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Type |
 Deathmatch
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Location |
 Ma'an, Jordan
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Terrain |
Desert ruins |
Release date |
2018-05-19 |
Petra is a Deathmatch map for Overwatch.[1] Released on 19 May 2018, making it the 27th map added to the game.
Background
| “ | Hazards beyond this point. Trespassers risk serious injury or elimination. | „ |
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Petra is a historical and archaeological city in southern Jordan.[2]
History
The Wayfinder Society began an excavation and preservation project among the ruins of the city.[2] The research team started with the uppermost levels of the temple, finding statues of Hera, Athena, and Aphrodite. While preparing for excavation of the lower chambers, early imaging revealed a hidden chamber.[3]
As the excavation continued, the Wayfinders discovered a vein of metal. It appeared to be an unknown isotope of vanadium. The isotope appeared to be utterly indestructible and not reactive save in lab conditions, and containing the isotope with the resources available on-site appeared to be challenging. The Ministries of Oasis brokered a deal with site director Hamid Faisal to transport the material to Oasis for further research.[4]
Gameplay
The map's environment range from high vistas to twisting passageways and deep caverns. A dilapidated bridge stretches across the map, and the ground underneath it can crumble away to reveal a lethal pit. Hopping on a green jump pad will boost a hero up to Petra’s higher levels and unlock new strategic possibilities.[2]
Known Researchers
- Site Director Hamid Faisal
- Dr. Nachareon
- Al-Hamadan
- Idannidis
Trivia
Note: The following information is taken from (cinematic elements of) gameplay trailers, and is of unclear canonicity.
The Wayfinder Society carried out excavations in Petra. The work was interrupted by a firefight between Overwatch and Talon. Talon was driven off by Overwatch with the aid of Venture.[5]
Videos
References
- ↑ 2018-05-14, ‘Overwatch’ Celebrates Turning Two With New Cosmetics, Map. Variety, accessed on 2018-05-17
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2018-05-19, Petra | New Deathmatch Map | Overwatch. YouTube, accessed on 2018-05-21
- ↑ 2018-05-23, What Petra Map Reveals. Blizzplanet, accessed on 2018-05-23
- ↑ 2024-03-28, Venture | New Hero Gameplay Trailer | Overwatch 2. YouTube, accessed on 2024-03-28
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