What a New Call of Duty Sub-Series Means for Players

This shift could give players the fresh experiences they've been asking for, while opening the door for new settings and gameplay styles beyond the familiar Black Ops and Modern Warfare brands.

This shift could give players the fresh experiences they've been asking for, while opening the door for new settings and gameplay styles beyond the familiar Black Ops and Modern Warfare brands.

Key points - Activision CMO Tyler Bahl confirmed a new Call of Duty sub-series is in development. - Modern Warfare 4 marks the fifth straight year of Black Ops or Modern Warfare entries. - Treyarch teased it's working on something that nobody's ever experienced before. - Sledgehammer Games is reportedly in charge of 2027's Call of Duty, which might introduce a new sub-series. - The last non-Black Ops or Modern Warfare game was 2021's Vanguard, made by Sledgehammer.

Timeline - October 16: Campaign early access for Modern Warfare 4 begins for preorders. - October 20: DMZ mode unlocks for Modern Warfare 4 preorders. - October 23: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 launches on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2. - 2027: Sledgehammer Games is reportedly in charge of Call of Duty, possibly a new sub-series.

FAQ

Q: When does Modern Warfare 4 come out? A: Modern Warfare 4 launches October 23 on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2. Preordering gets you campaign early access on October 16 and DMZ on October 20.

Q: What will the new Call of Duty sub-series be about? A: Activision hasn't revealed details yet. Treyarch teased it's working on something nobody's ever experienced before, but no official info has been shared.

Q: Will there be another Black Ops or Modern Warfare game? A: Activision says it won't do back-to-back sequels in the same sub-series, so future titles will likely alternate with new sub-franchises.