How to unlock Hazard Golden Gun in Overwatch 2

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Hazard's Golden Gun can be unlocked in Overwatch 2 now (Image via Blizzard Entertainment)

The Hazard Golden Gun in Overwatch 2 is finally available to obtain after various bugs and issues in the past. Hazard, a new tank hero introduced at the beginning of Season 14, became part of the active hero pool on November 11, 2024. However, players had to wait until December 20, 2024, for the Golden Gun to be made available for this hero.

The Golden Gun in Overwatch 2 is a rare cosmetic, which is quite an honor amongst competitive players. Each hero has its own Golden Gun, and acquiring one shows a player's hard work and dedication towards that particular hero.

On that note, here's how to unlock the Hazard Golden Gun in Overwatch 2.

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How to get the Hazard Golden Gun in Overwatch 2

As mentioned in the post by @OWCavalry on X, today's (December 20, 2024) small patch has introduced the Hazard Golden Gun in Overwatch 2. To unlock it, players will need to spend 3,000 Competitive Points, which are earned exclusively through Overwatch ranked mode.

Competitive Points are primarily earned based on match results. Every win grants 10 and a draw match grants 5 Competitive Points in ranked mode.

Players also get 100 bonus Competitive Points for every 30 games played. This reward can be claimed up to 30 times in a season, allowing players to earn up to 3,000 Competitive Points. Before the competitive progression system, there was a seasonal rewards system based on the final rank of the players at the end of the season. The higher the rank, the bigger the Competitive Points bonus.

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How to collect Competitive Points fast in Overwatch 2

Here are some tips to collect Competitive Points to unlock the Hazard Golden Gun in Overwatch 2 fast:

  • Play regularly: Playing consistently is the key. The more you play, the better you become as a player, eventually resulting in a better win rate.
  • Focus on teamwork: No matter how good you are individually, Overwatch 2 is a team game and requires good communication. If you coordinate with your allies well, the chances of winning and earning Competitive Points are much higher.
  • Keep experimenting: There are a lot of heroes in Overwatch 2. Keep exploring all the types of heroes and try to adapt to the changing game's meta.

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