Sombra's change to Support is the right move, but I fear some Overwatch players may take time to adjust

Sombra and Roadhog, the iconic duo from Overwatch, are set to undergo another redesign at Blizzcon. While the changes to Roadhog seem promising, with the addition of Trash Compactor as a de facto shield, Sombra's shift to the Support role has generated mixed reactions among players. Much of Sombra's previous kit remains intact, including her EMP ult and translocator ability, but she has also gained two new abilities and passives: Hotfix and Cyberspace. The Tactician subrole allows her to store excess ult charge and enhance it.

While some appreciate the new look, others are frustrated by Sombra's inability to hack heroes out of their ultimates. However, the Conspirator passive enables her to detect when enemy ultimates are fully charged. Overall, while change can be challenging, the new support role may ultimately prove beneficial for Sombra. The main concern, though, is that Overwatch players are notoriously resistant to change.

Many still fear playing against Sombra, with high ban rates in competitive play. Additionally, some players will likely stick to her old flanker style, rather than embracing her new support role. This could lead to frustrating experiences for allies who rely on support players for self and team sustain. Despite these challenges, the new role for Sombra is expected to find its place in the game, much like Doomfist and Symmetra.