Modern Warfare 2
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Mouthwashing is finally on consoles and Xbox Game Pass, and it's a Halloween must for horror fans
The first-person horror adventure game Mouthwashing, developed by Wrong Organ, is now available on consoles including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X/S, as well as on Xbox Game Pass. Praised for its masterful environmental design, strong audio, and impactful, non-chronological story, the game offers a psychological horror experience rather than relying on jump scares. It is also currently available at a 40 percent discount on Steam.
Hands on: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 review-in-progress: "Spectacular set pieces that deliver on years of storytelling keep invested in the campaign"
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 offers a confident and cinematic campaign that brings years of storytelling to a satisfying conclusion. It features spectacular set pieces, strong performances, and surprising moral complexity, though it is occasionally hampered by rigid mission design and frustrating restrictions. The game is set for release on October 23, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X.
As it lays off developers and closes studios, Xbox gets into the movie business
Xbox has launched a new division called Xbox XP, focusing on film, television, merchandise, partnerships, and live experiences, headed by former Mojang president Kayleen Walters. This move comes as Xbox is undergoing significant layoffs and studio closures, drawing criticism for prioritizing expensive new ventures over game development staff.
Modern Warfare 4’s DMZ Mode Adds A Social Hangout With Plenty Of Perks
Modern Warfare 4's DMZ mode will feature a new social hub called Forward Operating Base (FOB) on Hajin, allowing players to interact between matches, manage loadouts, and store loot. This expanded social space aims to enhance the extraction mode's progression and replayability, addressing storage limitations found in Modern Warfare 2's beta.
Halo needed to change, but Activision faces a huge challenge to fix it
Microsoft has transferred control of the Halo franchise from 343 Industries to Activision, a move met with skepticism due to Activision's track record with Call of Duty. While 343 Industries had successes like Halo Infinite's multiplayer and art direction, they struggled with campaign storytelling and consistent releases. The author questions Activision's ability to preserve Halo's unique identity while attempting to revitalize its relevance in the current shooter landscape.
Games Inbox: What will be the next Nintendo remake after Zelda: Ocarina Of Time?
Readers discuss potential future Nintendo remakes following the success of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced and the anticipated Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake. There is also speculation about FromSoftware's next project and a desire for id Software to perfect its modern Doom titles. The discussion also touches on the shift to digital distribution and the future of physical media.
Xbox has lost five studios – so who is left to make new video games?
Xbox has undergone significant layoffs, impacting approximately 3,200 staff members and leading to five studios divesting from the company. Xbox leadership aims to refocus on core franchises and expand its daily audience to over a billion people through its services. The article details the remaining studios, their current projects, and their future prospects under this new strategy.
Former Call of Duty frontman launches new studio with a 'Stop Killing Games'-style mission statement: If the…
Former Call of Duty strategist Robert Bowlling has co-founded a new studio called //18.bravo, aiming to "stop killing games" with a focus on "forever play" and community-driven longevity. The studio's debut project will not be a live service game and will feature dedicated servers and optimized P2P architecture. Bowlling also plans to open-source code and assets if the studio ceases operations, promoting a replicable model for game preservation.
"Going independent meant taking a massive, massive risk": How Toys for Bob split off from Activision and Xbox…
Toys for Bob has successfully spun off from Activision and Xbox to regain its independence, a move described as a massive risk. The studio is now developing a new Spyro game, Spyro: A Realm Beyond, for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X, set to release in 2027. This independence allows Toys for Bob to return to making games they are passionate about, leveraging their expertise from the Spyro and Crash Bandicoot franchises.
Modern Warfare 4 goes head-to-head with Arc Raiders and Escape from Tarkov as Call of Duty's extraction shooter…
Activision is re-entering the extraction shooter genre with Modern Warfare 4, featuring an expanded DMZ mode described as the definitive Call of Duty extraction experience. The game is set to launch on October 23, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X, promising a living combat sandbox with shifting conditions and dynamic objectives. Infinity Ward aims to refine the extraction shooter formula based on lessons learned from the Modern Warfare 2 beta.
Call of Duty 2026 is reportedly another Modern Warfare game from Infinity Ward
Reports suggest that Infinity Ward is developing the Call of Duty game for 2026, which is expected to continue the rebooted Modern Warfare series. While not officially confirmed by Activision, the game is rumored to be a successor to Modern Warfare 3 and may release on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. Despite Microsoft's ownership of Activision, the game is not expected to launch day one on Game Pass.
Call of Duty shuts down PS4 rumors, confirming current gen focus for 2026 entry
Activision has officially denied rumors that the next Call of Duty title, expected in 2026, will be developed for the PlayStation 4. This marks a shift towards a current-generation-only focus, with the game slated for release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The publisher aims to leverage new hardware for an improved player experience.
Call of Duty Player Finally Hits Breaking Point Over Massive File Size | HappyGamer
A dedicated Call of Duty player has uninstalled the game for the first time in years due to its massive file size, highlighting a growing issue in the industry. Modern titles like Call of Duty, Gears 5, and Red Dead Redemption 2 demand hundreds of gigabytes, straining console storage and bandwidth. While solutions like modular installs exist, developers are criticized for prioritizing development speed over storage efficiency, leading to player frustration.
Call of Duty Movie Release Date Announced
Activision has announced that the live-action Call of Duty movie, written, produced, and directed by Peter Berg and Taylor Sheridan, is set to release on June 30, 2028. The film is a co-development between Activision and Paramount. The article also touches on rumors about Call of Duty potentially being removed from Game Pass and the next mainline Call of Duty game launching in October, reportedly a sequel in the Modern Warfare reboot series.
Half-Life writer was surprised how few FPS games followed Valve's approach to story: "Medal Of Honor, for instance, and Call Of Duty both followed those principles, but it was inconsistent"
Marc Laidlaw, writer for the influential game Half-Life, expressed surprise that more first-person shooter games did not adopt Valve's approach to storytelling. While games like Medal of Honor and Call of Duty showed some influence, their application of immersive, first-person narrative techniques was inconsistent. Laidlaw believes this approach is risky but can be highly effective when executed well.
The Call of Duty schism: Why fans are trapped in a forever war with each other
The 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.
You Might Never Hold Your Steam Library In Your Hands, But This New Game Is The Next Best Thing
The new PC game Boxroom allows players to virtually organize their Steam library onto shelves within a designed room, mimicking the satisfaction of physical game collection management. A demo is available now, with a full release scheduled for Q2 2026. The game auto-generates boxes with screenshots and allows launching directly into installed titles.
GGWP: AI Moderation Platform Backed by Riot & Sony
ToxMod, an AI system developed by Modulate, analyzes over 160 million hours of gaming voice chat to flag potential violations for human review, aiming to reduce toxicity in multiplayer games. The system, used in titles like Call of Duty and Grand Theft Auto Online, analyzes speech patterns, tone, and context rather than relying on keyword filters, with a human moderator making the final enforcement decision. Recent updates include improved intent detection and easier integration for developers via Discord's Social SDK.
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 Community
Call 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.
