The intense gameplay and exquisite graphics of Overwatch 2 have been huge reasons for its success as a Blizzard's shooter sequel. Apart from combat, the game has lots of features that make it even more interesting and appealing for the players.
Apart from voice chat, Overwatch 2 players can also use emotes to effectively communicate when they can’t write text messages or speak. In addition, these unique and creative emotes also add to the liveliness of the game. However, beginners can have a hard time figuring out how to equip and use emotes in Overwatch 2. Read the following guide to learn how to use emotes in Overwatch 2 and communicate feelings with a few clicks of a button.
How to Use Emotes in Overwatch 2
It is important to point out that in order to use emotes, players must be a part of the game, be it a training match or a regular online game. As soon as players load into the game, they can start using as many emotes as they want. The process of pulling off emotes is fairly simple. Press "C" on the keyboard or "D" on the controller to bring up the communication wheel. Once done, select the desired emote using the analog stick.
If a player wants to say thanks to a teammate, they can pick the "Thanks" emote from the communication wheel to express their gratitude. The hero will act out the thanks emote in the form of a little wave to the concerned fellow player. To customize the controls for emotes, simply go to "Options" and select "Controls.”
How to Equip Emotes in Overwatch 2
Every hero in Overwatch 2 has a standard emote that is available by default for players to use. Players can unlock new emotes, but in order to use them, they must equip them first. The process requires players to go to the Hero Gallery and look for the hero in question. Next, they should navigate to the Emotes option and pick the emote they want to equip. Now, the emote wheel will show up; select a slot and set the chosen emote to equip it.
Tracer, Cassidy, and Mercy boast a wide variety of custom emotes, so players are sure to have a lot of fun with them. No doubt, using emotes is a fun way for players to make their presence known and communicate their feelings, but they must be careful with their timing.
Overwatch 2 is available now on PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.
