How to switch between fullscreen and windowed mode in Overwatch 2

Switching between fullscreen and windowed mode in Overwatch 2 is simple and can be done through the in-game settings or with a keyboard shortcut. Here’s how:

Method 1: Using the In-Game Settings

1. Open Settings:
   • Launch Overwatch 2 and go to the main menu.

   • Click on the Options button (gear icon) or press Esc > Options.
      

     

2. Navigate to the Video Settings:

   • Select the Video tab from the top menu.
      

     

3. Change Display Mode:
   • Find the Display Mode setting.
   • Choose from the following options:
     • Fullscreen: The game occupies the entire screen.
     • Borderless Windowed: The game runs in a window without borders, covering the entire screen but allowing for easy alt-tabbing.

     • Windowed: The game runs in a resizable window.
        

       

4. Apply Changes:
   • After selecting your desired mode, click Apply to save the settings.

Method 2: Using a Keyboard Shortcut

You can quickly toggle between fullscreen and windowed modes with the following shortcut:

• Press Alt + Enter on your keyboard while in-game.
• This toggles between fullscreen and windowed mode instantly.

Tips for Choosing the Right Mode

• Fullscreen: Offers better performance by dedicating more system resources to the game.
• Borderless Windowed: Ideal for multitasking, as it allows seamless switching between apps without minimizing the game.
• Windowed: Useful for smaller screens or multitasking when you need to resize the game window.

These methods ensure you can easily adjust Overwatch 2's display mode based on your needs