Overwatch 2 has unveiled a high-profile collaboration with Persona 5, launching on September 16 as part of the mid-Season 18 update. Active through September 30, the event delivers five Legendary skins, a themed hub, timed challenges, and a raft of stylized Easter eggs that celebrate Atlus’ landmark RPG.
The crossover centers on the Phantom Thieves’ identity and aesthetics. Wuyang appears as Joker, making the fastest crossover skin debut for a newly released hero. Mercy assumes Ann Takamaki’s Panther guise, D.Va becomes Makoto Niijima’s Queen, Genji channels Ryuji “Skull” Sakamoto, and Lifeweaver adopts Ren “Fox” Amamiya’s presentation. Each skin includes nods to the characters’ Personas: Mercy’s design references Carmen, Wuyang’s weapon evokes Arsene, and D.Va’s mech channels Johanna.
Design touches extend beyond outfits. Characters leave subtle paint-splash trails when moving, mirroring Persona 5’s bold visual language. The event hub mirrors the RPG’s distinctive red-and-black UI, while map-level Easter eggs may conceal locations reminiscent of the Velvet Room. Official key art for the collaboration was produced by Persona 5’s character artist Shigenori Soejima, reinforcing the partnership’s authenticity.
Alongside the cosmetic rollout, the mid-season patch introduces balance adjustments, hero tweaks, and the debut of Tracer on the Stadium map. These mechanical updates aim to refine competitive play while using the Persona crossover to attract new audiences. Previous crossovers, beginning with Season 9’s Cowboy Bebop event, established Overwatch 2’s model for themed seasonal content. This Persona tie-in continues that approach by blending fast-paced multiplayer with a striking stylistic overlay.
Players can purchase the skins from the in-game shop and complete limited-time challenges during the event window. With its memorable cast and distinctive motifs, the Persona 5 collaboration is set to be one of Overwatch 2’s most visually striking seasonal events, designed to reward both veterans and newcomers. Expect creator showcases and community streams soon.
Overwatch 2 x Persona 5 Crossover Brings Phantom Thieves Skins
