# Overwatch's attempt at bringing back 6v6 feels like a bad compromise—it just doesn't work

> Ever since Overwatch let the 5v5 cat out of the bag in 2022, it's spent most of its time trying to get it back in.

- **Source:** [Pcgamer](https://www.pcgamer.com/games/fps/overwatchs-attempt-at-bringing-back-6v6-feels-like-a-bad-compromise-it-just-doesnt-work/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a5a48859cb5ef1b23dc7f43)
- **Published:** 2026-07-17
- **Category:** Gaming
- **Tags:** #bringing #overwatch #alternative #attempt #compromise #doesn #feels #work
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