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Overwatch’s open beta attracted a whopping 9.7 million players, a Blizzard record

  • Posted byby Mike Minotti
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It looks like Blizzard has another hit on its hands.

The open beta for its team-based shooter Overwatch — which lasted from May 5 to May 10 on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC — attracted 9.7 million players. That’s a lot. Blizzard is calling it its most successful beta ever. If even a fraction of those people buy the full game when it launches on May 24, Overwatch will quickly become a success.

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Mike Minotti

Mike Minotti has been with GamesBeat since 2012, starting as an intern. Based near Youngstown, Ohio, he now manages GamesBeat's editorial team. He's also a prolific podcaster, appearing on multiple shows covering the gaming industry.