Overwatch 2 is in full celebration mode! Not only has Season 15 kicked off with all the new seasonal content you’d expect, but it’s also the first to introduce game-changing features like Perks and Loot Boxes, with even more exciting additions planned for future seasons. To mark the occasion, Overwatch 2 has launched the Perked Up event, offering simple challenges for fantastic rewards - and this guide will show you how to get them.
Overwatch 2 Perked Up Event Duration Timeline
For those who don’t know, Perks have been introduced in Overwatch 2, granting your heroes two of four extra abilities as you play them in matches. To celebrate this new addition, Blizzard has kicked off the Perked Up event, running from February 18th to February 25th.
Season 15’s Patch Notes are here and they’re STACKED 💪
— Overwatch (@PlayOverwatch) February 18, 2025
💥 All 168 Hero Perks
💪 New Perked Up Event
🎁 Earn Loot Boxes Every Week
🏆 New Competitive Year Begins
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The developers describe it as a “season-long celebration” of the new Perks system and “everything that makes Overwatch 2 special.” So let's dive into everything offered on the rewards front next.
Overwatch 2 Perked Up Event Challenges and Rewards
The Perked Up event is completely free to participate in and requires nothing more than playing matches. As you rack up your game count, you’ll unlock various rewards from the event. Each milestone offers different goodies, from loot boxes to the coveted Legendary Rainy Day Mercy skin.
Here’s a breakdown of the rewards you can earn and the number of matches you’ll need to play to get them:
Challenge | Requirement | Reward |
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Loot Boxes Return – Limited Time Celebration! | Complete 5 games | 5 Loot Boxes |
Loot Boxes Return – Limited Time Celebration! | Complete 15 games | 5 Loot Boxes |
Rainy Days Set – Mercy Spray | Complete 3 games | Ducky Spray |
Rainy Days Set – Player Icon | Complete 6 games | Ducky Player Icon |
Rainy Days Set – Mercy Victory Pose | Complete 9 games | Rainy Day Mercy Victory Pose |
Rainy Days Set – Name Card | Complete 12 games | Duckling Crossing Name Card |
Rainy Days Set – Mercy Emote | Complete 15 games | Rainy Stroll Mercy Emote |
Rainy Days Set – Mercy Legendary Skin | Complete 18 games | Legendary Rainy Day Mercy Skin |
With that, you now have all the information you need to take full advantage of this free event and claim all the rewards before it ends. As Season 15 progresses, we’ll keep you updated on the latest news and events coming to Overwatch 2, so we’ll see you all in the next one!