The Overwatch League is Blizzard’s attempt at turning its team-based shooter into the e-sports equivalent of the EPL or IPL. Announced at BlizzCon 2016, there’s been little said since. That is, until now. At BlizzCon 2017, Overwatch League Commissioner Nate Nanzer took to the stage to explain what’s next in a panel called ‘Inside the Overwatch League’, namely when the league begins, its schedule, teams, bonuses, and a lot more. This is what you need to know.

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Overwatch League divisions and teams

There are 12 teams in the Overwatch League grouped into two divisions keeping home audience time zones in mind.

The Atlantic Division

• Boston Uprising
• Florida Mayhem
• Houston Outlaws
• London Spitfire
• New York Excelsior
• Philadelphia Fusion

The Pacific Division

• Dallas Fuel
• Los Angeles Gladiators
• Los Angeles Valiant
• San Francisco Shock
• Seoul Dynasty
• Shanghai Dragons

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