Jetpack Cat is scheduled to release on February 10 as part of Overwatch Season 1, marking the formal entry of the character into the game and joining four other new heroes.

The character, identified as Fika, has been in concept discussions since Overwatch’s early development, with Blizzard now confirming both the character and the release timing.

Blizzard confirmed Jetpack Cat will be a Support hero with a jet-propulsion rig, able to tow allies and enemies through the air, and equipped with a team-utility ultimate.

The piece notes potential other animal-themed ideas, including an unconfirmed villains’ orangutan tank concept called Oranga-tank.

Her abilities include Biotic Pawjectiles for healing and damage, a healing pulse called Purr that can knock back opponents, and Frenetic Flight for rapid movement.

The concept originated in 2017 but was once deemed too ridiculous; it was revived and grounded in plausible in-game lore as part of a shift toward grounded science-based storytelling.

Blizzard’s broader update includes rebranding to simply Overwatch by dropping the numbered suffix, signaling an expansion strategy for the game.

Hale voices Jetpack Cat, joining Ashe as a second role for the performer in Overwatch.

Dion Rogers, the art director, explains evolution toward world-building where unusual ideas fit the universe, with Jetpack Cat’s background revealed through gameplay and narrative moments.

The rollout plan calls for five new heroes on February 10 and five more later in the year, enabling experimentation with new ideas and mechanics.

Jetpack Cat, also known as Fika, is joining Overwatch as a new Support hero and the third animal-based playable character after Winston and Wrecking Ball.

Jetpack Cat is described as the game’s first permanent-flight hero who can tether to teammates, fly them around the map, and pick up enemies to throw them off the map.