Overwatch Season 5: A Grim Doctrine is now live, introducing a sinister new Support Hero, the first new Escort map since Overwatch 2 launched, a Halloween event, and changes for Sombra and Roadhog. The season launched in-game on October 6 at 11am PT and kicks off the final chapter of Reign of Talon.
Meet Doctrine, the New Support Hero
Doctrine is the newest Support Hero in Overwatch. Freed from his volcanic prison by Doomfist, he manipulates life using his Eternal Scepter and mechanical drones. His signature Infuse empowers each of his abilities.
Watchpoint: Grímsvötn, the First New Escort Map Since Overwatch 2 Launched
Players can now break into Watchpoint: Grímsvötn, the Icelandic prison that once held both Doctrine and Doomfist. Teams battle through fire and ice as the final chapter of Reign of Talon starts here. It is the first new Escort map since Overwatch 2 launched.
Mystery Madness: Graveyard Games Halloween Event
The Halloween mayhem continues with Mystery Madness: Graveyard Games, the newest event. You start as a random Hero and unlock random new powers each time you die. Complete chilling challenges to collect Offerings and help summon the next Hero into the madness.
Sombra Moves to Support, Roadhog Gets Reworked
Sombra is moving into the Support role, while Roadhog gets a revamped Scrap Gun and a new ability called Trash Compactor.
New Cosmetics, Battle Pass and Dokiwatch 2.0
Season 5 cosmetics are available through the Season 5 Ultimate Battle Pass, the Starter Pack, and the Shop. They include Dokiwatch 2.0, the latest collaboration, plus a new Mythic skin for Wuyang and a Mythic weapon skin for Lúcio.
What Else Is Coming This Season
Later in the season, look out for Drives coming to Quick Play and Unvaulted Battle Passes. No specific dates have been given.