How to get free Ein Wrecking Ball skin in Overwatch 2: All Cowboy Bepop challenges & rewards

Nathan Warby
Ein Wrecking Ball in OW2

The Overwatch 2 x Cowboy Bebop event is in full swing, and players can earn a free Ein Wrecking Ball skin. So, here are all the challenges and rewards in the OW2 Cowboy Bebop event.

As we head towards the end of Overwatch 2 Season 9, the new content is still coming thick and fast. Hot on the heels of Cosmic Crisis comes the Cowboy Bebop event, a crossover with the popular anime that brings plenty of rewards.

While the community is gearing up for the new Hero in Season 10, players are also keen to earn skins for their favorite current characters. Luckily, this event brings just that, as there’s a free Ein Wrecking Ball skin up for grabs.

So, here are all the challenges and rewards in the OW2 Cowboy Bebop event, including how to get Ein Wrecking Ball.

How to unlock Ein Wrecking Ball skin in Overwatch 2

Overwatch 2 players can complete any 11 Cowboy Bebop event challenges to unlock the Ein Wrecking Ball skin. There are 14 different challenges in total, but you can pick the easiest ones to help you earn the free cosmetic.

It’s worth noting that only nine of the objectives went live at the start of the event, with the rest scheduled to arrive on Tuesday, March 19. So, you’ll have to wait until this date to secure the Hammond skin.

OW2 Cowboy Bebop event rewards
The Cowboy Bebop event is the latest anime crossover in OW2.

OW2 Cowboy Bebop event: All challenges & rewards

On top of the Wrecking Ball skin, each Overwatch 2 Cowboy Bebop event challenge also has its own individual reward. Check them out below:

ChallengeReward
Deal 5,000 critical damage.2,500 Battle Pass XP
Use your Ultimate 30 times.2,500 Battle Pass XP
Earn 30 eliminations/assists from within 15 meters.2,500 Battle Pass XP
Heal 30,000 damage.2,500 Battle Pass XP
Complete 12 games. Wins grant double progress.2,500 Battle Pass XP
Complete 24 games. Wins grant double progress. Ein (Player Icon) / 2,500 Battle Pass XP
Complete 36 games. Wins grant double progress. 2,500 Battle Pass XP
Complete 48 games. Wins grant double progress. Ein (Name Card) / 2,500 Battle Pass XP
Deal 10,000 damage with abilities. (March 19)2,500 Battle Pass XP
Earn 30 eliminations/ assists beyond 15 meters (March 19)2,500 Battle Pass XP
Earn 40 assists/saves. (March 19)2,500 Battle Pass XP
Contest/capture objectives for 500 seconds. (March 19)2,500 Battle Pass XP
Complete five Cowboy Bebop challenges. Ein (Weapon Charm) / 2,500
Complete 11 Cowboy Bebop event challenges.Ein Wrecking Ball skin / 2,500 Battle Pass XP

OW2 x Cowboy Bebop event end date

The Overwatch 2 Cowboy Bebop event comes to an end on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, after it got underway on March 12. This gives players two full weeks to grind every challenge and earn every themed reward.

That was everything you need to know about to get the Ein Wrecking Ball skin in Overwatch 2. For more, be sure to check out our other guides:

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Nathan is a Senior Writer at CharlieIntel. He’s an expert in EA Sports FC, Call of Duty, and Overwatch, as well as superhero games, including Marvel’s Spider-Man. With a master's degree in Magazine Journalism from Nottingham Trent University, he worked as a Trainee Reporter for Derbyshire Live before moving into games media, with bylines at Dexerto, Cultured Vultures, and more. You can contact Nathan by email at [email protected].