Starting with manga and anime works like One-Punch Man and Cowboy Bebop, game titles such as Diablo and Street Fighter, and even LE SSERAFIM and Porsche, Overwatch has expanded with many unique collaborations.
After a major tease in mid-May 2026, the YOASOBI collaboration has been officially announced!
Prior to the start of the collaboration, the "Overwatch × YOASOBI Collaboration and New Season Presentation" was held in Tokyo.
Overwatch × YOASOBI Collaboration Officially Announced!
This collaboration is a dream come true for the team.
YOASOBI's storytelling is legendary, and we are honored to be able to bring their style into Overwatch.
(Translated from Japanese)
We have put a tremendous amount of effort into this collaboration.
We hope that the energetic vibe and love we poured into the new skins will reach all of the players.
(Translated from Japanese)
Heroes of various races, nationalities, and backgrounds appear in Overwatch, but the main characters this time are Japanese characters such as Kiriko, Genji, and Hanzo.
A short story in which Genji visits Tokyo has also been released.
And! Based on that short story, the duo of YOASOBI created a song.
A limited-time collaboration event starting on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, JST was also announced!
YOASOBI Expresses “Overwatch” Through Music
...And right here, YOASOBI's ikura and Ayase appeared!
The two mentioned that they were mindful of the futuristic vibe of the new map Neon Junction, which features a Tokyo motif.
Ayase has incorporated blue and green, reflecting Hanzo and Genji, even into his nails.
The 4th EP, THE BOOK for,, scheduled for release on Friday, June 26, 2026, will have an Overwatch Edition available exclusively in the US.
Ayase was also extremely thrilled with "YOASOBI" designed in an Overwatch-style font.
The new song, created by likening the relationship between Kiriko, Genji, and Hanzo to the belt of Orion (the three stars), is named Orion.
Ayase explained that, keeping the new map "Neon Junction" in mind, they used a drum and bass-driven futuristic sound design as a baseline, while also adding the sound of a koto and a J-POP soul.
The two also showered the design of Kiriko's new skin with immense praise.
The hairstyle and items, which incorporate neon into Kiriko's original charm, perfectly embody the concept of cool and cute.
Saiga NAKAyase's Comment
With the feeling of jumping into the world of Overwatch together ourselves, and after thoroughly reading into the story, we created the music with all our love and soul.
The song is packed with new challenges that we feel confident about, so we hope everyone enjoys it along with playing the game. Thank you very much.
(Translated from Japanese)
ikura's Comment
We created the song "Orion" with the utmost respect toward this work that is Overwatch.
We hope this song allows those who usually enjoy Overwatch, as well as those who want to experience Overwatch for the first time, to enjoy its world even more deeply.
(Translated from Japanese)
Saiga NAKThe limited-time collaboration with YOASOBI is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, JST!
Check the official Overwatch X (@PlayOverwatch) and official website for follow-up reports!
Experience signature storytelling and new music with our upcoming Overwatch x @YOASOBI_staff collab ✨
📚 Original Short Story
🦊 Skins for Kiriko, Genji, Hanzo & More
💿 New Collab Song
📺 Animated Music VideoArriving in-game on June 30. pic.twitter.com/LzMslchCFu
— Overwatch (@PlayOverwatch) May 28, 2026
