Overwatch has officially brought back Loverwatch: Love Never Dies, including its associated in-game rewards, for a limited time. From now until March 1, fans can go on romantic dates with Genji and Mercy in this browser-based dating sim to earn Icons, Titles, and a Highlight Intro for use in Overwatch.
Though not as robust an event as Love Is in the Air for World of Warcraft, Overwatch still celebrates Valentine’s Day in its own way. Usually, this comes in the form of charming skins – and this year, Lifeweaver, Soldier: 76, Kiriko, Juno, Domina, Hazard, and Symmetra all received cosmetics sure to either steal or break hearts.
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Overwatch Loverwatch Dating Sim Back Until March 1
However, beyond these cash shop cosmetics, Overwatch surprised players with the return of a fan-favorite mini-game. Loverwatch: Love Never Dies is back for the first time in three years, giving players a second chance to play through the free browser-based Overwatch dating sim. Available on PC and mobile, Loverwatch lets fans go through non-canon romance paths for Genji, Mercy, and a secret third ending, all without even booting up the hero shooter.
Who’s That Character?
Identify the silhouettes before time runs out.
Identify the silhouettes before time runs out.
Easy (7.5s)Medium (5.0s)Hard (2.5s)Permadeath (2.5s)
If enjoying dates with these Overwatch heroes was not enough incentive, there are some in-game rewards for doing so as well. Completing Genji’s route awards the Lovey Dovey Genji Icon and Genji’s Peace Title, while finishing Mercy’s path grants access to the Lovey Dovey Mercy Icon and Mercy’s Angel Title. Once players finish both Overwatch character romance routes, they can unlock a secret ending, earning them the Lovey Dovey Hanzo Icon, Cupid’s Arrow Title, and the Cupid’s Kiss Hanzo Highlight Intro.
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Complete Genji’s romance route to earn:
- Lovey Dovey Genji Icon
- Genji’s Peace Title
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Complete Mercy’s romance route to earn:
- Lovey Dovey Mercy Icon
- Mercy’s Angel Title
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Complete both, then the secret ending, to earn:
- Lovey Dovey Hanzo Icon
- Cupid’s Arrow Title
- Cupid’s Kiss Hanzo Highlight Intro
These rewards are the same ones that were originally available during the first run of Loverwatch: Love Never Dies in February 2023, shortly after Overwatch rebranded as Overwatch 2.
Of note, Loverwatch: Love Never Dies is not to be confused with the Overwatch dating sim sequel released exclusively in China in 2025. That robust game included unique art, outfits, and routes for Cassidy, D.Va, Genji, Junker Queen, Juno, Lifeweaver, and Mauga. There has not been an official translation for this dating sim, but Overwatch content creator The Omnic Reporter created a fan-translated version in the form of an 800-page PDF that is free to enjoy in English.
Other Events in Overwatch Right Now
Overwatch does not have any special Valentine’s Day in-game modes or challenges, but there are several other events ongoing right now. The Hello Kitty and Friends collab runs until February 24, featuring Sanrio-themed Name Cards, Sprays, and a Title for those who complete it. Likewise, the Year of the Horse event runs until March 3, which includes the Roadhog’s Catch-a-Mari Overwatch game mode, plus several Loot Boxes and a Lunar New Year Name Card and Spray as rewards.
That said, the centerpiece of the massive Overwatch Reign of Talon soft reboot is Conquest. Vendetta has taken over Talon and is launching a full-scale assault against Overwatch. From now until March 17, players can align themselves with Talon or Overwatch as they complete daily and weekly objectives to earn Notoriety and progress through their chosen faction’s Battle Pass. After they do, they can stick with their team to earn more Loot Boxes, or become a Double Agent and earn the exclusive cosmetics from the other side. Either way, the team that comes out on top determines global rewards – and the faction that wins overall will decide whether the free Echo skin will be based on Talon or Overwatch.
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August 10, 2023
- ESRB
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Teen / Violence, Blood, Mild Language, Use of Tobacco, Users Interact, In-Game Purchases (Includes Random Items)
