How to Check Server Status in Overwatch 2

In multiplayer games, a downed server can lead to a ruined evening. As an Overwatch 2 player, monitoring server status is crucial if you’re having connection problems heading into matches.

Unfortunately, Blizzard doesn’t offer a dedicated server status page for Overwatch 2 on their website. However, there are several reliable methods to check the server status. Let’s go over all the major ways you can see if your Overwatch 2 problems are server related.

How to monitor Overwatch 2 server status

One of the fastest ways to check Overwatch 2’s server status is by visiting Blizzard’s official customer service Twitter account, @BlizzardCS. The customer support team frequently posts updates about server issues, maintenance schedules, and other pertinent information.

Also, Blizzard often provides in-game notifications regarding server status or maintenance. If you are experiencing issues, it’s a good idea to check for messages or alerts within the game client itself.

Third-party websites like Downdetector.com monitor various services, including Overwatch 2, for outages. By visiting the Overwatch 2 page on Downdetector, you can see a live outage map, a timeline of reported problems, and user comments.

Although Blizzard’s main site may not have a direct server status page, the official Blizzard forums can be a helpful resource. Players and moderators often discuss server issues, and you can find threads dedicated to ongoing problems and their resolutions. The Overwatch subreddit (r/Overwatch) is another key place to look. Players often post about server issues, and the community and moderators are quick to provide updates and solutions.

By utilizing these methods, you can stay informed about the server status of Overwatch 2 and minimize disruptions to your gameplay.

Overwatch 2 is available right now for free for Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. The Transformers collaboration event is only available for a limited time.