After six years of uncertainty and instability, Blizzard has officially announced that it will be taking a new direction and closing this chapter of the Overwatch League (OWL). The company plans to build a new model for the future of competitive Overwatch.
An OWL spokesperson confirmed today that Blizzard is transitioning away from the current iteration of the league and will be evolving competitive Overwatch in a different direction. The spokesperson expressed gratitude to everyone who contributed to the success of OWL and emphasized their focus on revitalizing the esports program. More details about the new direction will be shared soon.
This announcement follows the recent departure of Toronto Defiant, one of the franchised teams, from the OWL. They join the Chengdu Hunters as the second organization to leave the league this year.
| Date | Event | Score |
|---|---|---|
| November 8, 2023 | OWL Transition Announcement | N/A |
| May 2023 | Chengdu Hunters Departure | N/A |
| N/A | Toronto Defiant Departure | N/A |
Source: DOTESPORTS
