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Overwatch 2 (2023)

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Here's how to Fix Overwatch stuck on Applying Update.

If Overwatch is stuck on applying update, you may encounter various issues such as not being able to launch the game, play online, or access the latest features. This problem can be caused by several factors, such as:

- Ongoing maintenance periods by Blizzard
- Outdated or corrupted game files
- Conflicting security software or firewall
- Network issues or DNS errors

To fix this problem, you can try the following solutions:

1. Check for ongoing maintenance periods by Blizzard: Sometimes, Overwatch may be stuck on applying update because the game is undergoing a period of maintenance by Blizzard. You can check the official Blizzard customer service social media platforms or the Battle.net launcher to see if there is any scheduled or unscheduled maintenance.
2. Update or repair Overwatch: If there is no maintenance going on, you may need to update or repair your game files to fix any corrupted or outdated data. You can do this by using the Battle.net launcher:
- Open the Battle.net launcher and select Overwatch from the left panel.
- Click on Options and select Check for Updates. If there is any update available, it will be downloaded and installed automatically.
- If there is no update available, click on Options again and select Scan and Repair. This will scan your game files for any errors and fix them if possible.
3. Disable your security software or firewall: Sometimes, your antivirus or firewall may interfere with the game's processes and cause it to get stuck on applying update. You can try disabling your security software or firewall temporarily and see if that helps. You can also add Overwatch as an exception to your security software or firewall settings.
4. Run network commands: Another possible cause of this problem is a network issue or a DNS error that prevents your game from connecting to the server. You can try running some network commands to reset your TCP/IP stack, renew your IP address, reset Winsock, and flush your DNS cache. Here's how:
- Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog box.
- Type cmd and press Ctrl + Shift + Enter to open an elevated command prompt.
- Type the following commands one by one and press Enter after each one:

```cmd
netsh winsock reset
netsh int ip reset
ipconfig /release
ipconfig /renew
ipconfig /flushdns
```

- Restart your computer and try launching Overwatch again.

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