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Not So Massively: Overwatch 2’s stadium mode is a huge accessibility win
- Overwatch 2's stadium mode introduces accessibility features like a third person camera and power customization, appealing to a wider audience.
- Stadium mode has two teams of five in a best of seven match with no hero swapping but unlockable powers and customizable abilities.
- The addition of the third person camera in Stadium mode significantly increases accessibility and control for players who may struggle with first person cameras.
- Players can customize characters with powers like the 'Coulder' for Mei and auto-aiming ultimate for Soldier: 76, reducing the need for precise aiming.
- Stadium mode has faced criticism for long match times and waiting periods between rounds, leading to the call for balancing and tweaks.
- The availability of Stadium mode only for ranked play has been questioned, with suggestions for a casual play option.
- A major issue in Stadium mode is the lack of back-filling for players who leave or disconnect, impacting match balance and enjoyment.
- While requiring fine-tuning, Stadium mode shows promise in making Overwatch more accessible and enjoyable for a broader range of players.
- The new mode may attract players who previously found traditional Overwatch gameplay too challenging to engage with.
- Stadium mode offers a different experience, creating a divide in the Overwatch community between those who love or dislike the mode.
- Despite being more of a back-burner game for some, Stadium mode has the potential to open up Overwatch to a wider audience.
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