Overwatch 2, the much-anticipated “sequel” to Blizzard Entertainment’s hero shooter, launched as a free-to-play title with a very bumpy start. Both fans and newcomers reported a variety of connectivity issues; including login problems across platforms and a 1,999-players long queue, among others. Considering the situation, you might wonder if the problem is from yours or Blizzard’s side every time there’s a connection issue. Here’s how you can quickly check Overwatch 2‘s server status and whether or not the game’s server is currently down.

How to Check Overwatch 2 Server Status

There are a number of fixes going out today to address many of the issues players are experiencing with login and queues. These will take #Overwatch2 offline at the below times:

3PM PT, estimated 1 hrApproximately 6PM PT, estimated 3 hrs

Read more here: https://t.co/cHTYefw7zm

— Overwatch (@PlayOverwatch) October 6, 2022

Unlike some online games out there such as FIFA 23, Overwatch 2 does not have a dedicated page or website that displays its server status; whether it’s currently up and running, on maintenance, or if there’s an issue preventing players from getting in. Nevertheless, there are still official channels that you can infer to for server updates and details about server issues:

  • Overwatch 2 Twitter account
  • Overwatch 2 technical support forum
  • Blizzard Support Twitter account
  • Blizzard’s Overwatch 2 customer support page

Failing that, you can also look into the user-submitted Overwatch 2 server outage report at Downdetector.com. Popular online discussion websites or forums like the Overwatch Subreddit should also help you find out the game’s server availability and if other players are experiencing the same issue as yours.

How to Check Console Server Status

In case there is no player or official report mentioning Overwatch 2 server is currently down or on maintenance but you can’t connect to the game, you might want to try to go through individual gaming consoles’ online systems or server availability by going to these links below:

  • PlayStation Network
  • Xbox Live
  • Nintendo Online

Overwatch 2: How to Fix Lost Connection and Server Error

Overwatch 2 is available for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Battle.net.