After hosting a One Punch Man crossover in 2023, Overwatch 2 is returning to the anime well by throwing a certain space western into the mix.
On March 12, the popular hero shooter will receive new cosmetics inspired by Cowboy Bebop. Notably, fans can expect the following matchups: Ashe as Faye Valentine, Cassidy as Spike Spiegel, Mauga as Jet Black, Sombra as Ed, and Wrecking Ball as Ein.
A newly released gameplay trailer has offered a closer look at all of the above. And, so far, both fandoms seem impressed by the upcoming content release.
Overwatch 2 fans say devs are “cooking” with Cowboy Bebop collab
Though the crossover’s initial collaboration trailer left some players feeling conflicted, a new look at the gameplay has apparently changed many minds.
Blizzard shared the gameplay trailer, showcasing each character in action with the new Cowboy Bebop-inspired skins equipped.
We’re cranking the nostalgia way up with Overwatch 2 x Cowboy Bebop 🤠💥Complete challenges and celebrate the legendary crew of the Bebop when your favorite bounty hunters arrive March 12 🚀 pic.twitter.com/X6JOgv9ehw
— Overwatch (@PlayOverwatch) March 11, 2024
Responses to the trailer are largely positive. For one, several comments feature “take my money” memes, particularly for the Ashe/Faye Valentine cosmetic. “Can’t get over how ACCURATE the Ashe skin is,” reads one reply with dozens of likes.
According to one quote tweet, “This Cowboy Bebop x Overwatch 2 collab is peak!”
“Y’all actually ate with this,” reads yet another comment in all caps.
However, some wish the designs were a bit more fine-tuned. One person said the Cassidy as Spike skin “looks kinda funky.”
Another conflicted Spike fan added, “This man is NOT my Spike Spiegel.”
While Ashe will likely be a fan-favorite purchase, it seems Spike lovers remain hesitant about the upcoming crossover.