Howdy, Overwatch Fans!
Remember the classic cowboy hero, Jesse McCree? Well, that spry gunslinger’s last name has been swapped out – he’s now officially Cole Cassidy. Below we break down the sheriff‑in‑training saga and what it means for you.
Why the Name Change?
- Blizzard’s Decision – After the company fired a key designer who shared the McCree moniker, they decided it was time for a fresh identity.
- Message for the Game – “We need a name that better reflects what Overwatch stands for,” Blizzard stated back in August.
- No New Content Yet – Because a lot of upcoming patches spotlight Cole, the devs have hit pause on fresh updates. A release date? Still pending.
Backstory: A New Frontier for Cole
- The long‑stacked cowboy is now rolling out of a shadowy past and adopting a new moniker.
- His earlier buddies – Ashe and Bob – have also turned into playable heroes. And let’s not forget Echo; she’s been let loose too!
- The future looks bright: more content could emerge as Blizzard fine‑tunes Cole’s backstory.
What Happens Inside the Game?
- On October 26th, the Change takes effect across all servers.
- Some of Cole’s dialogue will change—think of it as a voice actor doing a name swap.
- Players can also tweak their BattleTag names to match the new hero vibe.
Takeaway
If you’ve been stalking the ultraviolet-sharp reels of McCree’s action over the years, grab a coffee, get comfy, and dive back in. Cole’s on the battlefield. His legend’s still brewing, and it’s only going to get hotter.
