From Polygon · Michael McWhertor · · 50s
Blizzard Reveals Hudson as Overwatch DPS Hero
Blizzard switches Overwatch hero Hudson from support to damage role after fan disappointment.
In brief
Blizzard switches Overwatch hero Hudson from support to damage role after fan disappointment. Blizzard moved Hudson from support to damage role in Overwatch after testing showed he fit DPS better than support. Originally reported by Polygon.
Blizzard's Hero 55
Blizzard will add Hudson, an Omnic detective, as Overwatch's 55th hero in December 2026.
Hudson's Role Change
Hudson was originally pitched as a support hero but switched to damage DPS after testing.
Development Pivot
Game directors Aaron Keller and Alec Dawson explained the switch was a late-in-development pivot for better gameplay.
Fan Reaction
Overwatch fans disappointed Hudson is not a support hero as promised, calling it a bait and switch.
Blizzard's Response
Blizzard's Aaron Keller confirmed Hudson fits DPS better and will launch in Season 6 on December 8.
The bottom line
Blizzard moved Hudson from support to damage role in Overwatch after testing showed he fit DPS better than support.
