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Overwatch 2: How to Fix Queue Time by Switching Regions

Do you want to know how to fix Overwatch 2 queue time? You’re not alone. Many players have complained about the long queue times in…

Asanga WijeratneBy Asanga WijeratneOctober 7, 20223 Mins Read
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Do you want to know how to fix Overwatch 2 queue time? You’re not alone. Many players have complained about the long queue times in the game, and it’s become a real problem. Overwatch 2 is just released, and it is a bumpy start for the game facing many login issues and other game errors. The game had a DDoS attack on the launching day, one of the significant problems Blizzard is trying to fix as soon as possible. However,ย  there are other things players can do to try to improve their queue times. This guide will show you how to switch regions in Overwatch 2 and, hopefully, fix your queue time issue.

What is Queue Time in Overwatch 2?

Queue time is when you must wait in line before you can start playing the game. This can be a real issue for many players, especially if they’re trying to play in a popular region. Many factors can contribute to long queue times, but the most common is the number of players trying to play in a particular region.

Why Might Switching Regions Help?

Queue Time in Overwatch 2

The reason why switching regions might help is that there are different populations in each area. For example, the US has many more players than Europe, so that the queue times will be much longer in the US. However, if you switch to Europe, you might find that the queue times are much shorter. This is because fewer players are trying to play in that region.

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How to Fix Queue Time by Switching Regions in Overwatch 2?

You can easily switch between regions from the Overwatch 2 menu. Here is how to do it.

  1. Login to your Blizzard account from your PC and launch Overwatch 2. ( You can switch Regions in Overwatch 2 only from the PC)
  2. Click on the “Globe” Icon next to the Game Version drop-down menu.
  3. Select the region you want to select. ( We recommend you choose the Asia region asย  it has the lowest population )
  4. Once you’ve selected the region, click the “Play” button to see if your queue time has improved.

We hope this guide was helpful and that you were able to fix your queue time issue by switching regions. If you have any other questions, feel free to ask us in the comments below.

Overwatch 2ย is now available for PC, PS4,ย PS5, Xbox One,ย Xbox Series X|S, andย Nintendo Switch.

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