
The Overwatch 2 Transformers crossover event went live on July 9, 2024. This collaboration features four Overwatch 2 heroes, Illari, Reinhardt, Ramattra, and Bastion, with skins, emotes, and cosmetics inspired by the iconic Transformers franchise5.

The Transformers' visual identity in Overwatch 2 is defined by the integration of mechanical elements that make the characters resemble the robots in disguise, while still preserving the recognizable silhouettes of Overwatch 2 heroes1. This is achieved through the use of sturdy, truck-like designs and sharper, angular parts in the skins.

Reinhardt's skin in Overwatch 2 resembles Optimus Prime through its incorporation of the iconic red truck-like torso, sturdy design, and angular parts. The skin integrates elements such as the front windshield and exhaust on the skin's shoulders to make Reinhardt look like a speeding truck when he charges, capturing the essence of Optimus Prime6.