Overwatch 2 Vendetta Hero Trial Release Time In Your Region 2025

Overwatch 2's 45th hero is almost here but you don't need to wait until the next full moon (or, more accurately, Season 20's release date) to play her. Thanks to Vendetta's hero trial, you can put her kit to the test almost two weeks early.

Vendetta, also known as La Lupa, is one of the most distinctive heroes we've seen in Overwatch, and that's primarily because she's the first true melee character. "But what about Doomfist or Brigitte?", I hear you say. While these two are technically melee, they're not really when you think about it. Vendetta is almost entirely a sword-slinging brawler with a primary attack that can combo, and that's what makes her different. So when can you play her?

Vendetta's hero trial begins on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at 11 am PT / 2 pm EST / 7 pm GMT to Monday, December 1, at the same times, which coincides with the usual update time for the game. With the shop reset yesterday, this update only includes Vendetta's playtest.

Once the trial wraps up, Vendetta will officially release in Season 20, which launches on Tuesday, December 9.

As mentioned, Vendetta is the first true melee character in Overwatch, and—don't shoot the messenger—she's a DPS hero. Here are all of Vendetta's abilities and passive effect:

Greatsword combo swings that end with a destructive overhead slash.

Block with your sword, reducing frontal damage and deflecting melee attacks. Blocking damage depletes energy.

Cleave through most defences, dealing severe damage to enemies in front of you.

Hurl your sword in the direction you're facing and then fly to it.

Only available while Warding Stance is active. Consume energy to fire a wide projectile.

Source: PC Gamer