Overwatch's October season preview points to Sombra and Roadhog reworks

Blizzard has outlined changes to two long-standing heroes ahead of the next season; final live balance still needs checking.

Overwatch players have two familiar heroes to watch ahead of Season 5 on October 6 . Blizzard's season preview identifies planned changes for Sombra and Roadhog . The most consequential announced shift is Sombra moving from Damage into the Support role. It is an advance look rather than a set of final live patch notes.

The practical distinction is timing. A preview can tell players which heroes may feel different, but it cannot settle final cooldowns, damage values or competitive effects before the build reaches the live game. Anyone planning around a main hero should compare the eventual patch notes with this announcement when the

season begins. We are covering the two reworks together because they belong to the same upcoming update. The official post remains the authority for what Blizzard has announced; play experience and final balance will need a follow-up after release. Headline image: official Overwatch promotional art from Blizzard

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