Content overview: “Sombra Overwatch Rework: DPS Hero Moves to Support in Season 5, Blizzard Says Lethality St”. Blizzard is preparing one of the most radical hero reworks in Overwatch history: DPS hero Sombra will transition to a support role in Season 5. The announcement has sparked intense discussion among the game's community, as Sombra's identity has long been defined by her aggressive, flanking playstyle and ability to disrupt enemies. According to Blizzard, the rework aims to preserve her core lethality and aggressive play style even as she shifts into a support capacity.
This balancing act will be closely watched, as Sombra's hack and EMP abilities have historically been tuned for offense, not healing or utility. The move signals Blizzard's willingness to redefine hero roles to keep the meta fresh and address long-standing balance concerns. Players can expect detailed patch notes and likely PTR testing before the Season 5 launch. For the complete material, the listing points back to the source inside the network.