they can’t wait to get their hands on this new Chinese hero.

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