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What is the max level in Overwatch 2?

The sky is the limit.

While the competition and the ranked ladder of Overwatch 2 keeps players coming back for more, there are many other factors that were designed to increase the replayability of the game. The progression system is one of them. Each level-up rewards players with cosmetic items that they can use for their heroes.

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Getting the cosmetic item that you want from leveling up is unlikely due to the higher number of skins and items in the game, but no one will ever say no to a free skin, especially if it’s for a hero that you regularly play.

Considering your level is key to unlocking more free cosmetics and content via the battle pass, you’ll naturally want to level up as much as possible throughout a season.

As of now, there isn’t a level cap in Overwatch 2’s progression system so as you play more matches, you’ll continue to level up, unlocking more rewards, portrait borders, and character portraits. There are soft caps, however, where the quality of rewards decrease. After level 80, you’ll only be able to unlock Prestige Titles until level 200.

After level 200, Overwatch 2 players will continue to earn XP and even level up, but there aren’t any rewards for doing so.

How to level up fast in Overwatch 2

With free cosmetics on the line, leveling up fast will become the prime objective of many Overwatch 2 players. Getting rewarded for your time in the game is one of the best feelings in the world and it’ll feel even better when you optimize your time.

If you’re looking to level in the most efficient way possible, there will be a couple of aspects you’ll need to watch out for. Playing with friends, for example, is one of the best ways to increase your XP gain.

Completing weekly and daily challenges is also another prime way of farming XP in Overwatch 2 and doing them with friends can allow you to finish them faster.

Players who’d like the minimize the time spent while leveling up can consider purchasing the Premium Battle Pass and even some tiers to unlock their desired cosmetics as fast as possible.


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Gökhan Çakır
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Gökhan is a Staff Writer and Fortnite Lead at Dot Esports. Gökhan graduated as an industrial engineer in 2020 and has since been with Dot Esports. As a natural-born gamer, he honed his skills to a professional level in Dota 2. Upon giving up on the Aegis of Champions in 2019, Gökhan started his writing career, covering all things gaming, while his heart remains a lifetime defender of the Ancients.