Overwatch 2 April 30 Balance Patch Revealed - Orisa Nerfed

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01 May 2024 08:50
Blizzard revealed the April 30 patch notes for Overwatch 2. The new patch primarily focused on Orisa since the hero was considered overpowered for a long time. With the new update, Orisa got significant nerfs. The biggest nerf in her Fortify ability which both the duration and the mobility were decreased.
Additionally, her Javelin Spin cooldown is being extended from seven to nine seconds, further impacting her overall effectiveness in combat.
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Meanwhile, another hero Venture is experiencing a widespread reduction in damage output, with both SMART Excavator and Drill Dash dealing decreased DPS. Additionally, Tectonic Shock ultimate is facing a 10% increase in cost, adding another layer of challenge to their gameplay.
You can view the full patch notes below.
ORISA
Fortify
- Duration reduced from 4.5 to 3.5 seconds.
- Orisa now moves 20% slower while fortified.
Javelin Spin
- Cooldown increased from 7 to 9 seconds.
VENTURE
SMART Excavator
- Maximum explosion damage decreased from 45 to 40.
Drill Dash
- Initial impact damage decreased from 40 to 30.
Tectonic Shock
- Ultimate charge cost increased by 10%.
BUG FIXES
Names will no longer be revealed when blocking someone with Streamer Mode enabled. Fixed a bug that allowed non-leader players to select the Requeue button. Fixed a lighting issue that caused several sprays to look oversaturated.
MAPS
Hanamura
We have fixed an issue with the lighting on Hanamura (Assault). This map is now available to play in the Assault Arcade mode and in Custom Games.
HEROES
D.Va
Fixed a bug that caused some pings from D.Va to enter several 0's into the chat. Venture
Fixed an issue with Drill Dash that could occur when interacting with Doomfist's Rocket Punch or Orisa's Energy Javelin, sending Venture flying back at a great speed.
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01 May 2024 08:50
Blizzard revealed the April 30 patch notes for Overwatch 2. The new patch primarily focused on Orisa since the hero was considered overpowered for a long time. With the new update, Orisa got significant nerfs. The biggest nerf in her Fortify ability which both the duration and the mobility were decreased.
Additionally, her Javelin Spin cooldown is being extended from seven to nine seconds, further impacting her overall effectiveness in combat.
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Meanwhile, another hero Venture is experiencing a widespread reduction in damage output, with both SMART Excavator and Drill Dash dealing decreased DPS. Additionally, Tectonic Shock ultimate is facing a 10% increase in cost, adding another layer of challenge to their gameplay.
You can view the full patch notes below.
ORISA
Fortify
- Duration reduced from 4.5 to 3.5 seconds.
- Orisa now moves 20% slower while fortified.
Javelin Spin
- Cooldown increased from 7 to 9 seconds.
VENTURE
SMART Excavator
- Maximum explosion damage decreased from 45 to 40.
Drill Dash
- Initial impact damage decreased from 40 to 30.
Tectonic Shock
- Ultimate charge cost increased by 10%.
BUG FIXES
Names will no longer be revealed when blocking someone with Streamer Mode enabled. Fixed a bug that allowed non-leader players to select the Requeue button. Fixed a lighting issue that caused several sprays to look oversaturated.
MAPS
Hanamura
We have fixed an issue with the lighting on Hanamura (Assault). This map is now available to play in the Assault Arcade mode and in Custom Games.
HEROES
D.Va
Fixed a bug that caused some pings from D.Va to enter several 0's into the chat. Venture
Fixed an issue with Drill Dash that could occur when interacting with Doomfist's Rocket Punch or Orisa's Energy Javelin, sending Venture flying back at a great speed.


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