The prospect of Overwatch on mobile has long been considered a distant dream, particularly after Jason Schreier's book shed light on Blizzard's shelved mobile project. However, a fresh partnership between Korean developer Nexon and Blizzard could breathe new life into this idea.

The primary focus of this deal centers on securing the publishing and development rights for a new installment in the legendary StarCraft real-time strategy (RTS) series. The competition was intense, with companies like Krafton and Netmarble also vying for the opportunity. Should the deal be confirmed, Nexon will be at the helm of future StarCraft releases.

What's particularly exciting and unexpected are reports that the agreement also encompasses publishing rights for an Overwatch mobile version. This development suggests that the mobile project is far from dead and hints at an official sequel that could take the form of a Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA).

Nerf thisThis wouldn't mark Overwatch's first foray into the MOBA genre, as fans will recall Blizzard's previous efforts with Heroes of the Storm. It's conceivable that Heroes of the Storm could transition to mobile platforms, possibly aligning with the rumored Overwatch MOBA.

Yet, the likelihood of a standalone spin-off release is just as high. However, the notion of an 'Overwatch 3' can be firmly dismissed, as it would represent a significant shift from the franchise's established focus on console and PC platforms.

Incorporating MOBA elements could prove advantageous for Overwatch, especially with emerging competitors like Marvel Rivals threatening to steal the spotlight. This may be the opportune moment for Blizzard and their publishing partners to take bold steps to revitalize this once-thriving franchise.