Blizzard Entertainment has officially lifted the curtain on Overwatch 2 Season 19, titled “Haunted Masquerade”, bringing a wave of chilling new content to celebrate Halloween. Launching on October 14, the new season introduces a reworked Battle Pass, an entirely new game mode, multiple Mythic and Legendary skins, updates to the Stadium mode, and even a tease for the next playable hero.
With the success of previous Halloween Terror events, Blizzard is raising the stakes this year by combining traditional spooky fun with fresh mechanics and lore-based twists that give players more reason to jump back into Future Earth.
🕸️ Haunted Masquerade: The New Halloween Experience
At the heart of Season 19 lies Haunted Masquerade, a brand-new Halloween Terror event that will run from October 14 to November 3. This limited-time mode introduces an intriguing twist — players can wear masks of other Overwatch heroes, temporarily gaining their powers and abilities.
What makes this unique is that pairing lore-connected characters—like Reinhardt and Brigitte—can unlock special synergies that enhance both characters’ abilities and provide deeper insight into their backstories. These dynamic pairings add a layer of strategy and storytelling to the usual fast-paced Overwatch gameplay.
Haunted Masquerade will join classic Halloween events such as Junkenstein’s Revenge and Wrath of the Bride, but promises a fresh spin on seasonal chaos.
🎭 Spooky New Battle Pass Skins
Every Overwatch season brings a batch of new cosmetics, and Season 19’s Battle Pass might be one of the most creative yet. This Halloween, players can earn and unlock a terrifyingly fun lineup of skins, including:
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🧛 Vampire Moira
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🥷 Ninja Sombra
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🐙 Mermonster Wuyang
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👁️ One-Eyed Wilhelm Reinhardt
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🌲 Cursed Woods Echo
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🧸 Cursed Teddy Zenyatta
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🕯️ Cursed Candle Torbjörn
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💀 Oni Cassidy
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🌕 Vampire Kiriko (Ultimate Battle Pass)
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🤖 R-7K Preserver Ramattra (Ultimate Battle Pass)
For collectors, two Mythic-tier skins headline the season: Divine Druid Lifeweaver and Spirit Keeper Kiriko, available through the Mythic shop. Midway through Season 19, fans can also expect the arrival of Cyber Fuel Junkrat, another Mythic skin already generating hype among the community.
🏟️ Stadium Mode Gets Upgrades and New Features
Beyond cosmetics, Stadium mode is also receiving some major improvements this season.
Three new heroes — Torbjörn, Hazard, and Sojourn — will now be playable in Stadium, expanding the roster for competitive play.
Blizzard is also enhancing the Armory interface, introducing build filters, search tools, and item sub-tabs for easier customization. A new Combat Text feature provides real-time feedback on damage and healing stats, making it easier for players to analyze their performance mid-fight.
Additionally, a new feature called Gadgets is being added. These are consumable tools that can be used strategically during battles, adding another layer of depth and tactical decision-making to the mode.
👻 The Return of Halloween Terror and Fan-Favorite Events
Alongside Haunted Masquerade, the beloved Halloween Terror event returns once again, featuring returning modes, eerie challenges, and exclusive cosmetics. Seasonal rewards and shop bundles will roll out starting October 14, with rotating offerings of Archangel and Folklore-themed skins for heroes like Mercy, Genji, Pharah, Ashe, Reaper, and Roadhog throughout the event period.
⚔️ New Hero Teased: “Wolf of Retribution”
At the end of the official trailer for Season 19, Blizzard dropped a brief but exciting teaser for the next Overwatch 2 hero. The short clip hints at a melee-oriented fighter known as the “Wolf of Retribution.”
While details are scarce, leaks and fan theories suggest she may have ties to the Talon organization or the Retribution mission loreline. A trial version of the character is expected to appear during the mid-season update, giving players a chance to test her abilities before her official debut in Season 20.
🧩 Blizzard’s Ongoing Commitment to Seasonal Evolution
Blizzard’s steady pace of updates shows that Overwatch 2 continues to evolve, with each season expanding on what came before. From creative game modes to lore-driven cosmetics and hero teases, Season 19 stands as one of the most ambitious yet.
The mix of Halloween flair, mythic cosmetics, and gameplay refinement ensures that players will have plenty to enjoy from October 14 through November 3 — whether they’re diving into Haunted Masquerade or preparing to face the Wolf of Retribution.
