This update is part of Overwatch 2's Rapid Balance Update technology, which allows for quick adjustments between major updates.

Notably, Mercy's Guardian Angel now features increased speed and range during her Valkyrie ultimate, and her Resurrect cast time has been made instantaneous.

However, despite these buffs, Mercy's 'Superjump' maneuver remains unavailable due to a bug carried over from the original Overwatch.

This era of Mercy's dominance is often referred to as the 'Moth Meta', highlighting her powerful abilities during that time.

Overwatch: Classic mode, which features gameplay reminiscent of September 2017, returned on February 4, 2025, and includes heroes like Ana, Sombra, and Doomfist.

Players can anticipate further hotfixes, including one aimed at Doomfist, before the conclusion of Overwatch: Classic on February 18, 2025.

Looking ahead, an Overwatch 2 Spotlight event is scheduled for February 12, 2025, which will unveil new heroes, maps, and changes to PvP later in the year.

On February 6, 2025, a hotfix was released for Overwatch 2, enhancing Mercy's abilities in Overwatch: Classic, specifically boosting her Guardian Angel and Resurrect.

The goal of this hotfix is to restore Mercy's abilities to their balance as seen in 2017, rather than introducing new powers.