Why a legendary game designer calls Overwatch 2 a mistake
In short: Jeff Kaplan, the designer behind World of Warcraft and Overwatch, discusses the complexities of evolving a massive franchise. This conversation explores the creative and structural challenges of transitioning a beloved title into its next iteration.
Jeff Kaplan, a prominent Blizzard game designer, reflects on the development and impact of Overwatch 2. The discussion provides a rare look into the high-level decision-making processes involved in managing global gaming properties and the consequences of major design shifts.
Kaplan is currently moving on to a new project, The Legend of California, under his new studio Kintsugiyama. The conversation serves as a retrospective on his career and the lessons learned from shaping some of the most recognizable titles in modern gaming.
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