Overwatch has dropped the “2” as the live-service hero-shooter kickstarts a new era for the franchise. Season 1 is where it all begins, and it’s just around the corner.
It’s one of the biggest updates Overwatch has ever seen, with five new Heroes launching at once, as well as a host of other gameplay changes. Being an Overwatch fan hasn’t been this exciting in a very long time, and thankfully, you won’t have to wait too long to jump in.
Insider Gaming has the Overwatch Season 1 (2026) release date and exact times listed below.
What Is The Overwatch Season 1 (2026) Release Date?
Overwatch Season 1 (2026) will begin on February 10, 2026, though the date could change depending on where you live in the world.
Blizzard is using a global release structure for Overwatch Season 1, meaning all players from across the world can jump into the new Season at the same time. However, for some of you out there, that might mean waiting until February 11.
Overwatch Season 1 (2026) Start Times
Season 1 of Overwatch kicks off at 11 AM PT on February 10, with simultaneous launch times across various time zones.
All of the start times for Overwatch Season 1 across major regions are shown in the table below. If you’re not covered by one of these regions, be sure to adjust for your time zone.
| Time Zone | Overwatch Start Time |
|---|---|
| Pacific Time (PT) | 11 AM – Feb. 10 |
| Central Time (CT) | 1 PM – Feb. 10 |
| Eastern Time (ET) | 2 PM – Feb. 10 |
| Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) | 7 PM – Feb. 10 |
| Australian Eastern Time (AET) | 5 AM – Feb. 11 |
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