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Overwatch Meets YOASOBI: A New Song, Skins and Tokyo Adventure

Tokyo, JapanThursday, May 28, 2026

Blizzard has teamed up with the popular Japanese music duo YOASOBI to bring a fresh experience into Overwatch. The partnership was announced during a Tokyo event on the 28th, sparking excitement among fans of both gaming and J‑pop. The collaboration will start on July 1 inside the game, letting players listen to YOASOBI’s emotive music while playing.

What Players Can Expect

  • Cosmetic Items
  • New skins for heroes such as Genji, Kiriko and Hanzo.
  • Skins reflect the musical theme of the partnership, adding a splash of color to familiar characters.
  • Short Story
  • A narrative following Genji as he visits Tokyo.
  • The tale recalls memories with his brother Hanzo and teammate Kiriko, tying into the new song.
  • Available in-game during the event window.

  • Special Album Release
  • YOASOBI’s final album in “THE BOOK” series drops on June 26 (PST).
  • Includes the track “Orion,” directly inspired by the Genji short story.
  • Fans can enjoy this song whether they play Overwatch or just listen to music.

Blizzard will release more details and images through the official press center as the event approaches, keeping players in the loop about new content and rewards.

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