Call of Duty: Ghosts
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Battlefield 6 is altering its long-range gunplay to feel more like Battlefield 4Battlefield Studios is overhauling the gunplay in Battlefield 6 to feel more like Battlefield 4, with changes set to arrive on June 30th. The update focuses on making recoil more predictable and adjusting muzzle velocity to discourage full-auto fire at range. Damage multipliers are also being tweaked to differentiate between body zones, aiming to slightly reduce the average time-to-kill while maintaining close-quarters effectiveness.
Battlefield 6 Introduces A Familiar Call of Duty: Ghosts Mechanic to Cap Off Season 3Battlefield 6's Season 3 update introduces the High-Value Target system, similar to Call of Duty: Ghosts' Field Orders. This new mechanic, called Contracts, allows players to pick up mid-mission objectives from fallen enemies for undisclosed rewards. The update also includes various gunplay and vehicle adjustments, alongside a new menu for tracking event objectives.
Battlefield 6's next update is bringing back a classic mechanic… from Call of Duty: GhostsBattlefield 6's upcoming update, arriving June 30th, will introduce a new 'Contract' system in its 'Wet Work' event, which bears a strong resemblance to the 'Field Order' mechanic from Call of Duty: Ghosts. Players will pick up contracts dropped by eliminated enemies to complete mid-match objectives for rewards. The update also includes changes to gunplay, vehicle balance, and a new event menu.
Treyarch’s Mark Gordon Steps Down as Studio Head After 22 YearsTreyarch studio head Mark Gordon is retiring after 22 years, with Kevin Hendrickson and Yale Miller stepping up as new co-studio heads. The studio, known for its work on the Call of Duty franchise, is not developing this year's entry, which is Infinity Ward's Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. This new title will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch on October 23rd, and will feature a new story, updated multiplayer movement, and the return of the DMZ mode.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4’s Multiplayer Movement Showcased in New VideoInfinity Ward has released a new video showcasing the multiplayer movement options in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. The footage highlights features like sliding, vaulting, and sliding over cars, with design leads emphasizing a natural feel and mastery potential. The game is set to launch on October 23rd for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch, omitting last-generation consoles.
Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 supports Switch 2 Joy-Con mouse controls, but I really wouldn't recommend itActivision's Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will feature Joy-Con mouse controls on the Nintendo Switch 2, a feature the author strongly advises against due to stability and comfort issues during intense gameplay. While the Joy-Cons are functional for casual use, a dedicated gaming mouse is recommended for a better experience.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Studio Says Cosmetics Will be “Anchored in the Game’s Narrative”Infinity Ward has stated that all aspects of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, including cosmetics and collaborations, will be anchored in the game's narrative to ensure authenticity. The developer is seeking community feedback on cosmetic ideas. The game will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2, skipping previous-generation consoles.- Call of Duty: Warzone loses PS4 and Xbox One support this yearActivision is ending support for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions of Call of Duty: Warzone starting June 4th, with the in-game store being removed on June 25th. This change aligns with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 also not releasing on last-generation consoles. Warzone will remain playable until the launch of its new year of content following Modern Warfare 4's release on October 23rd.
Modern Warfare 4 is coming to the Switch 2, but not PS4 or Xbox OneActivision has announced Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, which will launch on October 23rd for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PC, and the Nintendo Switch 2. This marks the first Call of Duty title on a Nintendo console since Call of Duty: Ghosts on the Wii U. The game will skip the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, and the free-to-play Call of Duty: Warzone will also be removed from those older platforms.
"Right now, we support crossplay between Switch 2 and the rest of the platforms": Modern Warfare 4 ends the…Modern Warfare 4 is confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2, with Infinity Ward developing the title alongside Digital Legends. The game will feature crossplay support between the Switch 2 and other platforms like PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. This marks the return of Call of Duty to Nintendo hardware after a decade, facilitated by a 10-year agreement ensuring content parity following Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 announced for Switch 2, first series game on a Nintendo platform since Wii UCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 has been officially announced for the Nintendo Switch 2, marking the franchise's return to a Nintendo platform since Call of Duty: Ghosts on the Wii U in 2013. Developed by Infinity Ward, the game is set to launch on October 23, 2026, and will feature campaign, multiplayer, and DMZ modes with a story focused on conflict in Korea and Captain Price's personal mission.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on Switch 2 is Co-Developed by Warzone Mobile StudioCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will launch on October 23rd for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, with a native version also coming to the Nintendo Switch 2. Infinity Ward is co-developing the Switch 2 version with Digital Legends, a studio that previously worked on Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile. The game will feature advanced graphics options, including ray tracing and upscaling technologies like DLSS 4.5 on PC, and will support Xbox Play Anywhere.
Modern Warfare 4 Reveal Looks Imminent As Infinity Ward Teases A “Relentless” ExperienceInfinity Ward has begun teasing its next Call of Duty title, presumed to be Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, promising a "bold" and "relentless" experience. Unlike recent entries, Modern Warfare 4 will not launch on Game Pass or PlayStation 4. The game is expected to launch in November and will compete with Grand Theft Auto 6.
Call Of Duty is not being released on PS4 this year confirms ActivisionActivision has confirmed that this year's Call of Duty title will not be released on PlayStation 4, marking a shift to current-generation consoles only. This decision comes amidst rumors of continued cross-generation development and follows the discontinuation of PlayStation 4 releases for the series starting in 2026. The company has not yet officially announced the game, but it is widely speculated to be Modern Warfare 4.
Call of Duty 2026 is Not Coming to Previous-Gen Consoles, Ending 12-Year StreakThe next Call of Duty title, rumored to be Modern Warfare 4, will not be developed for the PlayStation 4, ending a 12-year streak of cross-generational releases. This marks the first time since Call of Duty: Ghosts in 2013 that a new entry will be exclusive to current-generation consoles like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.
The Next Call Of Duty Won't Be On PS4, Says ActivisionActivision has officially denied rumors that the next Call of Duty game will be released on PlayStation 4, confirming it will not be developed for the last-generation console. This marks the first time since 2013 that the franchise will skip the PlayStation 4, and likely the Xbox One as well, as developers move towards newer hardware.
Asset reuse in videogames is essential, and we need to embrace it, says Assassin's Creed and Far Cry director:…Alex Hutchinson, director of Assassin's Creed and Far Cry, argues that asset reuse in video games is essential and should be embraced. He points to successful examples from Japanese developers like FromSoftware and Sega's Yakuza series, contrasting them with past controversies and the current industry need for efficiency due to funding challenges.
Call of Duty: Ghosts Gets Its Overdue Respect from Gaming CommunityCall of Duty: Ghosts, initially criticized in 2013, is now receiving renewed appreciation from the gaming community and content creators. Aspects like its dynamic maps, Extinction mode, and darker campaign are being highlighted as innovative. The game's deliberate pacing and weapon handling, once seen as flaws, are now viewed as intentional design choices that have aged well with shifts in the gaming landscape.
Call of Duty co-founder claims Activision put "very awkward pressure" on Infinity Ward to make a game about Iran invading IsraelChance Glasco, a co-founder of Infinity Ward, claims Activision pressured the studio to create a Call of Duty game centered on Iran invading Israel. Glasco stated that many developers were against the idea, viewing it as political propaganda. He also contrasted this with earlier Call of Duty titles, which aimed to depict the horrors of war.