Overwatch: Ranking Every Cinematic Short (So Far)

11. Reunion

A stylish and deeply enjoyable piece, this ranks lowest on the list due to its lack of focus on its lead—fan-favourite hero, McCree. For all that fans were waiting for his animated debut, this cinematic seemed more interested in turning him into a vehicle for introducing other, less interesting characters.

Not to say it doesn't have its merits, however. The slick, stylish opening setting McCree up as the archetypal lone cowboy really sets the mood, along with its excellent soundtrack, and McCree's fight with his former friend Ashe and his former gang, Deadlock, was fun and well executed.

Even without giving McCree, the focus and backstory seen in the Retribution event cut scene, or his comic, Train Hopper, this short still showed what makes his character so compelling to fans, showing off his impressive abilities, cool ruthlessness, good humour, and inherently kindly spirit.

Ashe was a fun villain, though not nearly as threatening as Talon, and B.O.B. (Big Omnic Butler) was an adorable addition, rounding out Ashe's status as a playable character with something more unique than she presented alone.

All in all, while still being good, this short is on the low side of great. Still worth watching, though.