Overwatch 2’s collaboration event with the hugely popular One-Punch Man anime is now live. Marking the first IP crossover for Blizzard’s team-based shooter, the update ushers in a new set of skins and other anime-inspired cosmetic items. The event is set to last for a month until April 6, during which time players can complete in-game challenges to unlock rewards, including a free legendary status Mumen Rider Soldier: 76 Skin. Other skins will need to be purchased from the in-game store using Overwatch Coins.

The four headlining heroes of the Overwatch 2 x One-Punch Man collaboration have the same moves as usual, but appear as if they are cosplaying characters from the anime. “As huge anime and One-Punch Man fans, we are thrilled to bring this new collaboration to our players around the world. The Overwatch universe is an optimistic vision of Earth in the near future, so why wouldn’t Doomfist cosplay Saitama?” Blizzard Entertainment President Mike Ybarra said in a prepared statement. The glove-wielding Doomfist is the perfect choice to represent Saitama, who is known for his punches devastating power. Both characters are also bald.

For 2,500 Overwatch Coins, players can unlock the Doomfist-Saitama Pack, which includes the skin, a “Saitama Punch” intro, an exclusive calling card, the “Training Regiment” emote, and a “One Hundred Push-Ups” quote. …”. voice line. New healing ninja Kiriko is next on the list, modeled after Tatsumaki, the professional hero who masters tornadoes. His bundle costs 2,100 Overwatch Coins and simply includes a victory pose and calling card in addition to the skin. The cheapest bundle is Genos Genji, Saitama’s Cybernetic Disciple, which costs 1,900 Overwatch Coins and only grants a skin and calling card.

Another option is to purchase the One-Punch Man Mega Pack, which includes all of the aforementioned items for 4,400 units of in-game currency – 2,100 less than it would cost to buy them individually. Coins can be purchased directly from the in-game store, priced at $19.99 (about 1,637 rupees) for 2,000 units. Alternatively, they can be earned in smaller amounts by completing weekly challenges.

As previously mentioned, the fourth skin based on Mumen Rider’s appearance can be unlocked by completing exclusive challenges, such as one of six different rewards. Players have an entire month to rack up 24 kills regardless of which game mode they choose to play – Arcade, Competitive, or Casual modes – and eventually unlock the special skin for Soldier: 76. Here’s a breakdown of the rewards you’ll get at the end of each step:

• 4 games played — Saitama Handgun Charm
• 8 games played — Mumen Rider Name Card
• 12 games played — Cyclist of Justice Victory Pose for Soldier: 76
• 16 games played — Justice Crash Highlight Intro for Soldier: 76
• 20 games played — Boros Weapon Charm
• 24 games played — Legendary Mumen Rider-Soldier: 76 skins

At the moment, Overwatch 2 is also enjoying its Season 3 event. This introduced an Asian mythology theme and a new ice-based control map called the Antarctic Peninsula. The annual PachiMarchi event also returns on March 21, bringing a limited-time “Kill Confirmed” mode and a Roadhog skin with a Pachimari tattoo on its bump. Meanwhile, the One-Punch Man anime series is gearing up for its third season, announced last year, with a poster starring Saitama and Hero Hunter Garou.

The Overwatch 2 x One-Punch Man event is available now on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series S/X.