Overwatch free weekend scheduled for 18-21 Nov

Blizzard Entertainment are scheduling another free weekend for team-based shooter Overwatch, allowing newcomers to see first-hand what the fuss is all about. Open hunting season runs from 18-21 November for PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One, with no restrictions on the hero roster, map selection, or game modes.

All progress – including levels, loot boxes, and character customizations options – will be saved should testers decide on buying the game. Sadly, Blizzard aren’t running any promotions to entice users into taking the plunge, a tactic commonly seen with other games.

Starts: 18 November, 3AM SGT
Ends: 21 November, 2:59PM SGT

Here are the download instructions, taken from official post.

FOR WINDOWS PC:

Step 1: Download and install the Blizzard Battle.net desktop app, if you haven’t already, and launch it.

Step 2: Create a free Blizzard account, or log in with an existing account.

Step 3: Click the “Overwatch” icon, located on the left-hand side of the Blizzard desktop app.

Step 4: Select your region from the drop-down menu, then click “Install” to begin the installation process.

Step 5: Once installed, click “Play” to begin!

FOR PLAYSTATION 4:

Step 1: Turn on your PlayStation 4 and log in to your preferred local user.

Step 2: Go to PlayStation Store and select “Search” from the top menu.

Step 3: In the search field, type in “Overwatch.”

Step 4: Select “Overwatch Free Weekend” from the search results and then click “Download.”

Step 5: Once the download and installation process is complete, click “Start” to begin!

FOR XBOX ONE:

Step 1: Turn on your Xbox One and log in to your Xbox Live account.

Step 2: Go to the Xbox One Store, then select “Search.”

Step 3: In the search field, type in “Overwatch.”

Step 4: Select “Overwatch: Origins Edition” from the search results and then click “Free Trial.”

Step 5: Once the download and installation process is complete, click “Launch” to begin!

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Bear in mind a few additional notes:

• Singapore players fall under the ‘Americas’ region.
• There is no client pre-loading available.
• PlayStation Plus and Xbox Live subscriptions will be required.
• The PC and console versions have separate game balances.