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We\u2019ll try to do them more frequently.\u201d Developer Updates are videos containing key information about the state and the future of the game. They\u2019re hosted by Jeff Kaplan on behalf of the Overwatch team and usually contain a deep dive into a specific element in the game. Sigma\u2019s Developer Update, for instance, delves into his backstory and explains his kit, while the video on the Workshop shares some of the decisions and insights behind the addition of the feature. The videos used to be released with some regularity to announce changes, reworks, and new features, but they've decreased in frequency. The most recent video showcases Sigma, the latest hero to join the roster, and was launched last July. It\u2019s possible that the radio silence is caused by the developer team\u2019s focus on creating a sequel. 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