Overwatch 2’s highly anticipated new hero, Freja, is set to arrive in Season 16, but players will have an early chance to test her abilities before her official release. Blizzard Entertainment has scheduled a special Hero Trial for Freja, allowing players to get familiar with her unique playstyle. Alongside this opportunity, exciting lore drops, including a hero trailer and a motion comic, will also be, giving players a deeper understanding of Freja’s backstory. Let’s guide you through everything you need to know about Freja’s Hero Trial, the important lore drops, and when you can expect to experience them.
When Does the Overwatch 2 Freja Hero Trial Release?
The Freja Hero Trial in Overwatch 2 will take place from Friday, March 21, to Monday, March 24, 2025. Players will have a four-day window, including the weekend, to explore Freja’s gameplay and get hands-on experience with her abilities. This trial period gives fans the perfect opportunity to test Freja’s new mechanics and see how she fits into the dynamic Overwatch 2 before her official Season 16 release.
Alongside the Hero Trial, Overwatch 2’s official social media channels, including their X.com account, will drop additional lore materials to enrich the Freja experience. These include a detailed hero trailer and a fresh motion comic. These lore drops are designed to give players a deeper look into Freja’s character, motivations, and how she eventually joins the Overwatch roster.
Here’s a recap of the full Freja trial schedule:
- March 19: Freja Hero Trailer releases.
- March 20: Freja Motion Comic releases.
- March 21: Freja Gameplay Trailer releases.
- March 21-24: Freja Hero Trial is available.
Make sure to mark these dates on your calendar to ensure you don’t miss out on any of these exciting events.
Freja, Overwatch 2 (image via Getty)Who is Freja?
Freja is Overwatch 2’s newest hero, hailing from Denmark. As the 43rd hero in the game’s roster, Freja is a DPS (Damage Per Second) character, designed to engage in aggressive combat and excel in one-on-one duels. Known for her precision and agility, Freja wields a bow and arrow set, which is complemented by wind-themed movement abilities. This combination of ranged attacks and swift mobility makes her a formidable opponent in the heat of battle.
Freja’s abilities include:
- Revdraw Crossbow: A rapid-fire bow attack that shoots quick arrow projectiles at enemies.
- Take Aim: A high-speed explosive bolt that can deal significant damage to a target.
- Quick Dash: Freja can dash in any direction while simultaneously reloading the explosive bolt.
- Updraft: This ability allows Freja to launch herself vertically into the air, giving her an advantage in positioning.
- Bola Shot (Ultimate): Freja uses an explosive shot to wrap up enemies and pull them toward her, setting them up for a follow-up attack.
Freja, Overwatch 2 (image via Getty)Freja also boasts four unique Perks that add extra depth to her playstyle:
- Tracking Bolts (Minor Perk): After hitting an enemy with three consecutive bolts, they become visible for 4 seconds.
- Bounty Collection (Minor Perk): Freja gains an additional 2% Ultimate charge with every elimination.
- Ready to Hunt (Major Perk): After using Updraft, Freja can immediately use Quick Dash without any cooldown.
- Job’s Done (Major Perk): After eliminating five enemies, Freja permanently reduces the cooldown of Take Aim by 20%.
Freja will officially join the Overwatch 2 roster in April 2025 as part of Season 16. Her introduction promises to shake up the gameplay with her unique combination of ranged combat and movement-based abilities, making her a hero to watch in the upcoming season.
