Summary
Overwatch 2has finally added a unique model to Bastion’s A-36 Tactical Grenade ability. Though the change was not mentioned in any patch notes, the loveable sentry’s alt fire officially has an actual model for the first time since the ability was added inOverwatch 2.
While manyOverwatchcharacters underwent changes to their kits when moving intoOverwatch 2, Bastion’s rework was one of the most drastic in the game. The iconic robot lost his Self-Repair, along with his Sentry and Tank configurations, replacing them with the Assault and Artillery configurations, plus theA-36 Tactical Grenade as his new alt-fire inOverwatch 2. However, unlike many other projectiles in the game, the A-36 Tactical Grenade lacked a unique model, instead using a textureless sphere surrounded by explosive VFX.
Now, it seems like Bastion’s Grenade has finally received an actual model. As ofOverwatch 2Season 14, the A-36 Tactical Grenade now appears as a metal cube with six glowing, bright yellow faces on it. This change was not documented inthe patch notes forOverwatch 2Season 14, but is nevertheless live in the game right now.
New A-36 Tactical Grenade Model for Bastion in Overwatch 2
Unfortunately, Bastion’s new model for the A-36 Tactical Grenade is currently the same for all of his skins, and it is not featured in the character’s skin preview like most other characters’ weapons, projectiles, and constructs. It remains to be seen if this will change in the future, similar to howOverwatch 2gave Orisa’s old Legendary skins unique Energy Javelinsin its mid-Season 13 content update.
Fan reception to Bastion’s new Tactical Grenade has been somewhat mixed. Some pointed out that making the projectile a cube was an odd choice, especially since it fires from a round barrel – though they admitted it made as much sense as his cannon changing between a minigun and a rocket launcher. Regardless, nearly everyone was glad to see the featureless ball used sinceOverwatch 2’s launch over two years ago finally replaced with something with actual textures.
Bastion players have more reasons to celebrate in Season 14. From now through December 20, fans who watch four hours ofOverwatch 2on Twitch can unlock the Legendary Fire Engine Bastion skin, along with the Ganymede spray, for free. As a Legendary skin, Fire Engine Bastion would theoretically be one of the first to get a unique Tactical Grenade model, so players who get this skin for free now might get to enjoy this change if it ever comes in the future.
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