Activision confirmed that a new "Call of Duty" is on its way this year of 2021! The popular game publisher revealed that the multiplayer-shooting game will have a new installment in the popular title series.
GERMANY - AUGUST 17: Visitors stands in front of the "Call of Duty" stand at the Gamescom 2016 gaming trade fair during the media day on August 17, 2016 in Cologne, Germany. Gamescom is the world's largest digital gaming trade fair and will be open to the public. Call of Duty panel during E3 2019 at the Novo Theatre in Los Angeles, California.
However, Activision didn't confirm who will be the one to develop it. According to ScreenRant's latest report, Sledgehammer was previously tasked to release a "Call of Duty" in 2020. However, since it had some issues with Raven Software, which it had partnered to develop the game, the project underwent major changes.
Because of this, Activision passed the game's development to Treyarch and told the developer to release "Call of Duty" 2020 earlier than expected. This just shows that Activision's decision is unpredictable since it could choose any of the developers to make the upcoming "Call of Duty" 2021.
"CoD" 2021's release date and other details
Previously, Tom Henderson, a game industry insider, claimed that the upcoming title would be released on Nov. 21, 2021. He even showed a graph showing the release pattern of Activision's "Call of Duty" series. Henderson also believed that Sledgehammer might be the one developing it right now since it is still working on an alleged shooting game since 2019.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 01: A screen showing the game Call of Duty displays ahead of a qualifying match at the 2015 Call of Duty European Championships at The Royal Opera House on March 1, 2015 in London, England. The event sees 28 teams from across Europe and the Middle East compete in order to qualify for the 2015 Call of Duty world finals in Los Angeles on March 27. Electronic sports (eSports) are increasing in popularity with over 70 million people regularly streaming eSports tournaments online last year.
On the other hand, Activision didn't release any statement regarding the game's console compatibility. It did not confirm if it will be exclusive for the latest PS5 and Xbox Series X/S next-gen consoles or if it'll be playable in older versions.
There are also rumors circulating on the internet, claiming that Activision will bring a more futuristic ambiance to the current game. Speculations stated that Sledgehammer could develop a "Call of Duty" version that is based between 2054 and 2061. However, these are all just rumors. It is still advisable to wait for Activision's actual announcements.
3v3 mode in "Call of Duty" Mobile?
Activision is not only focusing on its PC and console-based shooting games. The popular game publisher is also releasing new updates on its "Call of Duty" Mobile. GameRant confirmed that the popular mobile shooting game will have a new 3v3 Gunfight. The new variant offers two extra player slots into the mix. If you want to know more details about the new mode, just click here.
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Written by: Giuliano de Leon.
