Overwatch 2: How to Earn Coins

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Overwatch 2: How to Earn Coins

“How do I earn coins”. This is likely the question you've found yourself asking just a week into the Overwatch 2 release. Thankfully we have you covered.


Speaking of new things, every player now has access to Overwatch 2 coins. Those things are needed to purchase different items, including the Premium Battle Pass. Some people know how to get them, but others will have problems. So, let’s learn how to get coins for free and what else you can do to obtain those things.

General Information

The coins in Overwatch 2 are the in-game currency. Players can use them for a wide range of things, such as purchasing skins and other items. Since the new game version does not have loot boxes, coins are essential because they allow you to immediately buy the item you want.

How to get free Overwatch 2 coins?

To get free Overwatch 2 coins, you must complete the weekly challenges. When writing this, the game does not offer any other alternative to get Overwatch 2 coins for free. 

If we have to be specific, you must complete the different Weekly Challenges to get coins. Once you open your Battle Pass, you will see that there are a couple of alternatives to pick from. Select “weekly,” and you will see everything you can do to earn coins.

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Generally speaking, Overwatch 2 will require you to complete 4, 8, and 11 weekly challenges to get free coins. You will get 40 coins after going through 4 tasks, 20 coins for fulfilling 8 challenges, and 10 coins once you complete all 11.

Overwatch 2 coins for real money

If you’re wondering what the Overwatch 2 coins cost is and how to get them, we will provide you with all the important information. Besides getting the coins for free, you can purchase them right away from the in-game shop.

The prize for the Overwatch 2 coins will vary, depending on where you live. In Europe, a stack of 500 coins goes for 4.99 EUR, whereas 1000 coins cost 9.99. That said, people who purchase more get a slight bonus. For example, you can get 2.200 coins for 19.99 EUR.

Why are my Overwatch 2 coins not showing up?

Your Overwatch 2 coins may not be showing up because of in-game problems. Feel free to restart the game and see if it will fix the problem. Alternatively, you can also try to restart your Battle Net client.

Will my Overwatch coins carry over to Overwatch 2?

Yes, you will be able to do an Overwatch coins transfer and have access to the original options from the game. Some people even go through the process of merging their accounts so that they have access to all legacy coins in one place. Learning how to merge your Overwatch 2 account seems complicated, but it is a fairly straightforward process that doesn’t take long.

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How to spend my Overwatch coins in Overwatch 2?

People often wonder how to spend any unused Legacy Coins in Overwatch 2. This is a good question, considering that the new game removed those things. As a result, new Overwatch 2 players will have to get coins to purchase the things they like.

Fortunately, those with a stack of legacy coins can use them to buy some things. They can do that by completing these steps:

  • Open Overwatch 2.
  • Head over to the Hero Gallery.
  • Choose one of the heroes you like.


After completing these steps, Overwatch 2 will show you all the cosmetic items you can get for the hero. Their color differentiates them from the skins you can get with the Overwatch 2 coins. The logo of the old currency is in white, whereas the new one is in yellow.

People with more legacy coins can purchase a couple of nifty sets for the three new heroes in the game. For example, players who like Sojourn can spend 300 coins for Prairie, Tundra, Woodland, and other options.

Can you use legacy Overwatch coins to get the Battle Pass?

Unfortunately, you can’t use legacy coins to get the Battle Pass in Overwatch 2. People who want to get this item will have to either accumulate them by completing quests or purchase them from the shop.

Having access to a Premium Overwatch 2 Battle Pass will unlock some perks and give you access to an XP boost. This will allow you to unlock more tiers and get more rewards.

Overwatch 2: How to Earn Coins
Zlosterr
Zlosterr has been a fan of esports for many years and mainly focuses on Dota 2. He has more than five years of experience writing Dota 2 content for numerous platforms. Besides being a passionate fan of the game, he's also played for various amateur teams.