When news of Overwatch 2's shuttered pro scene came to light in November 2023, dedicated viewers of the esport were surprised and disappointed. Fortunately, despite confirming the Overwatch League's demise, Blizzard was able to simultaneously assure fans that a "revitalized" program was in the works. After months of uncertainty, an exciting new esports program was finally unveiled, dubbed the Overwatch Championships Series (OWCS).