Overwatch 2 update stuck: How to fix it

Overwatch 2 is constantly receiving updates, including new balance changes, new events, and other new seasonal content. However, sometimes players face an error that prevents them from accessing the new content. While this may be frustrating, there are fixes.

If you’re stuck on the Overwatch 2 Applying Update screen, there are a few steps you can take to fix the error.

Before applying fixes, you should make sure that Overwatch 2 is not under ongoing maintenance. In order to add new content, Overwatch 2 developers will need to temporarily take the servers for the game offline while they work on updates. If you’re stuck on the “Applying Update” screen, it may be because the developers are still implementing the update and you’re just early in the party. The Overwatch Twitter Account regularly informs about maintenance periods.

However, if there is no indication that Overwatch 2 is under maintenance, you can try the following to fix the issue:

1. Restart Overwatch 2
2. Reboot your system
3. Check if Overwatch 2 is up to date in the Battle.net Client (Check for Updates)
4. Uninstall and reinstall the game
5. Contact Blizzard Support if issues persist

Following the steps above will likely resolve your issues with the game and allow you to move past the Apply Update screen. This allows you to get into the game and take part in new content, such as the Battle for Olympus event that will end soon.