Nexon and Blizzard Sign New Deal: Overwatch Mobile Still in Play

Overwatch Mobile could still be on the horizon, as Nexon has recently inked a new deal with Blizzard. While the primary focus of this agreement is on securing the publishing and development rights for a new installment in the iconic StarCraft real-time strategy (RTS) franchise, there's more to the story. The competition for these rights was intense, with other notable companies like Krafton and Netmarble also in the running. If confirmed, Nexon will take the helm in steering future entries in the StarCraft series.

What's particularly intriguing, however, are the reports suggesting that the bidding also encompassed publishing rights for Overwatch on mobile. This development hints that the mobile version of Overwatch, previously thought to be shelved according to Jason Schreier's book on Blizzard, might still be in the works. Moreover, it's speculated that this could be an official sequel, potentially in the form of a Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA).

Nerf thisThis isn't the first time Overwatch has ventured into the MOBA genre; fans might recall Blizzard's earlier push with Heroes of the Storm. It's possible that the proposed Overwatch MOBA could be a mobile version of Heroes of the Storm. Alternatively, it could be an entirely new spin-off. However, the notion of this being an 'Overwatch 3' can be safely dismissed, as it would represent a significant shift for a franchise traditionally focused on console and PC platforms.

Embracing the MOBA genre could be a strategic move for Overwatch, especially with new competitors like Marvel Rivals emerging. This could be the drastic action needed to revitalize and push the franchise forward, ensuring it remains relevant and competitive in the ever-evolving gaming landscape.