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Last updated September 2026Overwatch Loot Boxes explained
Yes, Loot Boxes are back. You earn them by playing. Here is what to expect.
Every standard Loot Box holds 4 items and guarantees at least one Rare or better. An Epic is guaranteed within 5 consecutive boxes and a Legendary within 20. A Legendary Loot Box guarantees at least one Legendary item.
Blizzard patch notes, February 2025Do not chase Loot Boxes. Open them when you get them and enjoy what drops. You cannot lose out on anything that affects gameplay.
How you get them
- Weekly and event challenges.
- Battle Pass rewards. Check this season's track to see which tiers include boxes.
- Limited-time events.
Duplicates
Boxes prioritise items you do not already own. If a duplicate cannot be avoided, it counts as progress toward a bonus Loot Box instead.
Unopened boxes
At the start of each season, any unopened Loot Boxes from previous seasons are opened automatically and the contents go into your collection. You do not lose them.
Common questions
What happens to Loot Boxes I never opened?
At the start of each season, unopened Loot Boxes from earlier seasons are opened automatically and the contents are added to your collection.
Will I get duplicates?
Boxes prioritise items you do not already own. If a duplicate cannot be avoided, it counts as progress toward a bonus Loot Box instead.
What is a Legendary Loot Box?
A box that is guaranteed to contain at least one Legendary item.