Blizzard’s hero shooter, Overwatch 2, teased an impending Cowboy Bebop crossover in its Season 9 trailer, which premiered on February 7. Alongside introducing new gameplay features such as a ranked reset, Jade weapon skins, and a fresh co-op mode, the trailer concluded with a scene from Route 66, zooming in on the diner’s jukebox.
The unexpected turn occurred when the trailer played an iconic anime theme, sparking speculation among fans about a potential anime crossover for Overwatch 2. Many believe that the crossover might involve Cowboy Bebop, adding an extra layer of excitement to the game’s already diverse collaborations.
Overwatch 2 Crossover Seems to be Getting Cowboy Bebop Skins
The jukebox featured in the trailer plays the song “Tank!” by Seatbelts, known as the opening theme for Cowboy Bebop. While there is no official confirmation yet, the intentional selection of this music gains significance, particularly as Route 66, linked to Cole Cassidy, shares thematic elements with the space western Cowboy Bebop.
Excitement rippled through social media as fans of both Overwatch and Cowboy Bebop engaged in speculation about potential crossover elements. Many enthusiasts anticipated that Cole Cassidy might be honored with a Spike skin. Drawing comparisons with past crossovers, such as Overwatch 2’s collaboration with One Punch Man, players initiated discussions about potential skins for other heroes.
Some users voiced their preference for Ashe to represent Faye, emphasizing the shared bond between Cassidy and Ashe akin to Spike and Faye. Meanwhile, discussions unfolded regarding whether D.va or Tracer would more aptly embody the character of Ed. Anticipation is poised to heighten as additional details about the eagerly anticipated Season 9 unfold in the coming days.
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