Two characters in Overwatch are getting reworks and overhauls in the sequel, at least for the PvP beta version of it slated later this month.

Both Doomfist and Orisa are getting Tank overhauls for Overwatch 2. The former is more significant given that Doomfist was in a DPS role previously. Let’s start with his changes.

Doomfist

According to the developers, Doomfist will retain his fast-paced mobile lethal brawling style even in his newly-appointed Tank role. Here’s the breakdown:

• Doomfist’s health is now 450 thanks to his new role.
• Hand Cannon ammo recovery increases to once every 0.4s. Damage reduced from 6 to 5 per pellet.
• His new move Power Block protects him from frontal attacks. Blocking heavy damage empowers Rocket Punch. Empowered Rocket Punch travels faster, further, and deals more damage.
• Rocket Punch max charge time is reduced to 1s, and its Impact damage reduced to 15-30. Wall slam damage reduced to 20-40.
• Seismic Slam now launches you like Winston’s leap. On landing, it deals damage and slows enemies.
• His Meteor Strike Ultimate now adds slow effect to all enemies it hits. The outer ring damage is reduced to 100-15, and its activation time is reduced to 0.5s.
• He has no Uppercut.

Doomfist mains will need to change up their playstyle to use this new Tank version.

Orisa

Orisa has struggled with brawling and toe-to-toe engagements in the past. Her new tweaks and reworks in Overwatch 2 will make her playstyle more adaptable to PvP team fights.

• Augmented Fusion Driver now rapidly fires large projectiles. They start large and shrink down as they travel. The attack uses a heat mechanic instead of the usual ammo/reload system.
• Energy Javalin is a new move that makes Orisa launch a javelin at an enemy to stun and knock them back. It’s more effective if the enemy hits a wall.
• Her skill Fortify now also gives her 125 temporary health. It’s also slowed by 20% while active, and reduces heat generated from firing by 50% while active.
• Her new Javelin Spin spins her javelin to destroy projectiles, push enemies, and increase forward speed.
• Her new Ultimate Terra Surge sweeps in enemies and anchors down, gaining the effects of Fortify and charging up a surge of damage. You can use Primary Fire to unleash the surge early.
• She doesn’t have Protective Barrier, Halt!, and Supercharger anymore.

As someone who loves using Orisa in part 1, this is a huge overhaul as she’s usually more defensive. These new moves at least give her an edge of sorts to push forward with your team rather than just be a regular Tank shield type role.

The Overwatch 2 PvP beta starts on 26 April. You can sign up here.