Activision conducted a secret experiment in early 2024 to test the impact of skill-based matchmaking (SBMM) in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III. The results revealed a significant drop in player retention when SBMM was relaxed, highlighting its crucial role in keeping players engaged.
Xbox has announced that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 will be available on Game Pass for Console, PC, and Game Pass Ultimate on July 24th. This comes as a surprise to many fans who expected the next Call of Duty game, Black Ops 6, to be the first on the service. While Modern Warfare 3 didn’t receive the best reviews, it was a commercial success and is likely to attract a large player base on Game Pass.
The FTC has expressed concern over recent Xbox Game Pass price increases and the introduction of a new, lower tier that lacks day-one game releases. The agency alleges Microsoft’s actions constitute ‘product degradation’ and are aimed at exercising ‘market power’ in response to Call of Duty’s availability on Game Pass. This latest move follows ongoing scrutiny of the Activision Blizzard acquisition by the FTC, raising questions about Microsoft’s commitment to keeping games accessible across platforms.
XDefiant, a free-to-play multiplayer shooter blending elements of Call of Duty and Overwatch, surprised me with its engaging gameplay. While initially skeptical, I found myself drawn to its unique faction abilities, intuitive gunplay, and satisfying weapon progression. Despite some shortcomings in presentation, XDefiant offers a refreshing and surprisingly addictive experience for fans of both military shooters and hero shooters.
This article provides a complete list of all Call of Duty games, both in order of release date and chronologically within the series timeline. Discover the evolution of the franchise, from its World War II origins to futuristic warfare, and explore the games that have captivated gamers for nearly two decades.
Following its independence from Activision, Toys for Bob, renowned for its contributions to the Call of Duty and Crash Bandicoot franchises, has announced a partnership with Microsoft’s Xbox division to publish its upcoming game. While details about the project remain under wraps, the studio is enthusiastic about the collaboration and dedicated to delivering an exceptional gaming experience.
A rare animated weapon camo, Binary Morality, is now available in both Warzone and Modern Warfare 3. To unlock it, players must earn 548,500 XP by playing the Vortex Mosh Pit Playlist or completing daily and weekly objectives. The event runs until Wednesday, May 8.
The new Party Skin Bonus system in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare and Warzone grants players double XP for equipping specific Operator skins. Players who purchase these skins and equip them in a party of two or more will receive Double Level XP and Double Weapon XP. In Trios or full Squads, players will also earn Double Battle Pass XP. The featured skin rotates regularly, so players must keep up with the latest offerings to continuously enjoy the XP boosts.
The popular shooter franchise, Call of Duty, has introduced a new dinosaur-themed operator skin called CODasaurus Ultra. This joins the game’s collection of humorous character designs, including the Stoney Sloth, Easter bunnies, and other animal-related skins.
