Overwatch Release Date Leaked Through Advert - Report

Overwatch will launch on May 24 for Xbox One, PS4, and PC, according to an advert that appeared briefly appeared on IGN. Although the advert for Blizzard's team-based multiplayer shooter has since been removed, images of it were captured and posted on Reddit.

Along with the release date, the ad campaign also promises early access to the Overwatch open-beta for those that pre-order the game. It indicates the beta will start on May 3.

Blizzard previously confirmed it is planning to launch Overwatch in 2016, but has not officially provided a specific release date itself. It's also possible the release date featured in the ad is a placeholder. GameSpot has contacted Blizzard for confirmation.

Overwatch was initially revealed as a PC game, but in November 2015 Blizzard added announced Overwatch for Xbox One and PS4. The game is not free-to-play and it will not offer cross-platform play across PC and consoles due to the advantage keyboard and mouse players might have.

All maps and characters released for Overwatch after launch will be free, according to game director Jeff Kaplan.