: Boxes now include shop skins from previous seasons and even items themed after other Blizzard games like World of Warcraft and Diablo .

: Blizzard frequently offers them as rewards for watching partnered streamers. Contents & Mechanics :

: Unlike the original game, you can now see the specific drop rates and odds for each box before opening it.

Since you can't buy them, here is how you obtain and use them in the current ecosystem: :

: The current system prioritizes items you do not already own.

As of 2026, you with real-world money in Blizzard's major titles like Overwatch 2 . While loot boxes were famously removed in 2022, they were reintroduced in early 2025 as a gameplay-only reward system to improve player progression. Quick Guide to Loot Boxes in 2026

: Completing specific weekly challenges grants boxes.