ability index 4
change timeline 5 patches
2026-09-08
PN–260908 · September 8, 2026
Take Aim
- Updated Widowmaker's Take Aim charge sound effects for the default, Mythic, and Hello Kitty weapons. These sound effects now increase in intensity when the charge level is above 50%.
2026-06-30
PN–260630 · June 30, 2026
Seeker Mine – Major Perk
- Replaced with Vengeful Web - Upon death, drop mini venom mines in the shape of a web.
Widow's Kiss
- Scoped charge rate decreased by 70%.
- Primary fire spread decreased by 40%.
- Primary fire shots until max spread increased from 11 to 18.
Grappling Hook
- Now stores up to 2 charges.
- Widowmaker earns 1 charge of Grappling Hook per final blow.
Venom Mine
- Now stores up to 2 charges.
- Number of placeable Venom Mines increased from 1 to 2.
- If 1 Venom Mine is placed, mine deals 75 damage and knocks players away when triggered.
- If 2 Venom Mines are placed within 15m of each other, and an unobstructed line can be drawn between them, a tripwire between the two mines is formed. When triggered, the tripwire deals 180 damage to enemies.
The days of trying to flank Widowmaker are over. Widowmaker is no longer a scared spider. She is on the hunt, plays closer to the fight, and uses her automatic rifle more.
2026-04-14
PN–260414 · April 14, 2026
Perk Costs
¶ open patch
- Minor Perk cost reduced by 6%.
- Major Perk cost reduced by 4%.
2026-04-01
PN–260401 · April 1, 2026
Take Aim
- Can now charge up to 150%.
- When charging above 100%, the charge rate is 80% slower and the scope zooms in even further.
You think you're so good at aiming? Prove it.
2026-02-09
PN–260209 · February 9, 2026
Seeker Mine – Major Perk
- Damage increased from 50 to 75 over its duration.
Escape Plan – Major Perk
- Removed.
Widow’s Bite – Major Perk
- Scoped shots can charge up to 125%, piercing enemies when fully charged.