Overwatch's general manager has ignited player hopes for an animated series after revealing that he 'would not rule out' other narrative experiences in the future
Overwatch's general manager has sparked excitement among fans by suggesting that an animated series could be a possibility in the future. Walter Kong acknowledged the strong demand for more narrative content related to the game, despite previous setbacks in development. The recent rebranding of Overwatch has led to new storytelling efforts, indicating a shift in focus towards the game's overarching narrative.
- ▪Walter Kong, Overwatch's general manager, stated he wouldn't rule out an animated series in the future.
- ▪Fans have long expressed a desire for an official animated TV series to consolidate the game's narrative.
- ▪Recent efforts have included new comics and cinematic trailers that prioritize the overarching story of Overwatch.
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Games FPS Overwatch Overwatch's general manager has ignited player hopes for an animated series after revealing that he 'would not rule out' other narrative experiences in the future News By Elie Gould published 29 May 2026 I've waited 10 years for this. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Blizzard) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Overwatch fans have been dreaming of an official animated TV series for as long as I can remember.
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