Nexon’s New Overwatch Service: What Players Need to Know

Nexon has unveiled a website that explains how its upcoming partnership with Blizzard will transform the Korean PC experience for Overwatch players.

Key Takeaways

• Account Linking Required
  To play through Nexon, you must link a Battle.net account with a Nexon account.

• Seamless Transition
  All past match history and progress remain intact—no earned rewards are lost.

• Platform Flexibility
  Korean PC players must use Nexon, while the normal Battle.net app or Steam remain available for non‑Korean versions.

• Game Integrity
  Core mechanics stay unchanged; no new pay‑to‑win items or balance tweaks are planned.

• Roles Clarified
  Nexon will handle publishing, live service, and community support in Korea; Blizzard continues global development.

• Esports Commitment
  Existing esports calendar will stay the same, with region‑specific perks added over time.

• Cultural Collaborations
  Focus on Korean culture collaborations is underway, though not launching immediately.

• Internet Café Events
  Nexon is exploring special events for internet cafés to enhance the local gaming experience.

Next Steps

Detailed guides on account linking and a full launch schedule will be posted soon on the same site.