#19: I've Got Bud's in the Back

Homestand Weekend has come and gone! On Episode 6, we cover all of the weekend's festivities at #TheFirstHomeGame, OWL's evolution into "real sports", details for All Star Weekend, and the Blizzcon announcement for World Cup 2019.

Homestand Weekend was awesome! In Episode 6, Ramses and Lobosco break down the festivities and competition from Overwatch League's first homestand weekend. They cover the introduction of Bud Light as OWL's newest sponsor, and how Dallas Fuel pulled off an excellent event. They also cover the future Atlanta Reign Homestand Weekend, and what this means for the geo-located future of professional Overwatch. The hosts also note the upcoming events for All Star Weekend, what viewers can receive for watching, and the potential arcade modes we'll get to watch.



Next, Ramses and Lobosco cover the Stage 2 playoff picture. They talk about playoff locks, which teams are on the brink, and which teams could make a last minute run. They also break down the recent introduction of the Workshop to the Overwatch PTR, discuss their favorite modes, and what this means for the game's longevity.



Lastly, the hosts cover why rivalries are essential to the growth of Overwatch League, what makes a good rivalry, and their personal favorites. They also discuss the recent World Cup 2019 announcement, what the new format means for international competition, and raise some F's in the chat for underage players.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/255

Show Twitter: twitter.com/pushpointpod

Hosts:

Julian Quezada

twitter.com/ramses_ow

Chris Lobosco

twitter.com/LoBosco

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