Overwatch 2 Season 9 Patch Notes (February 12): Major competitive changes, hero nerfs & buffs, and more

The Overwatch 2 Season 9 patch notes are finally here, revealing everything the upcoming season has in store for players. In less than 24 hours, the new season will hit the servers, and players worldwide will have access to a variety of in-game updates. A brand new seasonal Battlepass, game-changing hero nerfs and buffs, and new events are among the major changes coming to the game through the Overwatch 2 Season 9 patch.

Below, we have the full Overwatch 2 Season 9 patch notes.

Season 9 brings core gameplay updates, a reworked Competitive game mode, and a new Co-op event that will test the courage of even the bravest heroes as they face a dangerous threat of cosmic proportions.

Face off against eldritch abominations in the twisted reality of Cosmic Crisis, a brand-new co-op mission. Work with three other players to repair your ship and escape the ruins of Ecopoint Antarctica while fighting off the monstrous Null Sector. But keep an eye out for your teammates… an ancient power lurks in the shadows, waiting for its chance to strike.

Skill Rank Reset

Placement Matches

Competitive Updates

Skill Modifiers

New Skill Tier - Champion

Versus Screen

New Grouping Requirements

Art & UI Updates

Competitive Points

Competitive Progression

Competitive Rewards

Matchmaking Rating

Competitive Challenges

New Reticle Types have been added.

New Reticle Dots have been added.

New Reticle color options have been added.

Most damage-dealing projectile sizes have been increased by a new global modifier added to their base size.

Hero combined HP (base health/armor/shields) increased by 15-25%.

Ultimate Charge

Regenerative Passive for All Heroes

Support Role Passive

Damage Role Passive

Quick Melee

D.Va

Self Destruct

Doomfist

Rocket Punch

Junker Queen