Blizzard is aware Overwatch fans are tired of seeing its fanciest skins go to the same heroes and it’s ’the number one’ thing it’s working to fix next
Overwatch players are expressing frustration with Blizzard’s cosmetic skin distribution strategy, which has consistently favored certain heroes while leaving others without premium options. Heroes like Kiriko and Genji have accumulated numerous high-tier “Mythic skins”—premium cosmetics featuring customizable parts and unique visual effects—while many other heroes in the game’s 40-plus character roster continue waiting for their first Mythic skin. This disparity has drawn substantial community criticism, with players arguing that Blizzard is neglecting less popular or underrepresented heroes in favor of established fan-favorites.
In response to community concerns, Blizzard has acknowledged the imbalance and committed to addressing it. The developer stated that fixing unequal skin distribution across its hero roster is now “the number one” priority for its cosmetics development team. This public acknowledgment signals Blizzard’s recognition of player frustration and its intention to implement more equitable cosmetic distribution going forward. The commitment aims to ensure that all heroes receive adequate representation in the cosmetic lineup, rather than concentrating premium skin releases on heroes that have already benefited from extensive cosmetic options.