An intriguing debate has recently caught the heart of the Overwatch community as a user, Mateorg139, voiced out his consternation over the reckless gaming behavior of tanks in Overwatch. Apparently, much to Mateorg139’s frustration, many tanks in the game often behave as though they are invincible, brazenly charging their adversaries with no mind to their own peril. This phenomenon isn’t exclusive to him but sees resonance within the larger gaming community.
Summary
- Majority of Overwatch tanks seem to play with a false sense of invincibility.
- Supporting players find tanks’ recklessness frustrating.
- Some tanks feel bound by their responsibility, pressuring them into risky gameplay.
Analysing the Players’
Tapping into the discussion, Overwatch player theblama765 jokingly mentioned their desperate attempts to maintain health as Dva post-dive, implying that not all tank players share the ‘invincible’ sentiment. Kandyking2, an ardent support player, sympathized with tanks and highlighted the importance of teamwork and communication. Perhaps this sense of ‘unlimited’ health emanates more from systemic pressure than individual recklessness.
Is Recklessness Rank-Related?
Player Goldenrattler posed an interesting question–is rank a factor behind the reckless gameplay? Could lower ranks breed a laissez-faire gameplay attitude, while higher ranks enforce more caution? Unfortunately, the question remains unanswered, creating room for varied interpretation. Check out the full discourse here.
Insight from the Tanks Themselves
Finally hearing from tank enthusiasts, Callsonner- humorously indicated the morbid pleasure tanks derive from high-risk, high-reward gameplay. On a more serious note, Federal_Chef1793 admitted that constant support from top-tier supports could lead to undesirable overconfidence and over-pressurized gameplay. In effect, their death could trigger the team’s wipeout. Find more words of wisdom from Callsonner- here.
The debate, thus, brings out a contrast in perspectives. For some, tanks appear to be reckless players, charging at enemies without a hint of caution or respect for their own health points. Others, particularly the tanks themselves, see the whole scenario for what it is–an essential part of a nerve-racking but fundamentally thrilling game. Regardless, it’s clear that communication, understanding, and a shift of attitudes can help elevate the Overwatch gaming experience for everyone involved.
