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Unlinking your Overwatch account is super easy and only takes a few simple steps. First, head over to the Battle.net website and log in to your account. Once you're in, go to the "Account Settings" and find the "Connections" tab.

From there, just scroll down to see your linked console accounts, whether it’s PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch. Click “Disconnect” next to the platform you want to unlink, and confirm the action when prompted.

To unlink your Overwatch account from a platform like Battle.net, PlayStation, or Xbox, follow these steps based on the platform you’re using:

1. Unlinking Your Battle.net Account from Console (PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch):

1. Go to the Battle.net Website:
   • Visit Battle.net Account Management.
2. Log in to Your Account:
   • Use your Battle.net credentials (email and password) to sign in.
3. Access ‘Connections’:
   • Once logged in, navigate to Account Settings.
   • Click on Connections from the left-hand menu.
4. Unlink the Console:
   • Scroll down to find your linked console accounts (e.g., PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch).
   • Click on Disconnect next to the platform you want to unlink.
   • Follow the prompts to confirm the unlinking process.

2. Unlinking Overwatch from PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch Accounts:

1. Log in to Your Console Account:
   • Sign in to your PlayStation Network, Xbox Live, or Nintendo Account.
2. Go to Account Management:
   • Navigate to your account settings and look for linked or connected accounts.
   • Find your Battle.net account and select Unlink.

3. Important Notes:

• Progress Transfer: Once you unlink an account, your Overwatch progression tied to that account may no longer be accessible from that platform.
• Cooldown Period: After unlinking, you may not be able to link the same account to a different platform for a certain period (typically 365 days).

Can you Unmerge your OverWatch account?

No, once you merge your Overwatch accounts across different platforms, you cannot unmerge them. Blizzard’s account merge feature is designed to combine your progress, cosmetics, and stats into one Battle.net account for cross-platform play.

This process is permanent, and once accounts are merged, they stay that way.

How do I delete my Overwatch 2 account?

To delete your Overwatch 2 account, you need to delete your Battle.net account, which will remove all associated games, including Overwatch 2. Here’s how you can do it:

Steps to Delete Your Overwatch 2 (Battle.net) Account:

1. Log in to Your Battle.net Account:
   • Visit the Battle.net website and log in using your credentials.
2. Go to Support:
   • Once logged in, scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on Support.
3. Search for ‘Delete Account’:
   • In the support section, search for “delete account” or navigate directly to the Account Deletion page.
4. Submit a Request for Account Deletion:
   • Select the option to request the permanent deletion of your account. This will delete your personal information, games (including Overwatch 2), game progress, and any other Blizzard services tied to your Battle.net account.
5. Follow Confirmation Steps:
   • Blizzard will guide you through a few steps to confirm the deletion, including sending you a verification email. Make sure you follow these steps to complete the process.

How do I change my Overwatch 2 user?

To change your Overwatch 2 user (BattleTag or platform account), follow the steps based on what you want to modify:

1. Changing Your BattleTag (Username in Overwatch 2)

Your BattleTag is the username displayed in Overwatch 2. Here’s how to change it:

1. Log in to Your Battle.net Account:
   • Go to the Battle.net website and sign in.
2. Go to Account Settings:
   • Once logged in, click on your profile at the top right, and select Account Settings.
3. Find BattleTag Settings:
   • In the account settings menu, go to the Account Details section and locate your BattleTag.
4. Click on “Update”:
   • Click the Update button next to your BattleTag. If you haven’t used your free BattleTag change, you can update it for free. After the first change, additional changes require a fee (typically around $10 USD).
5. Save the Changes:
   • Enter your new BattleTag and confirm. The change will take effect immediately in Overwatch 2.

2. Switching Platform Accounts (PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch)

If you want to switch between different platform accounts (e.g., from Xbox to PlayStation), you need to link your preferred console account to Battle.net. Here’s how:

1. Log in to Battle.net:
   • Go to the Battle.net website and sign in.
2. Navigate to “Connections”:
   • In your Account Settings, go to the Connections tab.
3. Unlink the Current Console Account:
   • Scroll down to find your linked platform accounts (PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch), and click Disconnect to unlink the current account.
4. Link the New Console Account:
   • Now, select the platform account you want to switch to and link it by clicking Connect next to the relevant platform. You’ll be prompted to log in to your platform account.
5. Log in to Overwatch 2:
   • Launch Overwatch 2 on the platform you just linked, and your progress, stats, and cosmetics tied to your Battle.net account will sync.

Important Notes:

• BattleTag Changes: Only your username changes, not your game data or progress.
• Switching Platforms: If you’re linking a new console, make sure it’s the correct account as there’s typically a cooldown for linking/unlinking accounts.

What happens when you merge Overwatch 2 accounts?

When you merge your Overwatch 2 accounts across different platforms (like PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch) into one Battle.net account, several things happen:

1. Combined Progress and Cosmetics:

• All your progress, such as cosmetics (skins, sprays, emotes), stats, and achievements, from each platform are combined and stored on your Battle.net account. You’ll have access to these items regardless of which platform you play on.

2. Unified Competitive Rank and Stats:

• Your competitive rank and stats are merged across platforms, so there is one unified profile. You’ll see the same rank and stats on every platform.

3. Cross-Progression:

• Cross-progression allows you to continue your progress across multiple platforms. For example, if you unlock new skins or earn XP on Xbox, those will carry over when you log into PlayStation or PC, as long as you’re using the same Battle.net account.

4. In-Game Currency:

• Your Overwatch Coins and other in-game currencies from different platforms are merged into one pool. If you have different balances on different platforms, they will be combined under your Battle.net account.

5. Hero Unlocks:

• Heroes unlocked on one platform will be available on all others after the merge. Any hero progress will be unified across all platforms.

6. Cooldown for Linking/Unlinking Accounts:

• After merging, your console accounts (e.g., PlayStation, Xbox) are permanently linked to your Battle.net account. You can unlink a console account, but once unlinked, you cannot link it again for 365 days.

7. Duplicate Items:

• If you have duplicate items (such as skins or sprays) across different platforms, they won’t multiply. You’ll only see one instance of each item in your account.

Important Notes:

• Permanent Merge: Once accounts are merged, they cannot be unmerged.
• One-Time Merge: You can only merge one account per platform (one Xbox account, one PlayStation account, etc.) to your Battle.net account.

Unlinking your Overwatch account is a simple and straightforward process, allowing you to disconnect your console or platform account from Battle.net with just a few clicks. Whether you’re switching platforms or simply want to manage your account connections, following the steps through Battle.net’s account settings makes it easy.

However, keep in mind that while you can unlink accounts, certain aspects of progress may remain tied to your Battle.net account. Always double-check before unlinking to avoid losing access to your in-game progress and cosmetics.