Blizzard has released a patch for Overwatch on Nintendo Switch 2, improving its framerate beyond the initial 30fps lock. The update makes the game more viable on the handheld, adding gyro controls. This coincides with Season 2, featuring new hero Sierra.
Blizzard launched a Switch 2 upgrade for Overwatch last week, targeting 60fps performance for portable play. The initial version struggled, remaining capped at 30fps. A new patch now addresses this issue, bringing smoother gameplay closer to console and PC standards, though it still trails those platforms slightly. The update includes gyro controls for aiming but lacks support for the system's mouse controls so far. > Overwatch on the go just got even better with Nintendo Switch™ 2 🔥 > Check out a side by side comparison, and see the difference for yourself today in Season 2 🎮 > pic.twitter.com/RywnXOeMjK > — Overwatch (@PlayOverwatch) April 20, 2026 Season 2 introduces Sierra, the sixth new hero added to Overwatch in 2026. Blizzard plans 10 new heroes this year, following five debuts in February alongside a season structure reboot focused on the game's narrative. Sierra, a damage hero linked to Helix like Pharah, has a mother connected to the supersoldier program involving Soldier: 76 and Reaper. Her ultimate ability drew concerns for instant kills at launch. Blizzard issued a hotfix increasing its cost without altering damage, while buffing other parts of her kit.
