Let’s see what new tank Junker Queen can do
Overwatch 2sees the start of its second closed beta test today, which runs until July 18th. You’ll need to wait for 7pm BST/11am PST to arrive before you can jump into the beta though. It’s also the first proper opportunity to play as the new tank Junker Queen, revealed at theXbox & Bethesda Games Showcaseearlier this month.
TheOverwatchdevelopment team shared some details of Junker Queen’s abilities onTwitterahead of this round of the beta. The tank wields a ‘scattergun’ pump action shotgun, as well as a jagged blade that can passively damage enemies over time by inflicting wounds or be thrown and dragged back. Ouch.
Junker Queen’s commanding shout ability increases health by 200 and also boosts nearby allies by 100, along with boosting movement speed by 30%. Her ultimate ability, Rampage, is a charge forward that wounds enemies, dealing damage over time and preventing healing. She also has the passive ‘adrenaline rush’ ability that heals all wound damage over time.
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The Overwatch 2 second closed beta runs from today through July 18th. Access is coming in waves, so keep checking your emails if you signed up.
