Overwatch 2 has an extremely diverse and ever-expanding cast of playable characters, from the energetic Tracer to the dark and mysterious Reaper. However, the thing that sets Overwatch 2 apart from most other games is how players are able to connect with and relate to their favorite characters.
Now, connecting to a character doesn’t necessarily have to be through their personality and appearance. On the contrary, most people actually relate to fictional characters if they share the same age or sexuality with them. So, we thought we’d zone in on that exact relation for today’s article.
Today, we’re here to go through every Overwatch 2 hero’s age and sexuality so you know more about your favorite playable character.
What is the age and sexuality of each Overwatch 2 character?
Overwatch 2 has a rich and diverse cast of heroes, 41 of them being playable characters. These characters have varied ages and sexualities that Blizzard explored in their backstories. Here is every character’s age and sexuality:
Ana
Ana is one of the oldest heroes in Overwatch, being 62 years old. Her sexuality is heterosexual, as she has a motherly bond with various characters, including Pharah, her daughter.
Ashe
The leader of the Deadlock Gang, Ashe, is 41 years old and is presumed to be heterosexual since it’s implied that she used to date Cassidy.
Baptiste
Baptiste is a former combat medic who is 38 years old. The short story “As You Are” tells that he’s bisexual because of his understanding with Pharah and his interest in Cassidy. He has an LGBTQIA card in-game as well, confirming his sexuality.
Bastion
Bastion is an omnic that was reactivated after years of dormancy. All players know the 38-year-old has Swiss origins, with no mention of their sexuality.
Brigitte
Brigitte is a skilled engineer despite being 25 years old. Her sexuality is unknown since it’s never mentioned anywhere.
Cassidy
The gunslinger, Cassidy, is 39 years old. The game implies he’s heterosexual due to his past with Ashe.
D.Va
One of the youngest characters in the game, the former professional gamer D.Va, is 21 years old. Her sexuality is unknown, but she could be heterosexual due to her close relationship with her friend in her animated short.
Doomfist
Doomfist, the leader of Talon, is a 47-year-old martial artist. Blizzard hasn’t mentioned his sexuality.
Echo
Echo is one of the youngest characters in the game, only 14 years old. As a robot, Echo identifies as non-binary.
Genji
The cybernetic Japanese ninja Genji is 37 years old in Overwatch 2. It’s fair to assume he’s heterosexual because he used to live a playboy lifestyle before turning into a cyborg.
Hanzo
Genji’s older brother, Hanzo, is a skilled archer who is 40 years old. Blizzard hasn’t shared his sexuality.
Illari
Illari is the youngest human in the game, at 18 years old. Her sexuality is unknown.
Junker Queen
Junker Queen is one of the strongest women in the game. She’s 31 years old, and her sexuality is unknown.
Junkrat
Junkrat is a 27-year-old explosive enthusiast who brings chaos wherever he goes. It’s unknown what his sexuality is.
Juno
Juno is one of the youngest characters in the game at 19 years old. The game doesn't explicitly state her sexuality.
Kiriko
Kiriko is close to the Shimada clan. She’s a 21-year-old healer, and Blizzard hasn’t revealed her sexuality.
Lifeweaver
Lifeweaver is the first openly pansexual character in Overwatch. The 31-year-old’s flirtatious personality shows towards numerous other heroes in-game.
Lucio
The Brazilian DJ, Lucio, is 28 years old. His sexuality is unknown.
Mauga
Mauga is a member of Talon and is 37 years old. Overwatch’s lead writer confirms that he’s gay.
Mei
Although Mei plays a role in Overwatch’s ecological side, the 33-year-old’s sexuality is not stated.
Mercy
The Swiss doctor Mercy is a compassionate 39-year-old. She could be heterosexual since it’s hinted that she’s in a relationship with Genji.
Moira
Moira is a brilliant scientist who is 50 years old. It’s unknown what her sexuality is.
Orisa
Orisa is the youngest hero in the game, only one year old.
Pharah
The 34-year-old rocket shooter, Pharah, is confirmed to be a lesbian, as it was revealed in Overwatch’s lore.
Ramattra
Ramattra is a strong omnic who is 28 years old.
Reaper
Reaper is a former Overwatch agent who has become a Talon operative. The 60-year-old’s sexuality isn’t explicitly stated.
Reinhardt
The tank with a hammer, Reinhardt, is one of the oldest characters in the game at 63 years old. He might be heterosexual since he has some flirty dialogues with Ana.
Roadhog
Junkrat’s partner-in-crime, Roadhog, is a 50-year enforcer with a mysterious past. His sexuality is unknown.
Sigma
Sigma is an incredible physicist who can manipulate gravity to his will. He’s the oldest Overwatch character, at 64 years old. Their sexuality is unknown.
Sojourn
Sojourn is a former Overwatch captain. She’s 51 years old in Overwatch 2, and her sexuality is unknown.
Soldier: 76
Soldier: 76 is 58 years old, and it was confirmed he is openly gay in Overwatch lore. He had a past relationship with a man named Vincent.
Sombra
The skilled hacker, Sombra, is 32 years old. Her sexuality isn’t explicitly stated anywhere.
Symmetra
Symmetra is a 30-year-old architect with a unique perspective due to her autism. Her sexuality hasn’t been stated.
Torbjorn
The master engineer Torbjorn is 59 years old. It is safe to assume he is heterosexual, as he has a daughter.
Tracer
Tracer, the mascot of Overwatch, is 28 years old. She is a proud lesbian, as confirmed in a 2016 comic that highlighted her relationship with Emily.
Venture
Venture is Overwatch’s first trans-non-binary character. The archeologist is 26 years old.
Widowmaker
The deadly sniper, Widowmaker, is 35 years old. It’s assumed that she's heterosexual because the game mentions her ex-husband.
Winston
The scientist Gorilla Winston is 31 years old in Overwatch 2.
Wrecking Ball
Wrecking Ball is one of the youngest characters in Overwatch 2, being only 16 years old.
Zarya
Zarya is a 30-year-old powerful Russian soldier with immense physical strength. Her sexuality hasn’t been explored.
Zenyatta
The omnic monk, Zenyatta, is 33 years old.
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FAQs
How many heroes does Overwatch 2 have?
At the time of writing, Overwatch 2 has a total of 41 heroes. However, that number will likely increase as Activision Blizzard adds more heroes to the game in future updates.
Who are the most popular heroes in Overwatch 2?
The most popular heroes in Overwatch 2 are definitely the likes of Mercy, D.Va, Genji, and Winston. All of these heroes are easily recognizable even by non-fans of the game. Most of these heroes owe their popularity to memes and other fanmade animations.