Call of Duty: Vanguard
News, coverage and analysis tracking Call of Duty: Vanguard across the outlets.- There's a surprising amount of major games you can't play on Valve's Steam Machine - here are eight of the biggest, and whyValve's Steam Machine, despite its potential, faces significant limitations due to its SteamOS (a Linux variant) not supporting many popular games. This is primarily caused by anti-cheat software, which is incompatible with Linux, rendering titles like Destiny 2, Fortnite, Battlefield 6, Apex Legends, GTA Online, EA Sports FC 24, and modern Call of Duty games unplayable. While installing Windows is an option, it defeats the purpose of the console-like device.
- Call of Duty: Vanguard Releases on Xbox Game PassCall of Duty: Vanguard is now available on Xbox Game Pass for Cloud, Console, and PC, starting June 17, 2026. The addition includes the full campaign, over 20 multiplayer maps, and the Zombies co-op mode. This move by Microsoft follows their acquisition of Activision Blizzard, expanding the Game Pass library with older Call of Duty titles.
- Xbox Game Pass Loses 8 More Games Very SoonMicrosoft is removing eight games from Xbox Game Pass on June 30, including Payday 2, Tomb Raider, Rise of the Tomb Raider, Slay the Spire, Ultimate Chicken Horse, Mecha Break, Volcano Princess, and Unpacking. Subscribers can purchase these titles at a discount before they are delisted. New additions to Game Pass in June include Call of Duty: Vanguard and EA Sports FC 26.
- Here's your next batch of Xbox Game Pass games for JuneMicrosoft has announced new games coming to Xbox Game Pass in June and early July, including EA Sports FC 26, Call of Duty: Vanguard, and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4. Several titles are also departing the service on June 30th.
- Three New Games Hit Game Pass This Week – Including Two Huge NamesXbox Game Pass is adding three new games this week: Junkster on June 16th, Call of Duty: Vanguard on June 17th, and EA Sports FC 26 on June 18th. Junkster is a Day One indie title, while Vanguard expands the Call of Duty presence on the service, and EA Sports FC 26 brings the latest EA football simulation. Additional titles like Abyssus, RV There Yet?, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4, and Winds of Arcana: Ruination are also slated for release on Game Pass in the coming weeks.
- Xbox Game Pass Gets Another Round Of New Games In JuneXbox has announced the second wave of games coming to Game Pass in June, including Junkster, Call of Duty: Vanguard, EA Sports FC 26, Abyssus, and RV There Yet?. Additionally, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 and Winds of Arcana: Ruination are confirmed for July. Several titles, including Tomb Raider games and Unpacking, will be leaving the service on June 30.
- Game Pass adds EA Sports FC 26, RV There Yet?, Winds of Arcana: Ruination, and more in late June to early JulyMicrosoft has announced new titles coming to Game Pass between late June and early July, including EA Sports FC 26, RV There Yet?, and Winds of Arcana: Ruination. Several other games like Junkster, Call of Duty: Vanguard, and Abyssus are also being added. Additionally, the article lists games that will be leaving the Game Pass library on June 30.
- Xbox Game Pass lineup for late June 2026 announcedMicrosoft has revealed the upcoming games for Xbox Game Pass in late June 2026, including day-one releases like Junkster and Abyssus. Notable additions include Call of Duty: Vanguard, EA Sports FC 26, and Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4. Several titles are also departing the service at the end of June.
- Coming to XBOX Game Pass: EA Sports FC 26, RV There Yet?, Winds of Arcana: Ruination, and MoreXbox Game Pass is adding several new titles throughout June and July, including EA Sports FC 26, RV There Yet?, and Winds of Arcana: Ruination. The service will also see the addition of Call of Duty: Vanguard, Abyssus, and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4. Several games are also leaving the Game Pass library at the end of June.
- Call of Duty: Vanguard and EA Sports FC 26 Joining Game Pass This WeekXbox Game Pass is adding several titles throughout June and July, including Call of Duty: Vanguard on June 17th and EA Sports FC 26 on June 18th. New additions also feature Abyssus, RV There Yet?, and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4. Several games will depart the service on June 30th, such as Mecha BREAK and Slay the Spire.
- 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.
- Major 2021 PS5 Game Loses Multiplayer Feature, Trophies SafeSledgehammer Games has retired the Clans feature for Call of Duty: Vanguard, a game that was a best-seller on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 in 2021. In a notable change, the "Hello There" trophy, previously tied to joining a clan, has been updated to unlock simply by starting the game's campaign, ensuring players are not locked out of Platinum trophies.
- The Call of Duty schism: Why fans are trapped in a forever war with each otherThe Call of Duty series is experiencing a significant schism among its player base, driven by creative differences between its primary development studios, Infinity Ward and Treyarch. This divide manifests in player preferences for distinct gameplay styles, such as Infinity Ward's grounded realism versus Treyarch's faster-paced, more experimental approach. The article examines how this long-standing conflict, exacerbated by Activision's demanding release schedule and studio roles, impacts the franchise's direction and player loyalty.
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- 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.
- Black Ops 6 Fans Complain About Reused Assets in Zombies ModeFans of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 are expressing frustration over the perceived reuse of assets in the game's Zombies mode. Concerns include the return of familiar maps, perks, field upgrades, ammo mods, and especially the Wunderwaffe DG-2 and Ray Gun Mark II, alongside recurring enemy types.
- Call of Duty: Vanguard – Ultimate Edition Review (Xbox Series X)Call of Duty: Vanguard Ultimate Edition on Xbox Series X offers a gritty World War II campaign with stunning visuals and cinematic action. The game features a robust multiplayer suite with numerous modes and maps, alongside an overhauled Zombies experience. While it delivers expected Call of Duty thrills, some occasional performance stutters and repetitive MVP cutscenes are noted.