Overwatch (formerly Overwatch 2) Motion Sickness: Why It Happens & What Helps
Overwatch is a first-person hero shooter with a field of view option on PC, Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5. PCGamingWiki lists 80 to 103 degrees on PC, and Blizzard's February 10, 2026 patch notes added the option on Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro. Stadium mode uses a third-person camera with its own settings.
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch · first-person (third-person in Stadium) · Partial settings · Player-reported motion-sickness risk: commonly reported by motion-sensitive players.
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Key facts
- Overwatch (formerly Overwatch 2) runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch.
- The camera is first-person (third-person in Stadium).
- Player reports place it in the moderate band for motion sickness.
- The game ships some comfort settings, but not a full set.
- 2 specific settings are listed on this page, starting with Field of View.
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Why Overwatch (formerly Overwatch 2) can trigger motion sickness
Field of view is the one camera control Blizzard has announced in its patch notes. The notes from October 2022 to October 2026 mention no camera shake, head bob or motion blur setting. Steam lists Camera Comfort among the game's accessibility features, but does not say which options that covers.
- A field of view left low: the PC range runs from 80 to 103 degrees
- Switching between the first-person view and Stadium's third-person camera
- No camera shake, head bob or motion blur setting in Blizzard's patch notes
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Comfort settings in Overwatch (formerly Overwatch 2)
Overwatch (formerly Overwatch 2) ships some comfort settings, but not a full set.
Blizzard's published patch notes from October 2022 to October 2026 mention no camera shake, head bob or motion blur setting, so field of view is the only camera comfort control they announce. Steam's Camera Comfort tag shows that Blizzard declares some camera options but does not list them.
| Setting | Where | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Field of View | Game Options (Blizzard's notes do not name the tab) | Raise it. PCGamingWiki lists 80 to 103 degrees on PC, and consoles gained the option in February 2026 |
| Stadium field of view and shoulder swap | Stadium settings in Game Options | Set the third-person field of view, or switch back to the traditional first-person view |
One guide explains these settings for every game: how field of view, motion blur, head bob and camera shake trigger motion sickness.
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What helps beyond the settings
- Set the field of view first, then play a full match before you judge
- Play a match and stop, rather than queuing straight into the next one
- Look at a still point away from the screen and slow your breathing if queasiness starts
The fixes people reach for once they step away from the screen are covered separately, with the trials attached: the remedy verdicts.
Frequently asked questions
Can I change the field of view in Overwatch?
Yes. PCGamingWiki lists 80 to 103 degrees on PC. Blizzard's February 10, 2026 patch notes say it added an option to adjust the Field of View on Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro.
Does Overwatch have a camera shake or motion blur setting?
Blizzard's patch notes from October 2022 to October 2026 do not mention either. Steam lists Camera Comfort among the game's accessibility features, but does not say which options that covers.
What camera does Stadium use?
Stadium is played in a third-person view by default. Blizzard added a field of view slider and a key binding to toggle which shoulder the camera overlooks, and says you can switch back to the traditional first-person view.
Other game motion-sickness guides
Sources & further reading
- https://overwatch.blizzard.com/news/patch-notes/live/2026/02
- https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2357570/view/1796631172386590
- https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2357570/view/1797185861585790
- https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Overwatch_2
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Overwatch_(2023_video_game)
- https://store.steampowered.com/api/appdetails?appids=2357570
- https://overwatch.blizzard.com/news/patch-notes/live/2016/07
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Based on publicly reported player experiences and each game's documented settings, as of October 2026. Settings menus change with updates, so check your version. Game names are trademarks of their respective owners; Dizzout is not affiliated with or endorsed by them. Motion-sickness sensitivity varies by person, so this is informational, not a game review or a substitute for a doctor's advice.