What a New Call of Duty Sub-Franchise Means for Players
This move signals Activision's response to player fatigue with sequel fatigue, potentially reshaping the franchise's future and giving fans the fresh experience they've been asking for.
This move signals Activision's response to player fatigue with sequel fatigue, potentially reshaping the franchise's future and giving fans the fresh experience they've been asking for.
Key points - Activision confirms next year's Call of Duty will be a new sub-franchise like Vanguard, not a sequel. - Marketing lead Tyler Bahl says the community wanted a fresh tonal shift after recent Modern Warfare and Black Ops games. - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 launches October 23 on PS5, Xbox Series X, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. - Modern Warfare 4's campaign is set on the Korean Peninsula, with locations including New York, Paris, and Mumbai.
Timeline - 2021: Call of Duty: Vanguard released as a new sub-franchise. - 2026: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 launches on October 23 for PS5, Xbox Series X, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. - 2027: Next Call of Duty title will be a new sub-franchise, per Activision.
FAQ
Q: When is the next new Call of Duty sub-franchise coming out? A: Activision hasn't announced a specific release date, but it will be after Modern Warfare 4, which launches October 23, 2026.
Q: Will Modern Warfare 4 be on Nintendo Switch 2? A: Yes, Modern Warfare 4 will be the first Call of Duty on a Nintendo platform since Ghosts in 2013, launching on Switch 2.
Q: What is the campaign setting of Modern Warfare 4? A: The campaign centers on the Korean Peninsula with a full-scale invasion threat, plus missions in New York, Paris, and Mumbai.
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