Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War
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Modern Warfare 4 pre-orders are required for early beta access but bonuses also include double XP, steelbooks, and…Pre-orders for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 are now available, offering early access to the open beta in October and a release date of October 23, 2026. Bonuses include double XP, steelbook cases, and various in-game cosmetics for the Standard and Vault Editions. A loyalty discount is available for players who have previously purchased Call of Duty titles released after 2019.- Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Has A “Loyalty” Discount For The Vault Edition, Here’s How To Get ItActivision has announced a "Loyalty" discount for the $100 Vault Edition of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, offering 10% off to players who have owned and played qualifying Call of Duty titles since 2019. The discount also applies to those who have claimed a qualifying title via PlayStation Plus or played one on Xbox Game Pass with an active subscription. This offer is valid for pre-orders on the same platform and account, and does not apply to the Vault Edition upgrade.
Gamescom Latam shows Brazil's dev scene has huge potential, but it's waiting for a spark | OpinionGamescom Latam in São Paulo highlights Brazil's growing game development scene, which possesses strong industry infrastructure and government support frameworks. However, a significant lack of funding and investment is hindering its potential to reach the next level, with industry figures emphasizing the need for financial incentives and tax breaks to attract further investment and foster growth.- How to find Olaf’s Cod Cranker and fish in Black Ops 7 Zombies – Totenreich fish easter eggThis guide explains how to find Olaf's Cod Cranker fishing rod and complete the fish easter egg in the Totenreich map for Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War Zombies. The fishing rod can be found at various POIs, and once placed, players can fish for random rewards or encounter more zombies. A separate fish item can be found on Beacon Island, though it is not required for the Wonder Weapon easter egg.
- How to get the Jotunn Star Wonder Weapon in Black Ops 7 Zombies TotenreichThis guide details how to obtain the Jotunn Star Wonder Weapon in the Totenreich map for Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War Zombies. Players must collect three key items: Chain Links from a boat at Dry Dock, a Lantern dropped after surviving wave 10, and Chili Chunks found near the Deadshot Daiquiri machine. These items are used in the Burial Grounds shrine to summon a ghost that leads to the Lighthouse, where the Jotunn Star can be found at the top.
CoD: Black Ops 7 Zombies Map Trailer Teases A Gigantic Boss And OG VibesTreyarch has released a trailer for the new round-based Zombies map, Totenreich, coming to Call of Duty: Black Ops 7's Season 3 Reloaded update. The map is set in a Norwegian fishing town warped into the Dark Aether and features ties to original Zombies lore, including Richtofen and Group 935, as well as a giant frost monster boss fight. This new content continues Treyarch's Dark Aether Saga.
AAA Game Budgets Regularly Reach $300m, New Report ClaimsA new report indicates that AAA game budgets frequently exceed $300 million, with some titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War reportedly costing up to $700 million. These high costs are attributed to developer salaries and overhead, not executive compensation, and may explain industry trends like layoffs and long development cycles. In contrast, indie games like Mewgenics can be profitable with significantly lower budgets.- 2019's Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Is Blowing Up on Steam Thanks to a Big Sale and Positive Word of MouthCall of Duty: Modern Warfare has seen a significant surge in its player count on Steam, reaching a new peak of over 61,000 concurrent players. This increase is attributed to a substantial sale on the game and positive word-of-mouth recommendations, surpassing the player numbers of Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War on the platform.
- An unprecedented sale just skyrocketed Call of Duty Modern Warfare above Black Ops 7. Is it a clue to what's next?The 2019 title Call of Duty: Modern Warfare has seen a surge in player count on PC, surpassing Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, due to a 90% discount during the Steam Spring Sale. This event may hint at future developments for the franchise.
How To Pack-A-Punch On Paradox Junction In CoD: Black Ops 7 ZombiesThis guide explains how to unlock the Pack-a-Punch machine on the Paradox Junction map in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Zombies. Players must find truck keys, survive a special round with Rad-Hounds to travel to the past, move the truck, and then disrupt a temporal storm by shooting glowing orbs.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 (Campaign) ReviewThe campaign for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, developed by Raven Software and Treyarch, is a significant return to form for the series, offering engaging level design, mission variety, and a compelling narrative. It successfully blends traditional Call of Duty set pieces with more open exploration and introduces new mechanics like omni-movement without feeling gimmicky. Despite some issues with the Call of Duty HQ launcher, the overall experience is a strong, enjoyable single-player adventure.
Will the Black Ops 6 Zombies Story Continue in Call of Duty 2025?Speculation is mounting regarding the continuation of the Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Zombies storyline in the upcoming Call of Duty 2025 title, reportedly developed by Treyarch. Leaks suggest a potential return of the original Zombies crew and a shift in map settings compared to Black Ops 6, though the narrative has already seen some continuation in Modern Warfare 3 Zombies.
Shattered Veil Countdown: Black Ops 6’s Next Zombies Map Release Date & TimeThe new Zombies map for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Shattered Veil, is set to release on April 3, 2025, coinciding with the launch of Season 3. While an initial delay pushed Season 3 back by two weeks, the map is expected to be available on day one. There is a possibility it could release mid-season, but this is considered unlikely given the focus on the Zombies community.