This year’s BlizzCon is unlike any other. Theannual celebration of Blizzard games, which has moved to a virtual platform dubbed “BlizzConline” this year due to COVID-19 related concerns, marks the 30th anniversary of the company’s founding. In those 30 years, Blizzard Entertainment has been responsible for popular games including theWarcraftandStarCraftfranchise as well as the multiplayer first-person shooterOverwatch.
In honor of the major milestone, the Celebration Pack is now available to purchase via the Blizzard Store. Featuring three different tiers - Essentials, Heroic, and Epic - the pack includesHearthstonecard packs, new pets and mounts forDiablo 3andWorld of Warcraft,fiveOverwatchloot boxes, and much more. One offering that has particularly excited fans is a new legendary skin forOverwatchhero Reinhardt, included in the Heroic ($39.99 USD) and Epic ($59.99 USD) pack levels.
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Dubbed “Raynhardt,” the skin pays homage to legendaryStarCraftmarshal-turned-rebel Jim Raynor. It turns the tank hero’s traditional armor into a CMC Powered Combat Suit as seen in theStarCraftfranchise. The ex-Crusader’s usual massive hammer weapon is powered up with the addition of high-intensity jet engines and a bayonet. This is not the firstStarCraftskin to appear inOverwatch,with sniperWidowmaker getting a Sarah Kerrigan-inspiredlook in 2018.
But that’s not all. Fans were quick to notice a seemingly small detail which in fact differentiates “Raynhardt” from every other skin in the game. Something very special happens when the armored hero uses his shield in battle: his visor moves with him. When the shield isn’t active, Reinhardt’s visor is open, revealing that his Jim Raynor cosplay extends to his facial features. However, when the shield comes up, the visor snaps down, as “Raynhardt” protects his vulnerable face from attacks.
The detail was highlighted via a post by Reddit user Nine9s9_9 on theOverwatchsubreddit community.
This extra function has received praise from fans, as it shows the care and effort put into the special anniversary skin. No other Reinhardt cosmetic features such elaborate visor movement. While the small detail is difficult to notice amidst the chaos of a traditionalOverwatchbattlefield, it still represents a neat little bonus for fans ofReinhardt. As the character recently received buffs which further increase his power in combat, it’s likely this new skin will see alotof use.
The three tiers of the Celebration Pack will remain available for purchase in the Blizzard Store until July 29, 2025. Purchase is limited to one pack per Blizzard account. More anniversary-related announcements, possibly including additional newOverwatchswag, will likely be revealed during BlizzCon 2021, which kicks off on February 19 at 2PM PT / 5PM ET. There could even be some long-awaited news regardingthe upcomingOverwatch 2.
Overwatchis out now for PC, PS4, Switch, and Xbox One.
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