Overwatch 2 Underworld event challenges & rewards: How to get Brigitte Sparkplug skin & more
With Season 6 of Overwatch 2 in full swing, it has brought with it a selection of modes and challenges, including the brand-new Underworld event.
The Underworld event in the game comes with several rewards for taking part in it, including a highly sought-after cosmetic and several voice lines that can make your games far more interesting.
So, be sure to read on to find out everything you need to know about the Overwatch 2 Underworld event, from its testing challenges to the rewards you'll reap.
- If you’re looking to learn more about the new season of Overwatch 2, be sure to check out the Season 6 patch notes
What is the Overwatch 2 Underworld event?
Click to enlargeThe Underworld event in Overwatch 2 is a limited-time event that is taking place from August 10, 2023, to September 5, 2023. It consists of a selection of challenges that players can complete by working as part of a team.
Players will need to Stop Null Sector from taking over the Omnic Underworld by reactivating a combat-modified TS-1 Utility Bot to aid in liberating endangered Omnics.
But be warned: massive amounts of Null Sector forces have occupied King's Row. And that's not all - a powerful new support unit will be healing the deadly OR-14 attack bot in your path.
While the challenge will be difficult, it comes with a vast assortment of rewards, that we have detailed below.
- Be sure to check out our guide on Illari, the support hero added during Season 6 of Overwatch 2
Overwatch 2 Underworld event challenges and rewards
Click to enlargeIn total, there are 16 challenges to complete in Overwatch 2 Underworld. While some of them are available immediately, others will be unlocked as the event progresses:
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Challenge |
Description |
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Saviour of the Underworld |
Complete 8 Underworld event challenges |
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Underworld: Missile Fighter |
Complete Underworld: Death from above on Any Difficulty |
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Underworld: Mystery Fighter |
Complete Underworld: Invasion Mystery Swap on any difficulty |
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Stop, Thief! |
Eliminate 4 battery thieves as a team before they steal a battery in a single, completed run of Underworld |
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Underworld: Lore Hunter |
Discover all hidden lore interactions as a team in Underworld |
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Rock on TS-1 |
Keep TS-1 alive and complete in Underworld |
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Underworld: Expert Missile Fighter |
Complete Underworld: Death from Above on Expert difficulty |
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Underworld: Expert Mystery Fighter |
Complete Underworld: Invasion Mystery Swap on Expert difficulty |
More challenges below…
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Challenge |
Description |
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Underworld Fighter |
Complete Underworld on any difficulty |
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Underworld: Ultimate Fighter |
Complete Underworld: Ultimate Zones on any difficulty |
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Underworld: Role Master |
Complete Underworld as each role |
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You’re Welcome, Human! |
Active TS-1’s gratitude protocol in Underworld |
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Nulltimate |
Prevent the A-7000 and OR Units from using their ultimates and complete Underworld |
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Underworld: Expert Fighter |
Complete Underworld on Expert difficulty |
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Underworld: Expert Ultimate Fighter |
Complete Underworld: Ultimate Zones on Expert difficulty |
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Underworld: Modifier Master |
Complete Underworld on Legendary difficult with each of the 3 weekly modifiers |
For completing these challenges, you will be rewarded with an assortment of voice lines, player icons and EXP to help you get ahead and work through this season's battle pass.
If you're wondering about other support heroes, check out our guide on Lifeweaver
How to get the Brigitte Sparkplug skin in Overwatch 2
Click to enlargeTo get the Sparkplug skin for Brigitte in Overwatch 2, you will need to complete a total of eight Underworld event challenges.
The Sparkplug skin is a free event cosmetic, and one of the more coveted for Brigitte overall. With the Underworld event running from August 10 – September 5, there is plenty of time for you to complete these challenges and earn yourself this highly sought-after skin.
That’s everything you need to know about the Underworld event in Overwatch 2 Season 6. If you're looking to earn some in-game currency, check out how to get credits in Overwatch 2