Overwatch 2's new season 15 is almost here, and it's bringing big changes to just about every part of Blizzard's popular hero shooter here's all we knowTech00:00, 18 Feb 2025Season 15 is big, but it'll lead into even more impressive changes for Overwatch 2Overwatch fans have been crying out for a fresh update on the hero shooter in the wake of Marvel Rivals' success, and they may just get it with Overwatch 2 Season 15.The latest season, revealed at last week's Overwatch Spotlight event, will mark the debut of huge new game system.From new perks, to a first chance to play as Freya, a new Competitive weapon reward and the return (again) of classic 6v6, there's plenty to look forward to as Blizzard reaffirms its commitment to its shooter.Here's everything you need to know, and when you can play.The Season 15 update, which will include everything below, is expected to arrive at 6 PM GMT (that's 10 AM PST or 1 PM EST) on February 18.Content cannot be displayed without consentFreya is the newest addition to the Overwatch rosterLet's get the mixed news out of the way first. Yes, Overwatch 2 is getting new Heroes, but they won't start trickling out just yet.Freya is the next addition to the roster, but she isn't arriving until Season 16. Still, there will be a free weekend to try her out, with the bounty hunter a new character that Blizzard says has a very high skill ceiling.Perks will let players customise their playstyle mid-gameThe biggest shakeup since Overwatch went from 6v6 to the sequel's 5v5 (more on that shortly), Perks will let players change the way they play depending on how a match is going.At two points in a match, you'll be able to level up, essentially, adding a minor perk and then a major perk.These can affect abilities, or replace them with whole new ones, and there are a load of them to choose from and experiment with. In fact, we've got a rundown of all 42 below.That's a LOT of perksThere's a new weapon type to be earned through competitive play, with the skin dubbed 'Galactic'.Expect them to be particularly flashy for players that are good enough to earn them.6v6 is back, too, and this time it's focused on the GOATS meta. For those who don't know, the idea was to play three Tanks and three Support characters. It's actually pretty funny that it's seeing a resurgence here as, at the time, many fans hated it.Article continues belowContent cannot be displayed without consentAnother controversial thing that fans are actually pretty nostalgic for is the return of Loot Boxes. Fans have bemoaned playing Overwatch 2 and ending up with little to show for it without spending money in the store, and the return of the loot box mechanic means you've got an increased chance to get something good without dropping a dime.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.