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YOASOBI Joins Overwatch for All-New Music & Gameplay Collaboration

From June 30 through July 20, Overwatch welcomes acclaimed J-pop duo YOASOBI for a special in-game collaboration that blends music, storytelling, and stunning new cosmetics into an unforgettable event.

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From June 30 through July 20, Overwatch welcomes acclaimed J-pop duo YOASOBI for a special in-game collaboration that blends music, storytelling, and stunning new cosmetics into an unforgettable event.

Inspired by themes of memory, growth, and enduring connections, the Overwatch x YOASOBI collaboration invites players to experience an original narrative brought to life through YOASOBI’s signature musical storytelling. Featuring exclusive Legendary Hero skins, a brand-new animated music video, an original song based on a newly written short story, collectible cosmetics, and themed map updates, the event celebrates the emotional bonds that continue to shape Overwatch’s Heroes.

Six Heroes Receive Stunning New Legendary Skins

The collaboration introduces six all-new Legendary Hero skins, each infused with YOASOBI’s distinctive artistic style. Neon colour palettes, hard-light visual effects, and bold kanji-inspired motifs transform fan-favourite Heroes into dazzling new interpretations that celebrate their individual journeys. Each skin features enhanced ambient visual effects, while select dance emotes include official music and choreography created specifically for the collaboration.

Dragon Star Hanzo

Wrapped in luminous hard-light accents and striking kanji-inspired details, Hanzo carries the weight of his past while looking toward the future.

Dragon Star Genji

Genji‘s vibrant new appearance celebrates his journey of growth with custom visual effects and bold stylization that reflect the Hero he has become.

Fox Star Kiriko

Bright, fearless, and full of heart, Kiriko takes center stage in a design inspired by the connections that continue to guide us, no matter how far apart we may drift.

YOASOBI x Overwatch Animated Characters

YOASOBI x Overwatch Animated Characters

Spirit Star Mizuki

Confident and expressive, Mizuki‘s premium skin shines with dynamic lighting, hard-light effects, and enough personality to turn every battlefield into a stage.

Space Star Juno

With endless optimism and her eyes fixed on the stars, Juno’s dazzling new look embodies hope, wonder, and the promise of a brighter future.

Fire Star Anran

Calm, confident, and effortlessly stylish, Anran‘s premium design combines striking visual effects with elegant kanji-inspired artistry to leave a lasting impression.

A Story About Bonds That Endure

At the heart of the collaboration is an emotional new story centered on Kiriko, Genji, and Hanzo, exploring the enduring relationships within the Shimada family.

Told from Kiriko’s perspective, the collaboration follows a journey through distance, loss, reconciliation, and the passage of time. As players experience YOASOBI’s original song—created from a newly written short story—they’ll discover a narrative about growing apart, holding onto cherished memories, and finding the strength to reconnect after years of conflict.

This story unfolds through a fully animated music video, themed in-game content, collectible rewards, and immersive map updates that bring the collaboration to life.

Available for a Limited Time

The Overwatch x YOASOBI collaboration event runs from June 30 through July 20. Players can unlock exclusive cosmetics, experience an all-new musical story, and celebrate one of Overwatch’s most emotional collaborations yet before the event concludes.

Angel Polito is a multifaceted producer and the powerhouse creator behind K-ALL, the premier podcast for K-Pop news and deep-dives. What began as a college project evolved into a network-acquired show through Angel’s expertise in end-to-end audio engineering and executive production. Leveraging a sophisticated understanding of digital media and high-fidelity storytelling, she has cultivated a massive global footprint—amassing over 84k subscribers and 93.8 million views on her primary production platform, Angel Dawn Reacts.

 

As a dynamic photojournalist and visual storyteller, Angel specializes in capturing the electrifying synergy of live music. Her technical prowess in photography and post-production has brought the performances of icons like Wendy (Red Velvet), 1VERSE, and Big Ocean to life, with her work featured in outlets such as Genius Korea, Blender Magazine Paris, and V13 Media. Beyond the lens, she serves as a lead creative producer for exclusive media sessions, directing and editing high-impact interviews with global trailblazers including EL CAPITXN, One Pact, and Visionary Filmmaker Park Jun-soo.

 

Her strategic approach to digital marketing and audience growth led to her selection as a K-Creator for the Korean Cultural Center New York (KCCNY) and KOCCA. In these roles, she engineers multi-media campaigns that bridge the gap between Korean culture and global fandoms through content creation and podcast production.

 

Driven by the belief that music is a universal language of hope, Angel is currently expanding her sonic portfolio into toplining and vocal production. By merging her technical background in audio production with her innate gift for melody, she is dedicated to crafting the next generation of global pop anthems—both behind the board and behind the mic.

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