New updates are being added at the bottom of this story…….
Original story (published on October 26, 2022) follows:
It’s Halloween season which means new skins and events for Overwatch 2 players from October 25 to November 9, 2022. Players can unlock rewards during Halloween Terror by watching their favorite streamers on Twitch.
However, some are displeased by the way the developers have handled the event so far.
Overwatch 2 Halloween skins a disappointment
Many Overwatch 2 players have expressed their disappointment with the new Halloween event skins on social media (1,2,3,4,5).
Every Overwatch player looks forward to the yearly Halloween event because of the large variety of skins available to earn or purchase from the shop.
They were let down this year because the developers only released two skins, each going for $20. Players believe that this is an extremely high price for pretty average-looking skins.
Furthermore, legacy Halloween skins aren’t even available during this Halloween event like it used to happen in Overwatch.
Several players believe that there is nothing to play for in the game because all skins have to be purchased from the shop. Historically, players received free skins that could be unlocked by playing the event.
Overwatch 2 players were also anticipating new skins for Mercy but have been disappointed as developers haven’t provided a skin for the character (1,2,3,4).
Disconnects, login or LC-208 error
Another issue that has impacted the larger player base is the frequent disconnects or login error (1,2,3,4,5,6,7)
Several players complain that they cannot get past the loading screen as they keep getting an LC-208 error displayed on the screen. Others say that the game keeps disconnecting.
This has been the case since the Halloween update came out and seems to be happening on all platforms (consoles and PC).
Potential workaround
Fortunately, we have come across a potential workaround for the error code LC-208 or disconnection issue. Players need to log in to the game on a PC then they will be access it on their consoles:
That being said, stay tuned to PiunikaWeb to know if and when there are any further developments regarding these issues.
Update 1 (October 27, 2022)
15:33 pm (IST): Blizzard has acknowledged the issue where players are getting an LC-208 error while logging in. However, there’s no ETA for a fix.
17:43 pm (IST): The issue that was causing frequent disconnects or login errors has been fixed by the team.
Update 2 (October 28, 2022)
01:10 pm (IST): Blizzard has shared detailed instructions for the previously mentioned workaround that can potentially fix the ‘LC-208 error’ problem.
Note: You can also checkout our Overwatch 2 bug tracker.
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