Summary:
- Blizzard’s Overwatch 2 is crossing over with one of the most popular JRPGs from ATLUS, Persona 5.
- The collaboration teaser has confirmed the inclusion of Persona 5’s main protagonist, Joker, most likely as a character skin.
- Alongside skins, other in-game cosmetics and themed rewards are also expected to be released as part of this surprising crossover.
Blizzard has announced a big crossover for Season 18 of Overwatch 2 with the hit JRPG Persona 5. The event will add new skins and cosmetics based on the Phantom Thieves, giving fans of both games something to enjoy. Not all details are confirmed yet, but here’s what we know about the Overwatch 2 Persona 5 crossover so far.
Overwatch 2 Persona 5 Crossover Expected Date
Season 18 of Overwatch 2 begins on August 26, 2025, but the Persona 5 crossover won’t launch right away. Based on past events like the Cowboy Bebop crossover, Blizzard usually waits a couple of weeks before starting these special collaborations. That means the Persona event will likely kick off sometime in September or early October 2025.
This delay is most likely intentional. Blizzard uses these rollouts to keep players excited and engaged over the entire season, instead of dropping all the content at once.
Joker Confirmed as the First Skin
The official trailer for Season 18 gave fans a clear tease of what’s coming. It ended with red and black patterns filling the screen, followed by a familiar figure adjusting his gloves. Finally, the iconic white mask of Joker, the main protagonist of Persona 5, appeared.
This moment confirmed Joker as the first crossover skin. While Blizzard hasn’t said which Overwatch hero will get the skin, many fans believe it will go to Cassidy, since his revolver-focused gameplay matches Joker’s style.
Will Other Phantom Thieves Join?
Right now, Joker is the only confirmed character. But it’s very likely that more Phantom Thieves will be added. In previous crossovers like One-Punch Man, Blizzard released four or more skins, and some collaborations included even more.
In fact, previous Overwatch 2 crossovers have often included between four and eight skins, so players can likely expect more than just Joker. Skins for heroes like Tracer, Sombra, or Genji could fit characters such as Makoto, Futaba, or Yusuke. Blizzard hasn’t confirmed these, but the community is already buzzing with guesses.
How to Unlock Persona 5 Skins and Rewards
Blizzard hasn’t actually shared exact details yet, but past crossovers give us a good idea of what to expect. Usually, these events work in two ways:
- In-Game Shop Purchases – Premium skins like Joker will most likely be available for direct purchase.
- Event Challenges – At least one skin might be unlocked by completing limited-time objectives, making it free for players willing to put in the time.
Other Rewards We Might See
The Overwatch 2 Persona 5 event will almost certainly include more than just skins. Based on earlier collaborations, we may also see:
- Weapon Charms – small items inspired by Persona’s themes.
- Sprays and Player Icons – showing Phantom Thieves logos and art.
- Highlight Intros or Emotes – possibly featuring music or moves from Persona 5, like Joker’s stylish victory poses.
Music from the game—like the famous battle theme “Last Surprise”—might even find its way into highlight intros or emotes, though Blizzard has yet to confirm this. And since Persona 5 is known for its stylish menus and dramatic flair, it wouldn’t be surprising if Blizzard adds some inspired UI elements or animations.
Conclusion
Blizzard is bringing two worlds together through this Overwatch 2 Persona 5 collaboration. Just shortly after the Season 18 launch on August 26, we may finally be able to see and experience just what this crossover has in store. Joker is already confirmed, and more Phantom Thieves are likely to join him in the coming weeks. Players can expect premium skins, possible challenge rewards, and plenty of stylish cosmetics to collect.
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