New Overwatch 2 Weapon Skins Have a Neat Detail

28.03.2024 - 03:17 / gamerant.com / Aaron Keller / Eric Law

The new Los Muertos weapon skins in Overwatch 2 change color depending on whether the character is in light or shade. This awesome detail sets these weapon skins apart from any other Overwatch 2 cosmetic, and showcases some exciting technology that could be used in the future.

Weapon skins are a new type of Overwatch 2 cosmetic added in Season 8. Though players could previously obtain special Golden weapons via Competitive Play, this was the first time fans could directly purchase special weapons that would replace the existing models on any skin they were used with.

Now, Overwatch 2 has released its second batch of weapon skins – and they have a noteworthy detail. The Los Muertos weapon skins, currently available for Soldier: 76 and Junkrat in Overwatch 2, change color based on whether the character is standing in the light or the shade. This awesome detail makes these skins unique, while also showing off some interesting light-recognition tech that could be used in other places in Overwatch 2’s future.

Beyond the fact these weapons change color, the Los Muertos weapon skins feature some satisfying new sound effects when they are fired, making them an excellent addition to any collector’s arsenal. Each character’s individual weapon skin can be purchased for 1200 Overwatch Coins, or together in a bundle for 1900 Overwatch Coins – a currency Overwatch 2 players will be able to earn more of via the Battle Pass starting in Season 10.

Reception to the Los Muertos skins has been quite positive overall. While fans were not especially charmed by them initially, the fact they change colors, paired with the unique SFX, has convinced some players to pick them up. However, many are confused as to why Soldier: 76 and Junkrat received these weapons instead of Overwatch 2 heroes Reaper, Illari, or Sombra – all of which have connections to countries that celebrate the Day of the Dead. These fans hope Overwatch 2 makes Los Muertos weapon skins for these characters in the future as well, especially since Reaper and Sombra have several skins that would pair excellently with them.

These unique new weapon skins may be another step in Overwatch 2’s path to creating new types of Mythic cosmetics. During a recent interview, game director Aaron Keller danced around a question that suggested it may be planning Mythic tier Highlight Intros, Emotes, or even weapon skins. The Los Muertos skins are technically classified as Common, but certainly match the quality found with Legendary and Mythic cosmetics. Either way, it is clear Overwatch 2 has embraced the idea of weapon skins, so fans should expect to see more of them, regardless of what rarity tier they are.

Overwatch 2 is Blizzard's free-to-play team-based first-person shooter. The