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Overwatch 2 Haunted Masquerade game mode, explained

With the spooky season well and truly underway, Overwatch 2’s annual Halloween event has officially dropped in the game. Rather than the usual Overwatch Halloween Terror events, the game has introduced a whole new game mode this year: Overwatch 2 Haunted Masquerade.

We’re going to be looking at everything you need to know about Overwatch Haunted Masquerade, including how the mode works and the different masks available.

What is Haunted Masquerade?

Overwatch character in a tech suit and glasses holds a mask confidently, with "Choose Your Mask" text besideOverwatch character in a tech suit and glasses holds a mask confidently, with "Choose Your Mask" text beside
Players choose their mask and receive unique buffs that relate to the hero mask they have picked / Image credit: Blizzard Entertainment

The Haunted Masquerade is the brand-new Overwatch 2 game mode released to celebrate the Halloween season.