There is a video game called Overwatch (video game).
eSports ( also known as electronic sports , esports , e-sports , competitive ( video ) gaming , professional ( video ) gaming , or pro gaming ) are a form of competition that is facilitated by electronic systems , particularly video games ; the input of players and teams as well as the output of the eSports system are mediated by human-computer interfaces . Overwatch is a team-based online multiplayer first-person shooter video game developed and published by Blizzard Entertainment . Since its release , Overwatch has become recognized as an eSport , where in addition to sponsoring tournaments , Blizzard has announced plans to help support professional league play starting in 2017 .