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Overwatch NEWS UPDATE: Microsoft responds to Blizzard’s warning, as Doomfist HYPE begins

Overwatch NEWS UPDATE: Microsoft responds to Blizzard’s warning, as Doomfist HYPE begins
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Overwatch NEWS UPDATE: Microsoft responds to Blizzard's warning, as Doomfist HYPE begins

OVERWATCH players are "gaining an advantage" by using these unsupported tools, says Microsoft.

By
Liam Martin


PUBLISHED:
12:40, Wed, Feb 8, 2017


| UPDATED: 12:42, Wed, Feb 8, 2017

Overwatch characters on PS4, Xbox OneBLIZZARD

Overwatch players are gaining an advantage by using a mouse and keyboard on PS4 and Xbox One

UPDATE: Overwatch fans on Reddit have discovered new evidence that points towards an imminent Doomfist release date.

In the Numbani map, fans discovered 136 new models, as well as a 3D model in which the glass around Doomfist's case is smashed.

This suggests that Doomfist is inbound, or at least that Blizzard is getting ready to build the hype for the next major Overwatch character.

ORIGINAL: Overwatch developer Blizzard recently issued a warning to PS4 and Xbox One players, telling them that it doesn't approve of the use of a mouse and keyboard on consoles.

Microsoft has responded to the Blizzard comments, admitting that in some cases, the use of a mouse and keyboard does provide an advantage.

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That's according to Xbox boss Phil Spencer, who also said that he's a fan of giving studios the tools to do what's best for their games.

"Clearly in some cases M&K is an advantage," he said. "I'm a fan of giving the tools to studios and they'll do what's best for their games."

It's unclear what the second half of the statement means, but it looks like bad news for Overwatch players who use unsupported peripherals.

Using a mouse in first-person shooter games makes aiming much faster and more precise, especially when compared to a controller.


Unfortunately, however, these peripherals aren't officially supported on PS4 and Xbox One, so users gain an unfair advantage.

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While Blizzard hasn't gone as far as to threaten bans for players who use mouse and keyboards on consoles, director Jeff Kaplan has said that the company doesn't approve.

"The Overwatch team objects to the use of mouse and keyboard on console," reads a recent blog post.

"We have contacted both first-party console manufacturers and expressed our concern about the use of mouse and keyboard and input conversion devices.

"We have lobbied and will continue to lobby for first-party console manufacturers to either: Disallow mouse and keyboard and input conversion devices OR Openly and easily support mouse and keyboard for ALL players.

"I encourage you to reach out to the hardware manufacturers and express your concerns (but please do so in a productive and respectful way)."

Overwatch players are currently enjoying the Year of the Rooster event, which runs until February 13 on PS4, Xbox One and PC.

The biggest draw of the event is the Capture the Rooster mode, which sees teams face off on Lijiang Tower, where players attempt to secure the enemy flag.

"In this fast-paced brawl, players will need to get creative with their team compositions as they attempt to construct a lineup that’s built for offensive speed and defensive stability," reads a Blizzard post.

Lucky Lunar Loot Boxes replace the normal kind, and are packed with new skins like Palanquin D.Va and Wukong Winston.

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