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Call of Duty: Creating Supernatural Operators for Season 06: The Haunting

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Making things go bump in the night usually has a very different meaning in Call of Duty – you’re usually surprising an opponent with a well-placed grenade. But Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II’s Season 06 – The Haunting has been adding supernatural elements to Multiplayer, and Call of duty: Warzone since last month to help give that phrase a delicious double meaning.

We’ve seen a zombie outbreak in Call of Duty: Warzone’s Vondel map, a limited-time Zombie Royale mode, spooky map reskins in Multiplayer, and Halloween-themed twists on classic Multiplayer modes. But perhaps most exciting are the crossover characters we’ve seen arriving as playable Operators, and themed weapon packs based on iconic franchises.

Headlined by Todd McFarlane’s Spawn, we can now see Skeletor from “Masters of the Universe” in-game, Ash from “Evil Dead 2,” and Diablo IV’s Inarius will be making an appearance soon as well, among others. It’s clearly been a massive undertaking to bring so much Halloween-themed content to Call of Duty – but Infinity Ward Production Director Dino Verano says it’s been an enjoyable one.

“It’s been super fun, and you could literally feel the excitement through the walls and Zoom calls. We were lucky enough to work with such iconic partners and be able to bring it all to life in a Call of Duty way we know players will love.”

Of course, bringing iconic characters to the game comes with its own quirks – we made sure to ask about the process of introducing some of these big names came about.

Spawn

The Haunting’s Spawn content (out now) is anything but a single Operator skin. We’ve seen Spawn’s human form, Al Simmons, added as an operator alongside his classic costumed look (above), a Burned Spawn Al Simmons skin, and skins for many of his greatest foes – from Violator to Disruptor.

“Working on Spawn with Todd McFarlane was an absolute blast,” says Verano. “He’s always got a great story and never fails to make us all laugh – the hardest thing with him was ending meetings on time. ‘Take my creation and turn it into something awesome!’ — what a legend…”

Doom

One of the originators of the FPS genre, it’s no surprise to see Doom represented as part of The Haunting. This Tracer Weapon Bundle (out now) adds the original’s long-range shotgun and chainsaw to the mix.

“A lot of us here grew up playing Doom, but some of the younger folks in the studio were wondering what Doom was, so we took a stroll down memory lane and watched some gameplay, which was so much fun – and it’s still awesome by the way.”

Hellsing

The classic manga and anime series “Hellsing” focuses on an organization dedicated to battling vampires and other supernatural forces, so it’s a perfect fit for The Haunting. The Hellsing Bundle (out now) offers players the chance to step into the shoes of Alucard, the vampire turned vampire hunter.

“Even though Alucard is always smiling, there’s really nothing funny about that one… but he really turned out fantastic, the team really nailed the anime aesthetic, even the way his glasses sort of glow in the darkness.”

Evil Dead 2

Ash Williams is no stranger to fighting off the forces of evil, so this Operator Bundle (available now) fits in very nicely. Adding the version of Ash from “Evil Dead 2,” complete with boomstick Weapon Blueprints and more, there’s even a special extra detail the team worked on:

“For Evil Dead 2, our partners mentioned, ‘OK, just remember that no matter what, Ash always has blood on his face.’ And on a call, our team was just like, ‘OK, so what if we make it reactive, and his face and weapons all just get bloodier as he goes?’”

Diablo IV

The Call of Duty team didn’t have to look too far for fellow developers with experience of creating games about fighting off the forces of Hell. Their Activision Blizzard colleagues on the Diablo IV team opened the door to creating Operator Bundles based on the fallen archangel Inarius (coming soon), and the demon queen herself, Lilith (out now).

“We had multiple meetings discussing Diablo content with the team down at Blizzard. We had an awesome time discussing the project with them overall, and every single one of the meetings involved several people yelling, ‘fresh meat!’”

Skeletor

One of the greatest cartoon villains ever is quite literally (and some would say confusingly) a musclebound skeleton – I personally cannot wait to see him sharing the field with other Operators. The Skeletor Bundle (out now) comes with a wonderful new Operator, sorcery-themed Blueprints, and new Emblems – but it had an unintended side-effect for the team: “Don’t even get me started on the Skeletor laughs and impressions you constantly hear up and down our hallways…”

Season 06: The Haunting will continue in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II and Call of Duty: Warzone until the end of October – make sure to check it out to grab the Halloween crossover pack of your nightmares…

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Call of Duty® HQ supports Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® III, Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® II and Call of Duty®: Warzone™. Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® III is the direct sequel to the record-breaking Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® II. Captain Price and Task Force 141 face off against the ultimate threat. The ultranationalist war criminal Vladimir Makarov is extending his grasp across the world causing Task Force 141 to fight like never before. Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® II drops players into an unprecedented global conflict that features the return of the iconic Operators of Task Force 141. Call of Duty®: Warzone™ is the massive free-to-play combat arena which features Battle Royales, Resurgence and DMZ. For more information, please visit www.callofduty.com. © 2022-2023 Activision Publishing, Inc. ACTIVISION, CALL OF DUTY, MODERN WARFARE and CALL OF DUTY WARZONE are trademarks of Activision Publishing, Inc. All other trademarks and trade names are the properties of their respective owners. This product contains software technology licensed from Id Software (‚Id Technology‘). Id Technology © 1999-2023 Id Software, Inc.

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Includes: – Cross Gen Bundle of Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® II
— Includes Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S versions of the game Welcome to the new era of Call of Duty®. Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® II drops players into an unprecedented global conflict that features the return of the iconic Operators of Task Force 141. Infinity Ward brings fans state-of-the-art gameplay, with all-new gun handling, advanced AI system, a new Gunsmith and a suite of other gameplay and graphical innovations that elevate the franchise to new heights. Modern Warfare® II launches with a globe-trotting single-player campaign, immersive Multiplayer combat and an evolved Special Ops game mode featuring tactical co-op gameplay. You also get access to Call of Duty®: Warzone™, the all-new Battle Royale experience. For more information, please visit www.callofduty.com. © 2022-2023 Activision Publishing, Inc. ACTIVISION, CALL OF DUTY, MODERN WARFARE and CALL OF DUTY WARZONE are trademarks of Activision Publishing, Inc. All other trademarks and trade names are the properties of their respective owners. This product contains software technology licensed from Id Software (‚Id Technology‘). Id Technology © 1999-2023 Id Software, Inc.

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Welcome to Warzone™, the massive free-to-play combat arena which now features the brand-new map, Al Mazrah. Turn the Heat Up
Join forces with your friends and jump into a sprawling battleground in the metropolitan area and rural outskirts within the Republic of Adal. Loot For Rewards
Discover supply boxes and complete contracts to build your arsenal and gain a tactical advantage. Introducing DMZ Mode
Drop into the all-new sandbox objective-based mode to choose your own experience within the warzone and collecting gear to keep in your Call of Duty®: Warzone™ inventory. Purchase the Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® II Vault Edition and get the Red Team 141 Operator Pack, FJX Cinder Weapon Vault*, 10 hours of 2XP, 10 hours of Weapons 2XP, Battle Pass and 50 Tier Skips** – also usable in Warzone™. An Xbox Live Gold subscription is not required to play the Warzone™ game mode. All other online modes still require Xbox Live Gold. *Weapon Vault design limited to Weapon Vault contents at launch. **Battle Pass redemption applies to one season of Modern Warfare® II Battle Pass only. For more information, please visit www.callofduty.com. © 2022-2023 Activision Publishing, Inc. ACTIVISION, CALL OF DUTY, MODERN WARFARE and CALL OF DUTY WARZONE are trademarks of Activision Publishing, Inc. All other trademarks and trade names are the properties of their respective owners. This product contains software technology licensed from Id Software (‚Id Technology‘). Id Technology © 1999-2023 Id Software, Inc.

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25/10/2023
Everything to know about Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II and Warzone 2.0 Season 1, out November 16

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Get ready for a new era of competition with the arrival of Season 01 of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II and Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0, releasing November 16. Deploy to Al-Mazrah in the next iteration of the free-to-play Battle Royale, visit reimagined versions of the Shoot House and Shipment Multiplayer maps, team up for an additional Special Ops mission leading up to the first Raid episode, and much more.

Season 01 launches on PlayStation on November 16. Read on for all the highlights coming to both Modern Warfare II and Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0.

Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 — New Map and Innovations

The city of Al-Mazrah within the United Republic of Adal will be your first map for Warzone 2.0. You may have already explored some of its regions in Multiplayer maps like Al Bagra Fortress, Embassy, Zarqwa Hydroelectric, Taraq, Sariff Bay, and Sa’id.

Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 includes a wide variety of new features and mechanics, including the following highlights:

Loadouts Remain: Get your Custom Loadouts through Loadout Drops deployed later in the match or by clearing a Stronghold or Black Site. You can also use Cash at the in-match Buy Station to purchase only the Primary Weapon from created Loadouts.

Looting Mechanics: In the new DMZ mode, Operators will utilize a backpack system to further organize their items and equipment. Battle Royale will use a streamlined version of this new system.

Enter the New Gulag

The new Gulag is a 2v2 environment where randomly paired Duos must coordinate to take down the opposition. All players will receive a predefined Loadout with highly effective weaponry and gear placed toward the map’s center.

In the middle of the match, the Gulag Jailer will jump in to interfere. Defeating the Jailer returns all four Gulag prisoners back into the match. Will you work together or go for the elimination victory?

AI Combatants

In addition to the Gulag Jailer, there are two other places where players will run into AI combatants — Strongholds and Black Sites. Both are clearly labeled on the in-game Tac Map.

In Strongholds, fight off AI opponents while attempting to locate and disarm a bomb within the time limit. Black Sites offer an even greater danger but provide a permanent Weapon Blueprint reward and valuable in-match items for those who can successfully complete them. To access a Black Site, you’ll need the Black Site Key, given to the first squad to clear out an active Stronghold.

Further Innovations: Aquatic Combat, New Vehicles and Fuel System, and More

Circle Collapse: In Battle Royale modes, there can be up to three circles within the collapse, which will ultimately reconverge for the final showdown. Prepare to adjust your strategies accordingly, as this feature is randomized in each match.

Proximity Chat: Got something to say? Comms are now open, so any in-game chatter can be picked up by any other squad.

Interrogation: In squad-based modes, intel is everything. Reveal enemy locations by successfully shaking down player-controlled enemies while they are downed.

New Vehicles: Call in the aerial powerhouse known as the Heavy Chopper, which can hover in the air without a pilot, or use the all-electric supertruck GMC Hummer EV, a versatile means for the squad to quickly cover serious ground.

New Fuel System: No more unlimited fuel sources — all vehicles use fuel over time, and when it runs out, that vehicle is no longer usable. Vehicles can be refilled either with Gas Cans found around the map or at Gas Stations.

Gas Stations can also repair body damage and tires, thereby restoring vehicle health. However, Operators can also perform flat tire repairs anywhere in the world by interacting with individual tires.

Aquatic Combat: Whether by boat or breaststroke, Operators can navigate waterways, rivers, and the open sea as part of their overall victory strategy. Remember: only Sidearms, melee weapons, and Throwing Knives can be used while you’re submerged.

The Shops: A new version of the Buy Station contains a unique set of items for purchase in limited quantities, including Killstreaks, Armor Plates, and more. You can see these offerings and can buy back fallen squadmates within a new interface.

DMZ — A New Battle Royale Experience

In addition to traditional Warzone modes — Battle Royale Solos, Duos, Trios, and Quads — Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 will launch with a brand-new experience known as DMZ.

DMZ is an open-world, narrative-focused extraction mode where Operators have free rein to complete faction-based missions, take on additional side objectives, engage with enemy Operators or AI combatants, and search for valuable items, all while fighting to survive toward exfiltration.

Third-Person Playlists: Get a new perspective with third-person Playlists, set to be introduced into the Battle Royale weekly rotation later in Season 01. Modern Warfare II owners can get a taste of the third-person experience now through the game’s Multiplayer.

PlayStation Exclusive — Season 01 Combat Pack

Gear up with the exclusive Season 01 Combat Pack, free for PlayStation Plus members for use in Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 and Modern Warfare II. Included in this Combat Pack are the “Oni Tactical” Operator Skin for Oni, the “Oni Revenger” SMG and “Oni Oracle” Pistol Weapon Blueprints, plus the “Sony Oni” Calling Card, “Welcome Death” Sticker, “Fractal Demon” Emblem, and the “Demon Fang” Charm.

Relaunch — Call of Duty: Warzone Caldera

Shortly after Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 launches on November 16, the original Call of Duty: Warzone will relaunch as Call of Duty: Warzone Caldera. This is a separate experience and will retain all player progression, Battle Pass content, Store Bundles, and other in-game purchases.

Modern Warfare II Overview

Season 01 is bringing two reimagined Multiplayer maps, the competitive CDL Moshpit, and more co-op focused Special Ops content.

Shoot House (Launch): Situated in the jungle south of Las Almas, Shoot House’s new home was built for training cartel hired guns with the same level of intensity as Mexican Special Forces Operators.

Shipment (Mid-Season): Set on a cargo ship taking on water in a storm-ridden part of the Atlantic Ocean, a new Shipment is ready to bring back the chaos that only an ultra-compact map can provide.

Get Competitive with the CDL Moshpit: Prior to the official launch of Ranked Play in Modern Warfare II, the CDL Moshpit offers the perfect testing grounds to warm up your competitive skills. The Playlist will use the Call of Duty League’s standard rules, restrictions, and map rotation across the three official game modes: Hardpoint, Search & Destroy, and Control.

Special Ops — New Mission at Launch, Raid Episode 1 Mid-Season

Special Ops is getting a new mission and the first episode of Raids during Season 01.

High Ground: Successfully find and destroy enemy communication servers to locate and extract three hard drives with vital enemy intel. One Operator will be tasked with piloting an Attack Chopper to clear out dangerous land mines, while the other works with AI allies as part of a Ground Assault Team to infiltrate the buildings that contain enemy equipment.

Raid Episode 1: Continuing the story of the Modern Warfare II Campaign, Raids will be the ultimate challenge for Trios with a mix of stealth, resource management, all-out action, and puzzle-solving objectives. Arriving later in the season.

Season 01 General Overview

New Battle Pass: Experience a brand-new Battle Pass system giving players more agency than ever before. Replacing the linear stream of tiers from previous titles will be a multi-Sector map. Unlock items across the map using earned Battle Pass Tier Tokens. Each map has at least 20 Sectors with five items each; tokens can be used to either unlock adjacent Sectors or earn more items within an unlocked Sector.

New Weapons

Season 01 brings the opportunity to earn four new weapons, which can then be used in Multiplayer, Special Ops, and Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0. Two of them are earned for free within the Battle Pass:

Victus XMR Sniper Rifle: A hard-hitting, bolt-action sniper rifle with .50 cal BMG ammunition. Its tungsten sabot-tipped bullets are fast and powerful but require precise shots over long distances.

BAS-P SMG: An aggressive fire rate and modular frame make the BAS-P perfect for the discerning Operator who wants to customize their weapon. Subsonic ammo hides kill skulls from the enemy team.

Two other weapons can be earned later in the Mid-Season either by purchasing a Store Bundle or by completing a weapon unlock challenge:

Chimera Assault Rifle: With an integrated suppressor and slow, high-energy .300 BLK rounds, the Chimera is adept at close-quarters combat. Subsonic Ammo hides skulls from the enemy team.

M13B Assault Rifle: The M13B features a short-stroke pistol system that allows for a high rate of fire and low recoil.

New Operators

Zeus (Launch): Born in the South Niger Delta, Zosar Kalu is the eldest of three children, helping to raise his younger siblings while his parents pursued political aspirations. Following his year of military service shadowing a Nigerian Army Special Forces Battalion, he enlisted and rose through the ranks.

After losing his family to local Al Qatala soldiers, Zeus established the “Thunder” Corps, a counterterrorism group dedicated to hunting AQ wherever they hide and bringing them to true justice. Unlock Zeus automatically with purchase of the Season 01 Battle Pass.

Klaus (Mid-Season): A member of Denmark’s Elite Special Forces, Klaus Fisker can almost be considered a living legend among Operators. His legend was made one night on the Urzikstan border, where he carried a wounded comrade 18 miles to the nearest base using the lessons taught by his father.

Gaz (Mid-Season): Price’s right-hand man, Gaz became legend in 2019 when his valiancy during an attack on Piccadilly Circus grabbed the attention of the formidable SAS Bravo Team captain. He ultimately joined Price’s elite unit, known as Task Force 141.

Obtain Klaus and Gaz in Bundles to be featured during the Mid-Season Update.

Squad Goals: Modern Warfare FC Kicks Off In-Season

During the Modern Warfare FC event, you can sign three of the world’s greatest athletes to your Operator roster by picking up special, limited-time Bundles: the fearless Neymar Jr., who will debut on November 21; Paul Pogba, set to debut on November 25; and Leo Messi, who will complete the Operator hat trick on November 29.

More details will be shared in-season.

Persistent Prestige: This year, leveling up past Rank 55 will allow you to earn a persistent Prestige Rank across all seasons, rather than having it reset at the end of each season. Beginning in Season 01, reaching Rank 56 will unlock Prestige 1. This will grant an Emblem, additional rewards like a Battle Pass Token, and a set of challenges — complete those challenges to unlock an exclusive Calling Card. Rank up to Prestige 5 for greater rewards.

C.O.D.E. Bowl, Call of Duty League Major to Kick Off Mid-Season

This year’s C.O.D.E. Bowl will be held during the first Call of Duty League Major, taking place right after the Season 01 mid-season update from December 15 to 18 in Raleigh, North Carolina. This event will also host the first Call of Duty Challengers Open.

Visit the League’s official website for more information, including when tickets for the first Major will be on sale.

New Call of Duty League Launch Pack, Team Packs

During Season 01, we are celebrating an early return to the Call of Duty League with a special launch pack for the 2023 season. We are also releasing Team Packs for all 12 of the League’s teams.

Season 01 of Modern Warfare II Launches November 16

Purchase Modern Warfare II to get a premium Warzone 2.0 experience – access to 14 additional Operators to use across both games, as well as accelerated Weapon and Level Progression. As a Modern Warfare II owner, receive bonus XP at the end of each match when you play Warzone 2.0, ensuring that you level just as quickly in both titles.

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09/11/2022
How Infinity Ward created Oni, a new Operator in Modern Warfare II

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Sharpen your senses, warriors – Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II is just around the corner.

Let’s dive into more details on a special new Operator while we wait for launch on October 28 (MWII Campaign Early Access* also available starting October 20 to those who pre-order digitally).

Announced at last month’s Call of Duty: Next showcase event, PlayStation players who pre-order any digital edition of the game at PlayStation store will receive the Oni Operator Pack** at Modern Warfare II’s launch, which includes the Hiro “Oni” Watanabe operator as well as a high-end weapon blueprint both playable in Multiplayer, Special Ops, as well as the soon to launch Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0.

It wasn’t only creativity that led to the development of this special operator, it was a great sense of collaboration between Infinity Ward and PlayStation to develop an operator that PlayStation players will want to make their main on day one. Below are some details of how Oni came to be.

Hiro “Oni” Watanabe

One concept that stood out early on was the idea of creating a samurai-inspired operator. A name that came to the fore amongst the Infinity Ward team was “Oni”, meaning “Demon”, and that helped kick start a unique narrative around the operator.

When developing the narrative background for Oni, it was important for the narrative team at Infinity Ward to develop a unique character story that they could continue into the future.

Oni descends from an ancient samurai clan, one that was well respected and lived by a code of honor. As the decades passed and the samurai disbanded, Oni’s family fell on hard times. These hardships eventually forced them to live by less than honorable means. By the time Oni was born, his father had already become well established in the criminal underworld.

Yet Oni’s grandfather worked to remind him that his family wasn’t always about this criminal enterprise. Oni learned his family used to have a very high standing within the community and had a noble name.

To escape his father’s path, Oni left home and joined the military. He was very proficient, quickly rising through the ranks and even earning a spot in an elite multi-national special forces unit with missions across the globe. He learned how to protect himself and how to efficiently wield weapons.

In time, he returned home, eager to come back to Japan and do what his ancestors had done all those years ago – – protect and fight the threats on the home front – – all the while trying to reestablish his family’s good name.

At this point, Oni’s father had become a respected fixture in the criminal underworld. He harnessed his corrupt influence to have Oni discharged from the military.

Now, Oni acts as a gun for hire, vowing to continue the fight against his father and anyone who should cross the samurai code.

Behind the mask

With a robust narrative background in place, the work of designing Oni began. When designing Oni the teams at Infinity Ward worked towards a plausible aesthetic that felt contemporary but with the aura of a dignified warrior tied to tradition.

To make Oni feel true to form, the team dove into what the name Oni meant, its etymology, culture, mythology, and anything else they could find. The goal was to make Oni stand out from the other operators in Modern Warfare II.

Oni’s armor was an important design element to get right, so Infinity Ward started there. The Operator wears polished, reflective armor, almost iridescent in areas, but with the noticeable wear and tear you’d expect from a gunslinging warrior.

The Operator’s helmet and ballistic mask was also carefully considered, being modified to resemble the silhouette of a samurai’s helmet. Oni’s headpiece takes inspiration from feudal warriors that would wear similar-looking traditional armor. That said the night vision goggles atop his helmet make it clear Oni is a modern warrior despite his traditional ethos.

Oni’s unique mask features a striking demonic design that ties to the cultural lineage of the name “Oni”. It also strikes fear into his enemies in a visceral and immediate way.

Finally are the blades strapped to Oni’s back, reminiscent of the daisho blades of ancient Samurai warriors. The Operator wields these swords with violent force in a finishing move PlayStation players should look forward to seeing at launch.

The future of Oni

Part of the excitement around an operator like this is the opportunity to leverage the robust backstory and design elements to iterate further on him. This launch version of Oni is available to PlayStation digital pre-order players, but players will be seeing different iterations of Oni in the Call of Duty Warzone 2.0 Combat Packs available free for PlayStation Plus members starting in Season 01 of Modern Warfare II and Warzone 2.0.

Get ready for launch

There is other exciting news beyond the debut of Oni. The new era for Call of Duty begins on October 20, with PlayStation players who digitally preordered Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II gaining early access to the game’s Campaign mode before its official launch on October 28.

Take the full Campaign Early Access period to learn about Task Force 141, its ties to the Mexican Special Forces, and the overall foundational narrative to the next chapter of the Modern Warfare story.

Get a jump start on launch with the new Campaign completion unlocks. Finish the Campaign to earn a Weapon Blueprint, four base Operators, and cosmetic items for Multiplayer and Special Ops.

Modern Warfare II Multiplayer defines emergent gameplay with a focus on variety. On day one, there will be 12 unique Multiplayer modes: 10 traditional modes on Core Maps and two Ground War modes on Battle Maps. Multiplayer will also come with new features such as a new gunsmith, new firing range, plus new maps and modes ready to welcome newcomers and fierce competitors alike. Along with signature Multiplayer combat, Modern Warfare II will feature an evolution of the Special Ops mode from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019).

For additional benefits, get the Vault Edition to receive the Red Team 141 Operator Pack, the FJX Cinder Weapon Vault*** and one season of the Battle Pass as well as 55 tier skips.****

See you on October 28.

*One week based on estimated access; Actual play time subject to possible outages and applicable time zone differences.

**PS Players receive select bonus content not available on other platforms until OCT. 27, 2023. PS Plus required for online multiplayer. Content also available through retail pre-order in Japan only.

***FJX Cinder Weapon Vault and Red Team 141 Operator Pack content requires purchase of Modern Warfare II Vault Edition.

****Battle Pass and Tier skips, or equivalent versions, will be accessible in Modern Warfare II once the season 1 Battle Pass, or equivalent system, is made available in game. Battle Pass redemption applies to one season of Modern Warfare II Battle Pass, or equivalent system only. For more information, please visit www.callofduty.com.

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18/10/2022
Wie Infinity Ward Oni erschuf, einen neuen Operator in Modern Warfare II

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Schärft eure Sinne, Krieger – Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II steht kurz bevor.

Lasst uns in die Details zum besonderen neuen Operator eintauchen, während wir gemeinsam auf den Launch am 28. Oktober warten (MWII Campaign Early Access* ist auch schon ab dem 20. Oktober für diejenigen verfügbar, die digital vorbestellen).

Letzten Monat wurde im Showcase-Event von Call of Duty: Next angekündigt, dass PlayStation-Spieler, die irgendeine digitale Ausgabe des Spiels im PlayStation-Store vorbestellen das Oni-Operator-Pack ** zum Start von Modern Warfare II erhalten werden, zu dem der Hiro „Oni“ Watnabe Operator gehört, aber auch hochwertige Waffenblueprints die sowohl im Multiplayer und den Special Ops als auch im bald beginnenden Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 spielbar sind.

Es war nicht nur Kreativität, die zur Entwicklung dieses speziellen Operators geführt hat, sondern auch das Gefühl von echter Zusammenarbeit zwischen Inifnity Ward und PlayStation bei der Entwicklung eines Operators, den PlayStation-Spieler zu dem ihrigen machen möchten. Unten erfahrt ihr ein paar Details dazu, wie Oni entstand.

Hiro “Oni” Watanabe

Ein Konzept, das früh hervorstach, war die Idee eines Samurai-inspirierten Operators. Ein Name, der sich dabei im Infinity-Ward-Team durchsetzte, war „Oni“, was so viel wie „Dämon“ bedeutet. So entstand schnell eine einzigartige Geschichte rund um den Operator.

Bei der Entwicklung der Geschichte von Oni war für das Erzählteam von Inifinity Ward wichtig, den Charakter durch eine einzigartige Geschichte zu entwickeln, die in der Zukunft weiter erzählt wird.

Oni entstammt einem uralten Samurai-Clan, der mal sehr respektiert war und nach einem Ehrencodex lebte. Mit den Jahrzehnten und dem Verschwinden der Samurai verarmte Onis Familie. Diese Situation zwang sie schließlich dazu, weniger ehrenwert zu leben. Als Oni geboren wurde, war sein Vater bereits ein etablierter Teil der kriminellen Unterwelt.

Aber Onis Großvater legte immer Wert darauf, ihn daran zu erinnern, dass seine Familie nicht immer auf Kriminalität spezialisiert war. Oni erfuhr, dass seine Familie in der Gesellschaft mal sehr angesehen war und sein Name Wert hatte.

Um dem Pfad seines Vaters zu entkommen, verließ Oni die Familie und schloss sich dem Militär an. Er war sehr fähig und wurde schnell befördert. So bekam er auch einen Platz in einer elitären multi-nationalen Spezialeinheit, die auf der ganzen Welt Einsätze hatte. Er lernte, sich selbst zu schützen und gut mit Waffen umzugehen.

Nach einiger Zeit kehrte er nach Hause zurück, begierig darauf, nach Japan zurückzukehren und das zu tun, was vor vielen Jahren seine Vorfahren getan hatten: schützen und die Bedrohungen an der Heimatfront zu bekämpfen. Und gleichzeitig den guten Namen seiner Familie wiederherzustellen.

Zu diesem Zeitpunkt war Onis Vater bereits eine bestehende und respektierte Größe in der kriminellen Unterwelt. Er nutzte seine korrupten Einflüsse, sodass Oni aus dem Militär entlassen wurde.

Jetzt ist Oni als Söldner tätig, der versprochen hat, den Kampf gegen seinen Vater und jeden, der den Samurai-Code verletzt, fortzusetzen.

Hinter der Maske

Als diese Hintergrunderzählung entwickelt worden war, begann das Design von Oni. Beim Design von Oni arbeiteten die Teams von Infinity Ward daran, eine plausible Ästhetik zu schaffen, die in die Zeit passt aber auch die Aura eines ehrenwerten Kriegers mitbringt, der an Tradition gebunden ist.

Um Oni spürbar zu machen, tauchte das Team in die Bedeutung des Namens Oni ein – seine Etymologie, Kultur, Mythologie und alles andere, was sie finden konnten. Das Ziel war, dass Oni sich von den anderen Operators in Modern Warfare II unterscheiden sollte.

Onis Ausrüstung wurde zum wichtigen Designelement, sodass Inifnity Ward damit begann. Der Operator trägt polierte, reflektierende Ausrüstung, die an einigen Stellen fast durchsichtig ist, aber auch sichtbare Spuren der Nutzung durch einen bewaffneten Krieger zeigt.

Der Helm und die ballistische Maske des Operators wurden auch sorgfältig durchdacht und an die Silhouette eines Samurai-Helms angepasst. Onis Kopfschmuck ist von feudalen Kriegern inspiriert, die ähnlich aussehende traditionelle Rüstungen trugen. Die Nachtsichtgläser auf seinem Helm machen aber klar, dass Oni ein moderner Krieger ist – obwohl er traditionelle Werte hat.

Onis einzigartige Maske zeigt ein beeindruckendes dämonisches Design, das auf die kulturelle Herkunft des Namens „Oni“ anspielt. Es ist auch furchteinflößend auf eine urtümliche und unmittelbare Art für seine Gegner.

Abschließend sind die Klingen auf Onis Rücken, die an Daisho-Klingen der alten Samurai-Krieger erinnern. Der Operator schwingt diese Schwerter mit gewalttätiger Kraft in einem Finishing-Move, auf den sich PlayStation-Spieler beim Launch freuen sollten.

Onis Zukunft

Ein Teil der Aufregung rund um einen Operator wie diesen liegt in der Möglichkeit, seine robuste Hintergrundgeschichte und Designelemente zu nutzen, um ihn zu erweitern. Diese Launch-Version von Oni wird für digitale Vorbesteller über PlayStation verfügbar sein, aber es werden weitere Iterationen von Oni in den Call-of-Duty-Warzone-2.0-Combat-Packs kostenlos für PlayStation-Plus-Mitglieder verfügbar sein – ab Saison 01 in Modern Warfare II und Warzone 2.0.

Macht euch für den Launch bereit

Neben Onis Debut gibt es weitere spannende Neuigkeiten. Die neue Ära von Call of Duty beginnt am 20. Oktober für PlayStation-Spieler, die Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II digital vorbestellt haben und dadurch Early Access zum Kampagnenmodus des Spiels bekommen, bevor es am 28. Oktober offiziell launcht.

Nutzt die Zeit des vollen Kampagnen-Early-Access, um zu lernen, was Task Force 141 ist, welche Verbindungen es zu den Mexican Special Forces gibt und wie das grundlegende Narrativ des nächsten Kapitels der Modern-Warfare-Geschichte aussieht.

Sichert euch einen Vorsprung, wenn beim Launch die neue Kampagne freigeschaltet wird. Schließt die Kampagne ab, um Waffenblaupausen, vier Base Operators und kosmetische Extras für Multiplayer und Special Ops zu erhalten.

Modern Warfare II Multiplayer definiert aufstrebendes Gameplay mit einem Fokus auf Abwechslung. Am ersten Tag wird es 12 einzigartige Multiplayermodi geben: 10 traditionelle Modi auf Kernkarten und zwei Ground-War-Modi auf Kampfkarten. Multiplayer wird auch neue Features mitbringen wie einen neuen Waffenschmied, einen neuen Schießstand und neue Karten und Modi, bereit um Neuankömmlinge und harte Wettstreiter zu begrüßen. Zusammen mit typischem Multiplayerkampf wird Modern Warfare II eine Weiterentwicklung des Special-Ops-Modus aus Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019) enthalten.

Für weitere Vorteile holt euch die Vault Edition, um das Red-Team-141-Operator Pack, den FJX-Cinder-Weapon-Vault*** und eine Saison des Battle Pass sowie 55 Stufensprünge zu sichern. ****

Wir sehen uns am 28. Oktober!

*Eine Woche basierend auf geschätztem Zugang, die tatsächliche Spielzeit kann möglichen Ausfällen und passenden Zeitzonenunterschieden unterliegen.

**PS-Spieler erhalten ausgewählten Bonuscontent, der bis zum 27. Oktober 2023 nicht auf anderen Plattformen verfügbar ist. PS Plus für Online-Multiplayer nötig. Inhalte werden in Japan auch durch Vorbestellungen im normalen Verkauf erhältlich sein.

***FJX-Cinder-Weapon-Vault und Red-Team-141-Operator-Pack-Inhalte bedürfen des Kaufs der Modern Warfare II Vault Edition.

****Battle Pass und Stufensprünge, oder äquivalente Versionen, werden in Modern Warfare II erhältlich sein, sobald der Saison 1 Battle Pass oder ein äquivalentes System im Spiel verfügbar werden. Battle-Pass-Einlösung bezieht sich ausschließlich auf eine Saison des Modern-Warfare-II-Battle-Pass oder eines äquivalenten Systems. Für weitere Informationen siehe www.callofduty.com.

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18/10/2022
15 most wanted games still coming in 2022

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It might be getting a bit colder outside, but 2022 is far from over–and the stacked lineup of upcoming PS4 and PS5 titles attests to this. The next few months are set to some of the best for PlayStation gamers, offering top-class FPS action, critically acclaimed indie adventures, the return of fan-favorite JRPG classics, and beloved characters exploring new gaming frontiers. And, of course, there’s that little game called God of War Ragnarök coming too. With so many exciting new games launching in 2022, let’s check out some of the most noteworthy titles to round out the year.

Tunic

An itty-bitty fox in bright green garb goes on a great big adventure in one of the most talked-about indie hits of the year. Tunic is a labor of love from independent creator Andrew Shouldice, who–along with his talented team–has created a delightful isometric action-adventure game that pays homage to genre classics and forms a beautiful and unique world of its own. Find tools, treasures, and abilities, solve environmental puzzles, battle fierce monsters, and even decode a mysterious alphabet to uncover clues to aid you on your quest.

Release Date: September 27 | Publisher: Finji| PS5, PS4

Post Void

Have you ever just had an eye-searing, brain-pounding headrush where blood seems to be pumping and pulsing through your head, and your heart is pounding… but, like, in a good way? Welcome to the world of Post Void, a mix of classic FPS gameplay and brightly-colored, high-contrast visuals designed to make you blissfully uncomfortable. The neon scenery and delightfully grotesque enemies will sear into your eyeballs as you race through retro-styled FPS levels as quickly as possible. Because if you don’t move fast and kill everything even faster, your brain will melt (literally in-game, figuratively IRL). Post Void is truly a discordant experience you won’t soon forget. (Please note that this game is inappropriate for players with sensitivity to flashing lights.)

Release Date: September 29 | Publisher: Super Rare Games | PS5, PS4

Valkyrie Elysium

There will be plenty of Norse mythology to go around on PlayStation these next few months, starting with Square-Enix’s action-RPG revival Valkyrie Elysium. Ragnarök draws near, and a desperate Odin summons a Valkyrie warrior, Maria, the last hope of a world filled with ruin and despair. Aiding Maria are the Einherjar, souls of fallen warriors, each with their own stories and motivations. They grant boons to Maria as she engages in skillful, action-driven, combo-heavy combat. Use the companions and skills at your disposal to build up the Arts Gauge and unleash the glorious Divine Arts upon your foes! Be vigilant, however, because Maria isn’t the only Valkyrie in this world with a mission to fulfill. (Don’t forget: The digital deluxe edition of Valkyrie Elysium also includes the original all-time PSP classic Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth.)

Release Date: September 29 | Publisher: Square Enix | PS5, PS4

A Plague Tale: Requiem

In this highly anticipated follow-up to fan-favorite adventure game A Plague Tale: Innocence, child heroes Amicia and her younger brother Hugo have escaped the oppressors at home. The Provence region of France seems like a good place for the pair to settle down initially. But the black plague is still spreading, and Hugo’s supernatural powers are proving difficult for his young mind to control. Does the secret of Hugo’s strange abilities lie on a mysterious island? The duo will again need to go on a dangerous journey, aided only by a few trusted friends. There will be challenging environmental puzzles, new weapons and tools to combat threats, loads of emotional story moments, and rats. Oh, so many rats.

Release Date: October 18 | Publisher: Focus Entertainment | PS5

Gotham Knights

Batman is dead, and without its most prominent crime-stopper, Gotham City’s gone to hell in a handbasket. Batman’s various proteges–Robin, Nightwing, Batgirl, and Red Hood–now work to clean up the streets and investigate Batman’s supposed death. Choose among the four heroes, each with unique combat abilities, and embark on action-RPG missions, uncovering hidden mysteries and confronting a rogue’s gallery of famous villains in a stunning open-world Gotham City. But what is a superhero story without an epic team-up? Gotham Knights offers seamless drop-in, drop-out co-operative play so you and an intrepid companion can explore and fight for the future of Gotham City together.

Release Date: October 21 | Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment | PS5

New Tales from the Borderlands

Things are getting weird in the Borderlands universe–weirder than usual, anyway. New Tales from the Borderlands brings players back to one of gaming’s weirdest and wildest settings in an all-new narrative adventure set in Promethea. Rather than simply shooting your way out of problems, New Tales from the Borderlands will offer a branching storyline where your dialogue choices will determine where affable jackasses Anu, Fran, and Octavia wind up stumbling next during an extremely miserable day. Well, miserable for them, not for you–you’ll be enjoying the bizarre situations, snappy dialogue, and pervasive strange humor that’s made Borderlands such an enduring hit as our would-be heroes get themselves into (and out of) another fine mess.

Release Date: October 21 | Publisher: 2K Games | PS5, PS4

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II

Call of Duty certainly needs no introduction among gamers–it’s the biggest and most influential first-person shooter series. In Modern Warfare II, players will experience some of the most sweeping and exciting revisions to classic COD gameplay that the series has ever seen. Improved AI, new movement options like swimming and sliding, better vehicle interactions (like being able to fire out of windows), realistic damage, and a huge overhaul to the Gunsmith that will allow players to fine-tune their weapon attachments to create their ideal firearms.

CoD’s much-beloved multiplayer is getting a shot in the arm as well with all-new modes: Knockout, a 6v6 competition to be the last team standing holding a precious package, and Prisoner Rescue, where one team of players attempts to breach a compound to rescue hostages from a heavily fortified structure, while the opposing side defends their turf and works to put them down. Whether you’re in it for the campaign or eager to dive into the multiplayer competition–or both–Modern Warfare 2 offers plenty to get excited over.

Release Date: October 28 | Publisher: Activision | PS5, PS4

Skull and Bones

Do you hear it? The call of the high seas… the waters are begging to be conquered and plundered! It’s the end of the 17th century, the Golden Age of Piracy, and the Indian Ocean is filled with traders hauling exotic wares from the far east–prime marks for the pirates of the era. Starting as a no-name scoundrel, you will work your way up to becoming the most feared name among the region’s seafarers. Sail the vast open waters in a ship you customize, taking quests from various figures of ill repute to build your fortune and your infamy. But beware–rival pirate crews, naval armies, and even the forces of nature threaten to dash your dreams of ocean glory upon the rocks.

Release Date: November 8 | Publisher: Ubisoft | PS5

Sonic Frontiers

The most famous hedgehog on Earth needs little introduction. Sonic’s latest adventure takes him and his posse to the Starfall Islands in search of the Chaos Emeralds. Longtime nemesis Dr. Eggman, while trying to uncover the secrets of a lost civilization, tripped the island’s advanced security system, opening rifts between the island world and the digital realm of Cyber Space. Sonic Frontiers is the first Sonic game to embrace open-world exploration, allowing players to use various new movement and attack skills to dash, smash, and crash through gorgeous free-roaming environments. You’ll also tackle traditional linear 3D platforming challenges in the Cyber Space levels, which hearken back to classic Sonic stages. Can Sonic rescue his friends from Cyber Space, solve the secret of the Starfall Islands, and stop Dr. Eggman’s ambitions?

Release Date: November 8 | Publisher: Sega | PS5, PS4

God of War Ragnarök

The long-awaited follow-up God of War Ragnarök follows the adventures of Kratos, his teenage son Atreus, and their advisor Mimir in their journey to stop the impending apocalypse and reveal the secrets of Atreus’s destiny. Faces familiar and new will appear on this epic journey through the Nine Realms, including the terrain of Vanaheim, Svartalfheim, and the legendary Asgard.

As tempting as it may be to take in the (stunning) scenery, these are lands of conflict and strife, and Kratos will have to engage in the visceral combat that God of War fans have come to love. New abilities and weaponry, such as the Dauntless and Stonewall shields and new summons for Atreus, add more flair and intensity to fighting than ever. God of War Ragnarök aims to captivate players come November, so be sure you’re there to witness the twilight of the gods.

Release Date: November 9 | Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment | PS5, PS4

Goat Simulator 3

Have you ever wondered what life would be like if you were a goat with an appetite for fashion and destruction that just happened to have a complex physics engine applied to their daily activities of causing mass chaos? Probably not, but you’re definitely curious now. Goat Simulator 3 (don’t ask about Goat Simulator 2) is perhaps the weirdest, wildest sandbox game yet. As the titular goat, it’s up to you to do something. Anything, really.

The island of San Angora is your playground for goat-y and not very goat-like activities. Jetpacks! Vehicles! Explosions! Weird alien slime! Sports! Customizable Fashion! It’s all here for some reason. And what’s even better is that you can get together in a herd with your friends for multiplayer madness to lick, headbutt, and have a goat-tastic time.

Release Date: November 17 | Publisher: Coffee Stain Publishing | PS5

The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me

Gaming’s premiere horror anthology series continues with a brand-new, standalone story. A group of young, naive documentary filmmakers receives an invite to a modern-day recreation of notorious conman-slash-serial-killer H.H. Holmes’s infamous “Murder Hotel”–a historical building laden with all manner of diabolical killing devices and traps. Inside the hotel, the film crew soon finds themselves as subjects in the palm of a sick mastermind determined to become the most notorious murderer of all time. Can your posse escape the “killing rooms” and survive a stay in the hell hotel? You can play through this story solo or share the terror with friends: enjoy simultaneous online co-operative play, or see which of you makes it out alive in controller-passing couch co-op. No matter how you play, you’re in for the stay of a lifetime, provided your protagonists actually live.

Release Date: November 18 | Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment | PS5, PS4

The Callisto Protocol

The survival horror genre returns to the cold, sprawling vastness of space in the Callisto Protocol. Headed up by Striking Distance Studio’s Glen Schofield, co-creator of the original Dead Space, this game takes you far, far away to Callisto, a moon orbiting the planet Jupiter, in the year 2320. Protagonist Jacob Lee is serving time at the Black Iron prison colony when a swarm of monstrous creatures begins appearing within the heavily fortified prison walls.

Something truly terrible is going on within these anguish-filled halls, and Jacob needs to discover the prison’s hidden secrets–and somehow use the limited resources he can scavenge to escape with his life. But even if you find a means to break out, you still have to contend with an ever-increasing army of rapidly evolving bio-horrors. Remember: they might not be able to hear you scream in space, but your downstairs neighbor will definitely hear you losing it when you’re playing The Callisto Protocol at 3am in the dark.

Release Date: December 2 | Publisher: Krafton | PS5, PS4

Marvel’s Midnight Suns

When we think of comic-based games, we tend to think of epic superpowered action-adventures. Marvel’s Midnight Suns, however, is taking its titular heroes into a different dimension: turn-based strategy. Developed by Firaxis, the masterminds behind the legendary X-Com series of games, Marvel’s Midnight Suns is a massive crossover spectacular that offers deep, strategic gameplay that’s every bit as challenging and intense as Marvel action games.

Step into the shoes of the Hunter, an otherworldly demon slayer you create and customize as you work to prevent the resurrection of the elder god Cththon. Interact and forge alliances with legendary heroes like Wolverine, Iron Man, Blade, Captain America, and Spider-Man, then command them in battles that test mind and mettle alike. Plan your steps carefully, then leap into combat with a unique card-based action system to utilize your team’s powers to their fullest.

Release Date: December 2 | Publisher: 2K Games | PS5, PS4

Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion

Zack is back. Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion is a remake of the PSP classic that follows Cloud’s buddy and up-and-coming Soldier through the turbulent series of events that directly lead into the main story of Final Fantasy VII. A top-ranked Soldier named Genesis has deserted the organization, and Zack needs to track them down and find out what they’re up to and uncover some unpleasant Shinra corporate secrets in the process. Old and new players alike will find plenty to love in this comprehensive update, including fully-voiced cutscenes, completely re-done graphics, and a revised combat system that brings elements of Final Fantasy VII Remake’s ferocious fights into the mix. And, best of all, you get to spend quality time with Zack, one of FFVII’s most beloved (yet often “forgotten”) characters.

Release Date: December 13 | Publisher: Square Enix | PS5, PS4

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27/09/2022
15 most wanted games still coming in 2022

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It might be getting a bit colder outside, but 2022 is far from over–and the stacked lineup of upcoming PS4 and PS5 titles attests to this. The next few months are set to some of the best for PlayStation gamers, offering top-class FPS action, critically acclaimed indie adventures, the return of fan-favorite JRPG classics, and beloved characters exploring new gaming frontiers. And, of course, there’s that little game called God of War Ragnarök coming too. With so many exciting new games launching in 2022, let’s check out some of the most noteworthy titles to round out the year.

Tunic

An itty-bitty fox in bright green garb goes on a great big adventure in one of the most talked-about indie hits of the year. Tunic is a labor of love from independent creator Andrew Shouldice, who–along with his talented team–has created a delightful isometric action-adventure game that pays homage to genre classics and forms a beautiful and unique world of its own. Find tools, treasures, and abilities, solve environmental puzzles, battle fierce monsters, and even decode a mysterious alphabet to uncover clues to aid you on your quest.

Release Date: September 27 | Publisher: Finji| PS5, PS4

Post Void

Have you ever just had an eye-searing, brain-pounding headrush where blood seems to be pumping and pulsing through your head, and your heart is pounding… but, like, in a good way? Welcome to the world of Post Void, a mix of classic FPS gameplay and brightly-colored, high-contrast visuals designed to make you blissfully uncomfortable. The neon scenery and delightfully grotesque enemies will sear into your eyeballs as you race through retro-styled FPS levels as quickly as possible. Because if you don’t move fast and kill everything even faster, your brain will melt (literally in-game, figuratively IRL). Post Void is truly a discordant experience you won’t soon forget. (Please note that this game is inappropriate for players with sensitivity to flashing lights.)

Release Date: September 29 | Publisher: Super Rare Games | PS5, PS4

Valkyrie Elysium

There will be plenty of Norse mythology to go around on PlayStation these next few months, starting with Square-Enix’s action-RPG revival Valkyrie Elysium. Ragnarök draws near, and a desperate Odin summons a Valkyrie warrior, Maria, the last hope of a world filled with ruin and despair. Aiding Maria are the Einherjar, souls of fallen warriors, each with their own stories and motivations. They grant boons to Maria as she engages in skillful, action-driven, combo-heavy combat. Use the companions and skills at your disposal to build up the Arts Gauge and unleash the glorious Divine Arts upon your foes! Be vigilant, however, because Maria isn’t the only Valkyrie in this world with a mission to fulfill. (Don’t forget: The digital deluxe edition of Valkyrie Elysium also includes the original all-time PSP classic Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth.)

Release Date: September 29 | Publisher: Square Enix | PS5, PS4

A Plague Tale: Requiem

In this highly anticipated follow-up to fan-favorite adventure game A Plague Tale: Innocence, child heroes Amicia and her younger brother Hugo have escaped the oppressors at home. The Provence region of France seems like a good place for the pair to settle down initially. But the black plague is still spreading, and Hugo’s supernatural powers are proving difficult for his young mind to control. Does the secret of Hugo’s strange abilities lie on a mysterious island? The duo will again need to go on a dangerous journey, aided only by a few trusted friends. There will be challenging environmental puzzles, new weapons and tools to combat threats, loads of emotional story moments, and rats. Oh, so many rats.

Release Date: October 18 | Publisher: Focus Entertainment | PS5

Gotham Knights

Batman is dead, and without its most prominent crime-stopper, Gotham City’s gone to hell in a handbasket. Batman’s various proteges–Robin, Nightwing, Batgirl, and Red Hood–now work to clean up the streets and investigate Batman’s supposed death. Choose among the four heroes, each with unique combat abilities, and embark on action-RPG missions, uncovering hidden mysteries and confronting a rogue’s gallery of famous villains in a stunning open-world Gotham City. But what is a superhero story without an epic team-up? Gotham Knights offers seamless drop-in, drop-out co-operative play so you and an intrepid companion can explore and fight for the future of Gotham City together.

Release Date: October 21 | Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment | PS5

New Tales from the Borderlands

Things are getting weird in the Borderlands universe–weirder than usual, anyway. New Tales from the Borderlands brings players back to one of gaming’s weirdest and wildest settings in an all-new narrative adventure set in Promethea. Rather than simply shooting your way out of problems, New Tales from the Borderlands will offer a branching storyline where your dialogue choices will determine where affable jackasses Anu, Fran, and Octavia wind up stumbling next during an extremely miserable day. Well, miserable for them, not for you–you’ll be enjoying the bizarre situations, snappy dialogue, and pervasive strange humor that’s made Borderlands such an enduring hit as our would-be heroes get themselves into (and out of) another fine mess.

Release Date: October 21 | Publisher: 2K Games | PS5, PS4

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II

Call of Duty certainly needs no introduction among gamers–it’s the biggest and most influential first-person shooter series. In Modern Warfare II, players will experience some of the most sweeping and exciting revisions to classic COD gameplay that the series has ever seen. Improved AI, new movement options like swimming and sliding, better vehicle interactions (like being able to fire out of windows), realistic damage, and a huge overhaul to the Gunsmith that will allow players to fine-tune their weapon attachments to create their ideal firearms.

CoD’s much-beloved multiplayer is getting a shot in the arm as well with all-new modes: Knockout, a 6v6 competition to be the last team standing holding a precious package, and Prisoner Rescue, where one team of players attempts to breach a compound to rescue hostages from a heavily fortified structure, while the opposing side defends their turf and works to put them down. Whether you’re in it for the campaign or eager to dive into the multiplayer competition–or both–Modern Warfare 2 offers plenty to get excited over.

Release Date: October 28 | Publisher: Activision | PS5, PS4

Skull and Bones

Do you hear it? The call of the high seas… the waters are begging to be conquered and plundered! It’s the end of the 17th century, the Golden Age of Piracy, and the Indian Ocean is filled with traders hauling exotic wares from the far east–prime marks for the pirates of the era. Starting as a no-name scoundrel, you will work your way up to becoming the most feared name among the region’s seafarers. Sail the vast open waters in a ship you customize, taking quests from various figures of ill repute to build your fortune and your infamy. But beware–rival pirate crews, naval armies, and even the forces of nature threaten to dash your dreams of ocean glory upon the rocks.

Release Date: November 8 | Publisher: Ubisoft | PS5

Sonic Frontiers

The most famous hedgehog on Earth needs little introduction. Sonic’s latest adventure takes him and his posse to the Starfall Islands in search of the Chaos Emeralds. Longtime nemesis Dr. Eggman, while trying to uncover the secrets of a lost civilization, tripped the island’s advanced security system, opening rifts between the island world and the digital realm of Cyber Space. Sonic Frontiers is the first Sonic game to embrace open-world exploration, allowing players to use various new movement and attack skills to dash, smash, and crash through gorgeous free-roaming environments. You’ll also tackle traditional linear 3D platforming challenges in the Cyber Space levels, which hearken back to classic Sonic stages. Can Sonic rescue his friends from Cyber Space, solve the secret of the Starfall Islands, and stop Dr. Eggman’s ambitions?

Release Date: November 8 | Publisher: Sega | PS5, PS4

God of War Ragnarök

The long-awaited follow-up God of War Ragnarök follows the adventures of Kratos, his teenage son Atreus, and their advisor Mimir in their journey to stop the impending apocalypse and reveal the secrets of Atreus’s destiny. Faces familiar and new will appear on this epic journey through the Nine Realms, including the terrain of Vanaheim, Svartalfheim, and the legendary Asgard.

As tempting as it may be to take in the (stunning) scenery, these are lands of conflict and strife, and Kratos will have to engage in the visceral combat that God of War fans have come to love. New abilities and weaponry, such as the Dauntless and Stonewall shields and new summons for Atreus, add more flair and intensity to fighting than ever. God of War Ragnarök aims to captivate players come November, so be sure you’re there to witness the twilight of the gods.

Release Date: November 9 | Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment | PS5, PS4

Goat Simulator 3

Have you ever wondered what life would be like if you were a goat with an appetite for fashion and destruction that just happened to have a complex physics engine applied to their daily activities of causing mass chaos? Probably not, but you’re definitely curious now. Goat Simulator 3 (don’t ask about Goat Simulator 2) is perhaps the weirdest, wildest sandbox game yet. As the titular goat, it’s up to you to do something. Anything, really.

The island of San Angora is your playground for goat-y and not very goat-like activities. Jetpacks! Vehicles! Explosions! Weird alien slime! Sports! Customizable Fashion! It’s all here for some reason. And what’s even better is that you can get together in a herd with your friends for multiplayer madness to lick, headbutt, and have a goat-tastic time.

Release Date: November 17 | Publisher: Coffee Stain Publishing | PS5

The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me

Gaming’s premiere horror anthology series continues with a brand-new, standalone story. A group of young, naive documentary filmmakers receives an invite to a modern-day recreation of notorious conman-slash-serial-killer H.H. Holmes’s infamous “Murder Hotel”–a historical building laden with all manner of diabolical killing devices and traps. Inside the hotel, the film crew soon finds themselves as subjects in the palm of a sick mastermind determined to become the most notorious murderer of all time. Can your posse escape the “killing rooms” and survive a stay in the hell hotel? You can play through this story solo or share the terror with friends: enjoy simultaneous online co-operative play, or see which of you makes it out alive in controller-passing couch co-op. No matter how you play, you’re in for the stay of a lifetime, provided your protagonists actually live.

Release Date: November 18 | Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment | PS5, PS4

The Callisto Protocol

The survival horror genre returns to the cold, sprawling vastness of space in the Callisto Protocol. Headed up by Striking Distance Studio’s Glen Schofield, co-creator of the original Dead Space, this game takes you far, far away to Callisto, a moon orbiting the planet Jupiter, in the year 2320. Protagonist Jacob Lee is serving time at the Black Iron prison colony when a swarm of monstrous creatures begins appearing within the heavily fortified prison walls.

Something truly terrible is going on within these anguish-filled halls, and Jacob needs to discover the prison’s hidden secrets–and somehow use the limited resources he can scavenge to escape with his life. But even if you find a means to break out, you still have to contend with an ever-increasing army of rapidly evolving bio-horrors. Remember: they might not be able to hear you scream in space, but your downstairs neighbor will definitely hear you losing it when you’re playing The Callisto Protocol at 3am in the dark.

Release Date: December 2 | Publisher: Krafton | PS5, PS4

Marvel’s Midnight Suns

When we think of comic-based games, we tend to think of epic superpowered action-adventures. Marvel’s Midnight Suns, however, is taking its titular heroes into a different dimension: turn-based strategy. Developed by Firaxis, the masterminds behind the legendary X-Com series of games, Marvel’s Midnight Suns is a massive crossover spectacular that offers deep, strategic gameplay that’s every bit as challenging and intense as Marvel action games.

Step into the shoes of the Hunter, an otherworldly demon slayer you create and customize as you work to prevent the resurrection of the elder god Cththon. Interact and forge alliances with legendary heroes like Wolverine, Iron Man, Blade, Captain America, and Spider-Man, then command them in battles that test mind and mettle alike. Plan your steps carefully, then leap into combat with a unique card-based action system to utilize your team’s powers to their fullest.

Release Date: December 2 | Publisher: 2K Games | PS5, PS4

Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion

Zack is back. Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion is a remake of the PSP classic that follows Cloud’s buddy and up-and-coming Soldier through the turbulent series of events that directly lead into the main story of Final Fantasy VII. A top-ranked Soldier named Genesis has deserted the organization, and Zack needs to track them down and find out what they’re up to and uncover some unpleasant Shinra corporate secrets in the process. Old and new players alike will find plenty to love in this comprehensive update, including fully-voiced cutscenes, completely re-done graphics, and a revised combat system that brings elements of Final Fantasy VII Remake’s ferocious fights into the mix. And, best of all, you get to spend quality time with Zack, one of FFVII’s most beloved (yet often “forgotten”) characters.

Release Date: December 13 | Publisher: Square Enix | PS5, PS4

What title launching in 2022 are you looking forward to most?

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27/09/2022
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It might be getting a bit colder outside, but 2022 is far from over–and the stacked lineup of upcoming PS4 and PS5 titles attests to this. The next few months are set to some of the best for PlayStation gamers, offering top-class FPS action, critically acclaimed indie adventures, the return of fan-favorite JRPG classics, and beloved characters exploring new gaming frontiers. And, of course, there’s that little game called God of War Ragnarök coming too. With so many exciting new games launching in 2022, let’s check out some of the most noteworthy titles to round out the year.

Tunic

An itty-bitty fox in bright green garb goes on a great big adventure in one of the most talked-about indie hits of the year. Tunic is a labor of love from independent creator Andrew Shouldice, who–along with his talented team–has created a delightful isometric action-adventure game that pays homage to genre classics and forms a beautiful and unique world of its own. Find tools, treasures, and abilities, solve environmental puzzles, battle fierce monsters, and even decode a mysterious alphabet to uncover clues to aid you on your quest.

Release Date: September 27 | Publisher: Finji| PS5, PS4

Post Void

Have you ever just had an eye-searing, brain-pounding headrush where blood seems to be pumping and pulsing through your head, and your heart is pounding… but, like, in a good way? Welcome to the world of Post Void, a mix of classic FPS gameplay and brightly-colored, high-contrast visuals designed to make you blissfully uncomfortable. The neon scenery and delightfully grotesque enemies will sear into your eyeballs as you race through retro-styled FPS levels as quickly as possible. Because if you don’t move fast and kill everything even faster, your brain will melt (literally in-game, figuratively IRL). Post Void is truly a discordant experience you won’t soon forget. (Please note that this game is inappropriate for players with sensitivity to flashing lights.)

Release Date: September 29 | Publisher: Super Rare Games | PS5, PS4

Valkyrie Elysium

There will be plenty of Norse mythology to go around on PlayStation these next few months, starting with Square-Enix’s action-RPG revival Valkyrie Elysium. Ragnarök draws near, and a desperate Odin summons a Valkyrie warrior, Maria, the last hope of a world filled with ruin and despair. Aiding Maria are the Einherjar, souls of fallen warriors, each with their own stories and motivations. They grant boons to Maria as she engages in skillful, action-driven, combo-heavy combat. Use the companions and skills at your disposal to build up the Arts Gauge and unleash the glorious Divine Arts upon your foes! Be vigilant, however, because Maria isn’t the only Valkyrie in this world with a mission to fulfill. (Don’t forget: The digital deluxe edition of Valkyrie Elysium also includes the original all-time PSP classic Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth.)

Release Date: September 29 | Publisher: Square Enix | PS5, PS4

A Plague Tale: Requiem

In this highly anticipated follow-up to fan-favorite adventure game A Plague Tale: Innocence, child heroes Amicia and her younger brother Hugo have escaped the oppressors at home. The Provence region of France seems like a good place for the pair to settle down initially. But the black plague is still spreading, and Hugo’s supernatural powers are proving difficult for his young mind to control. Does the secret of Hugo’s strange abilities lie on a mysterious island? The duo will again need to go on a dangerous journey, aided only by a few trusted friends. There will be challenging environmental puzzles, new weapons and tools to combat threats, loads of emotional story moments, and rats. Oh, so many rats.

Release Date: October 18 | Publisher: Focus Entertainment | PS5

Gotham Knights

Batman is dead, and without its most prominent crime-stopper, Gotham City’s gone to hell in a handbasket. Batman’s various proteges–Robin, Nightwing, Batgirl, and Red Hood–now work to clean up the streets and investigate Batman’s supposed death. Choose among the four heroes, each with unique combat abilities, and embark on action-RPG missions, uncovering hidden mysteries and confronting a rogue’s gallery of famous villains in a stunning open-world Gotham City. But what is a superhero story without an epic team-up? Gotham Knights offers seamless drop-in, drop-out co-operative play so you and an intrepid companion can explore and fight for the future of Gotham City together.

Release Date: October 21 | Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment | PS5

New Tales from the Borderlands

Things are getting weird in the Borderlands universe–weirder than usual, anyway. New Tales from the Borderlands brings players back to one of gaming’s weirdest and wildest settings in an all-new narrative adventure set in Promethea. Rather than simply shooting your way out of problems, New Tales from the Borderlands will offer a branching storyline where your dialogue choices will determine where affable jackasses Anu, Fran, and Octavia wind up stumbling next during an extremely miserable day. Well, miserable for them, not for you–you’ll be enjoying the bizarre situations, snappy dialogue, and pervasive strange humor that’s made Borderlands such an enduring hit as our would-be heroes get themselves into (and out of) another fine mess.

Release Date: October 21 | Publisher: 2K Games | PS5, PS4

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II

Call of Duty certainly needs no introduction among gamers–it’s the biggest and most influential first-person shooter series. In Modern Warfare II, players will experience some of the most sweeping and exciting revisions to classic COD gameplay that the series has ever seen. Improved AI, new movement options like swimming and sliding, better vehicle interactions (like being able to fire out of windows), realistic damage, and a huge overhaul to the Gunsmith that will allow players to fine-tune their weapon attachments to create their ideal firearms.

CoD’s much-beloved multiplayer is getting a shot in the arm as well with all-new modes: Knockout, a 6v6 competition to be the last team standing holding a precious package, and Prisoner Rescue, where one team of players attempts to breach a compound to rescue hostages from a heavily fortified structure, while the opposing side defends their turf and works to put them down. Whether you’re in it for the campaign or eager to dive into the multiplayer competition–or both–Modern Warfare 2 offers plenty to get excited over.

Release Date: October 28 | Publisher: Activision | PS5, PS4

Skull and Bones

Do you hear it? The call of the high seas… the waters are begging to be conquered and plundered! It’s the end of the 17th century, the Golden Age of Piracy, and the Indian Ocean is filled with traders hauling exotic wares from the far east–prime marks for the pirates of the era. Starting as a no-name scoundrel, you will work your way up to becoming the most feared name among the region’s seafarers. Sail the vast open waters in a ship you customize, taking quests from various figures of ill repute to build your fortune and your infamy. But beware–rival pirate crews, naval armies, and even the forces of nature threaten to dash your dreams of ocean glory upon the rocks.

Release Date: November 8 | Publisher: Ubisoft | PS5

Sonic Frontiers

The most famous hedgehog on Earth needs little introduction. Sonic’s latest adventure takes him and his posse to the Starfall Islands in search of the Chaos Emeralds. Longtime nemesis Dr. Eggman, while trying to uncover the secrets of a lost civilization, tripped the island’s advanced security system, opening rifts between the island world and the digital realm of Cyber Space. Sonic Frontiers is the first Sonic game to embrace open-world exploration, allowing players to use various new movement and attack skills to dash, smash, and crash through gorgeous free-roaming environments. You’ll also tackle traditional linear 3D platforming challenges in the Cyber Space levels, which hearken back to classic Sonic stages. Can Sonic rescue his friends from Cyber Space, solve the secret of the Starfall Islands, and stop Dr. Eggman’s ambitions?

Release Date: November 8 | Publisher: Sega | PS5, PS4

God of War Ragnarök

The long-awaited follow-up God of War Ragnarök follows the adventures of Kratos, his teenage son Atreus, and their advisor Mimir in their journey to stop the impending apocalypse and reveal the secrets of Atreus’s destiny. Faces familiar and new will appear on this epic journey through the Nine Realms, including the terrain of Vanaheim, Svartalfheim, and the legendary Asgard.

As tempting as it may be to take in the (stunning) scenery, these are lands of conflict and strife, and Kratos will have to engage in the visceral combat that God of War fans have come to love. New abilities and weaponry, such as the Dauntless and Stonewall shields and new summons for Atreus, add more flair and intensity to fighting than ever. God of War Ragnarök aims to captivate players come November, so be sure you’re there to witness the twilight of the gods.

Release Date: November 9 | Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment | PS5, PS4

Goat Simulator 3

Have you ever wondered what life would be like if you were a goat with an appetite for fashion and destruction that just happened to have a complex physics engine applied to their daily activities of causing mass chaos? Probably not, but you’re definitely curious now. Goat Simulator 3 (don’t ask about Goat Simulator 2) is perhaps the weirdest, wildest sandbox game yet. As the titular goat, it’s up to you to do something. Anything, really.

The island of San Angora is your playground for goat-y and not very goat-like activities. Jetpacks! Vehicles! Explosions! Weird alien slime! Sports! Customizable Fashion! It’s all here for some reason. And what’s even better is that you can get together in a herd with your friends for multiplayer madness to lick, headbutt, and have a goat-tastic time.

Release Date: November 17 | Publisher: Coffee Stain Publishing | PS5

The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me

Gaming’s premiere horror anthology series continues with a brand-new, standalone story. A group of young, naive documentary filmmakers receives an invite to a modern-day recreation of notorious conman-slash-serial-killer H.H. Holmes’s infamous “Murder Hotel”–a historical building laden with all manner of diabolical killing devices and traps. Inside the hotel, the film crew soon finds themselves as subjects in the palm of a sick mastermind determined to become the most notorious murderer of all time. Can your posse escape the “killing rooms” and survive a stay in the hell hotel? You can play through this story solo or share the terror with friends: enjoy simultaneous online co-operative play, or see which of you makes it out alive in controller-passing couch co-op. No matter how you play, you’re in for the stay of a lifetime, provided your protagonists actually live.

Release Date: November 18 | Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment | PS5, PS4

The Callisto Protocol

The survival horror genre returns to the cold, sprawling vastness of space in the Callisto Protocol. Headed up by Striking Distance Studio’s Glen Schofield, co-creator of the original Dead Space, this game takes you far, far away to Callisto, a moon orbiting the planet Jupiter, in the year 2320. Protagonist Jacob Lee is serving time at the Black Iron prison colony when a swarm of monstrous creatures begins appearing within the heavily fortified prison walls.

Something truly terrible is going on within these anguish-filled halls, and Jacob needs to discover the prison’s hidden secrets–and somehow use the limited resources he can scavenge to escape with his life. But even if you find a means to break out, you still have to contend with an ever-increasing army of rapidly evolving bio-horrors. Remember: they might not be able to hear you scream in space, but your downstairs neighbor will definitely hear you losing it when you’re playing The Callisto Protocol at 3am in the dark.

Release Date: December 2 | Publisher: Krafton | PS5, PS4

Marvel’s Midnight Suns

When we think of comic-based games, we tend to think of epic superpowered action-adventures. Marvel’s Midnight Suns, however, is taking its titular heroes into a different dimension: turn-based strategy. Developed by Firaxis, the masterminds behind the legendary X-Com series of games, Marvel’s Midnight Suns is a massive crossover spectacular that offers deep, strategic gameplay that’s every bit as challenging and intense as Marvel action games.

Step into the shoes of the Hunter, an otherworldly demon slayer you create and customize as you work to prevent the resurrection of the elder god Cththon. Interact and forge alliances with legendary heroes like Wolverine, Iron Man, Blade, Captain America, and Spider-Man, then command them in battles that test mind and mettle alike. Plan your steps carefully, then leap into combat with a unique card-based action system to utilize your team’s powers to their fullest.

Release Date: December 2 | Publisher: 2K Games | PS5, PS4

Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion

Zack is back. Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion is a remake of the PSP classic that follows Cloud’s buddy and up-and-coming Soldier through the turbulent series of events that directly lead into the main story of Final Fantasy VII. A top-ranked Soldier named Genesis has deserted the organization, and Zack needs to track them down and find out what they’re up to and uncover some unpleasant Shinra corporate secrets in the process. Old and new players alike will find plenty to love in this comprehensive update, including fully-voiced cutscenes, completely re-done graphics, and a revised combat system that brings elements of Final Fantasy VII Remake’s ferocious fights into the mix. And, best of all, you get to spend quality time with Zack, one of FFVII’s most beloved (yet often “forgotten”) characters.

Release Date: December 13 | Publisher: Square Enix | PS5, PS4

What title launching in 2022 are you looking forward to most?

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27/09/2022
How Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II’s multiplayer offers more creative ways to play

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Player expectations are high for Activision and Infinity Ward’s upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II. With the game sharing a similar name to what some consider the best entry in the Call of Duty series, it undoubtedly has much to prove. At the recent Call of Duty Next event, however, Infinity Ward showed it’s rising to the challenge, adding meaningful options and innovations to the franchise’s formula.

Much like the 2019 Modern Warfare, this new title sets out to give you greater creativity to provide an extra edge, which means even more fun. The additional pieces appear in the form of various in-game tools that allow you to move, attack, and strategize in ways not seen in prior installments.

These new options are also amazingly balanced, keeping the entry barrier low but masterfully raising the high-level skill ceiling.

Move how you want

The defining word for Modern Warfare II is “choice.” You have so many options present that you can define your playstyle and gameplay across every mode. One of those options is movement and how it plays into every aspect of the game.

Mantling has evolved, so you can use it in more ways than just getting around obstacles. Now it’s possible to hang from ledges where it was previously only feasible to jump right over or not be able to scale at all. This allows you to not only peek over at potential threats and survey the land but also pull out a one-handed weapon like a pistol and ward off or even finish off opponents.

Hanging isn’t the only new option present in the movement toolkit either. Actions out of tactical sprint have been expanded as well. You are no longer restricted to only a slide to mix up and evade enemies; you can also dive. The difference is in the ground covered and the position you’re left in. Whereas the slide keeps you to the ground, diving gives a bit of airtime and leaves you in the prone position. This tool comes into play in many areas, such as quick escapes, gunfights, and hiding. One remarkable instance witnessed during the initial gameplay reveal stream featured many players diving behind obstacles and even out of windows to avoid gunfire, explosions, and other opposition.

The biggest game-changer happens under the sea. You can swim above and underwater, with the option of amphibious vehicles also being available. While riding a speedboat above the water is pretty sweet, diving with the fishes to avoid enemy fire is even sweeter. This is especially useful in larger maps and higher player count modes like Invasion, where water travel is a constant variable in the grand battle that spans the land, sea, and sky.

Unique tricks of the trade

Another significant expansion to how Modern Warfare II plays comes from all new lethal, tactical, and special equipment. These new weapons are the drill charge, shock stick, and inflatable decoy, and each adds a new variable to the fight that changes things up in fresh ways.

● Shock Stick: The shock stick is tactical gear that can be thrown on any surface. Once it sticks, it emits a lengthy electric shock that will slow down anyone approaching it. It also makes them lose control of their weapon.

● Drill Charge: The drill charge is a lethal grenade that bores its way into walls and explodes on the other side, ruining the visuals or downright putting down unsuspecting enemies in other rooms.

● Inflatable Decoy: The inflatable decoy is the cheekiest of all, popping up a balloon model soldier that can catch any opponent off guard.

Like the new movement options, these weapons expand what you can do in a match and makes room for even more creativity in play. While each can be used offensively, they can also be effective in evasion attempts, scare tactics to push away incoming opposition, or merely trolling enemies and friends alike.

Keeping it real and balanced

One of the main objectives of Infinity Ward, when it came to implementing these new options, was to bring even more authenticity and immersion to the Call of Duty series.

“These tools bring more realism into the game,” multiplayer design director Joe Cecot states. “If you’re a soldier climbing a ladder with a pistol, you’ll get that out and arm yourself. That’s why we wanted to add things like the ledge hang. You wouldn’t actually throw yourself over as we see in previous games. By giving players these choices, we not only make it more realistic, but we give them the ability to do the things they want to do instead of being forced to do something.”

But it’s not as simple as making the game as realistic as possible. Both Multiplayer Design Directors Cecot and Smith explained how a balance must be met to ensure that you keep enjoying the competitive experience.

Cecot emphasized the importance of the game feeling fluid and smooth. However, there also needs to be some weight to the soldier and weapon. It’s a constant battle for the team to make it as approachable yet skillful as possible.

This case is seen extensively with the attachment system in Modern Warfare II. You must monitor the assets you’re attaching to a gun when looking to reduce recoil, for example, but have to deal with the incurred negatives to utilize the positives. These hints of approachable realism make this title one of the most intriguing in the franchise, and the optional expansions make the player experience an easy cut above the rest.Fans can jump, mantle, dive, ledge hang, and more into the new world of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II when it releases on October 28. Learn more about weekend two of the Multiplayer Beta, running September 22 to 26 by checking out this PS Blog article.

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20/09/2022
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II Multiplayer & Warzone 2.0 details revealed
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Attention to all PlayStation players! Prepare for the next era of Call of Duty. At the Call of Duty: Next showcase event, new details emerged regarding the October 28 release of Modern Warfare II and the release later this year of Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0. Both titles promise a wealth of innovations and evolved gameplay.

Let’s go over some of the newly revealed features, as well as additional Modern Warfare II pre-order incentives reserved exclusively for PlayStation.

Modern Warfare II Multiplayer Innovations

After years of development, Modern Warfare II has undergone extensive iterations, bringing a host of evolutionary changes in technology and design.

Swimming and Aquatic Combat: Plunge underwater to flank and attack enemies. With its increased density, water affects the dynamics of combat. Learn how to use sidearms and certain equipment to achieve your aquatic goals.

Enhanced Movement Options: Slide or dolphin dive to the floor, providing more ways to hurl yourself into an engagement. For vertical movements, utilize the ledge hang, allowing more freedom to explore your environment while climbing.

Employ New Vehicles: Pilot all-new vehicles like the UTV, Light Tank, Heavy Chopper, Tactical Vehicle, and Rigid Inflatable Boat. Vehicles feature more interactive and destructible elements than ever before.

New Equipment, Field Upgrades, and Perks: Test out new Field Upgrades like the Tactical Camera, Shock Stick, Drill Charge, DDoS, and Inflatable Decoy. Equip new Perk Packages, featuring two base Perks plus a Bonus and Ultimate Perk that are earned in the match.

Gunsmith Weapon Platforms: Earn Weapon Platform Attachments that are shared across all weapons in the same platform, as well as Universal Attachments that are shared across all relevant weapons.

New Modes: Play Ground War and the new player and AI mixed Invasion, and experience new modes like Knockout, Prisoner Rescue, and the new Third Person playlist for a change in perspective.

Firing Range: Available at launch, the Firing Range is an offline testing ground with three firing lanes, ledges for mantling, and multiple targets at different ranges.

Special Ops: Continue the story after the Modern Warfare II Campaign concludes in a branching cooperative experience allowing you to explore large-scale hot zones with your fellow teammate.

Raids: Arriving later this year after launch, Raids are a new experience for the franchise, a cooperative challenge requiring teamwork and strategy like never before.

Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 Innovations

Prepare to deploy to Al Mazrah, the large and meticulously crafted new map launching with Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 as part of Modern Warfare II Season One.

New Modes of Transportation: In addition to utilizing the new swimming mechanic, you’ll also have the chance to take the controls of over a dozen unique vehicles. Occupy gas stations and seek out gas canisters to keep your fuel reserves topped up.

The Shop: An enhanced Buy Station that allows you to buy back squadmates; purchase gear like Gas Masks, Killstreaks, and Armor; and buy and upgrade weapons. You can also sell valuable loot for Cash.

Circle Collapse: A storm gradually envelops the Al Mazrah landscape. Expect variations to the traditional collapse, such as weather pattern anomalies that split the safe zone into multiple areas before reconverging into a single safe zone.

The Gulag: Starting with just your fists, loot and battle in a 2v2 multilevel arena for a chance to earn reentry to the map. Alternatively, eliminate the “Jailer” and use his keys to escape.

AI Combatants and Strongholds: Test your skills by attempting to conquer a Stronghold, featuring a high density of AI combatants ready to defend the loot within.

DMZ: Compete in an all new sandbox experience launching alongside Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0. Stay tuned for more info.

Campaign Early Access

Pre-order a digital edition of Modern Warfare II and receive early Campaign access up to a week before the full game launches* on October 28. Other pre-order benefits include:
- Early Open Beta access starting tomorrow!
- Immediate access to the Final Judgement Bundle and Khaled Al Asad Operator Bundle for use in Call of Duty: Vanguard and Call of Duty: Warzone.
- Immediate access to the Ghost Legacy Pack for use in Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® (2019) and Call of Duty: Warzone.
Vault Edition Pre-order Benefits

In addition to the previously listed rewards, Vault Edition pre-orders receive:
- Red Team 141: Four playable Multiplayer Operators — Ghost, Farah, Price, and Soap — available during the Open Beta.
- FJX Cinder Weapon Vault**: The ultimate Weapon Blueprint that retains its cosmetic properties across all native attachments. Available for use during the Open Beta.
- Season One Battle Pass and 50 Tier Skips***: If you purchase the Vault Edition after Season One, the free Battle Pass and Tier Skips apply to the current season.
- Ghost Legacy Pack: 20+ free items celebrating the Task Force 141 icon, for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019) and Call of Duty: Warzone.
PlayStation Pre-order Exclusive†: Oni Operator Pack

In a collaborative effort between Infinity Ward and the PlayStation team, we’d like to introduce a PlayStation exclusive, the Oni Operator Pack.

By digitally pre-ordering Modern Warfare II on PlayStation, you’ll be able to access the exclusive Oni Operator Pack, including the unique “Oni” Operator along with an exclusive Weapon Blueprint for use in Modern Warfare II and Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0.

For some background on this courageous operator, Hiro “Oni” Watanabe is a warrior and gun-for-hire who descended from a centuries-old samurai clan. Torn between country and family, he honors the code of the samurai while fighting to clear his disgraced family name. This additional Operator also brings with him a high-level Weapon Blueprint. Oni, and his equipment, will be playable in both Modern Warfare II Multiplayer and Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 when the titles launch.

PlayStation Plays First: Modern Warfare II Multiplayer Open Beta

Weekend One: First on PlayStation

PS5 and PS4 players who pre-order Modern Warfare II get early access to the Beta starting September 16 at 10 AM PT. From September 18 to 20, all PlayStation players regardless of pre-order status can play.

Preloading for the Beta is available now on PlayStation. Download it so you’re ready to play the moment the Beta begins.

Weekend Two

PS5 and PS4 players can access the Multiplayer Beta on the second weekend, regardless of pre-order status. The second weekend begins September 22 at 10 AM PT, ending on September 26.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II Launches October 28

Squad up and fight alongside the iconic Operators of Task Force 141 on October 28, featuring new gameplay innovations across a global Campaign, immersive Multiplayer combat, and the narrative-driven Special Ops.

Stay frosty.

*One week based on estimated access; actual play time subject to possible outages and applicable time zone differences.

** Weapon vault design limited to weapon vault contents at launch.

*** Battle pass and tier skips, or equivalent versions, will be accessible in modern warfare ii once the Season 1 Battle Pass, or equivalent system, is made available in game. Battle Pass redemption applies to one season of Modern Warfare II Battle Pass, or equivalent system only. for more information, please visit www.callofduty.com.

† PlayStation Plus players receive select bonus content not available on other platforms until Oct. 27, 2023. ps plus required for online multiplayer.

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15/09/2022
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II comes to PS5 & PS4 October 28

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Calling all PlayStation players! The sequel to 2019’s blockbuster Call of Duty: Modern Warfare is almost here. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II will kick off a new era for the franchise when it releases worldwide on October 28 for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4.

PlayStation players will witness and experience what made Task Force 141 become the legendary squad that it is as the action picks up following the harrowing and breathtaking action from the 2019 game.

Developer Infinity Ward has left no stone unturned to create a new heart-pounding experience for players.

Task Force 141’s next global Campaign. Immersive, world-class Multiplayer. An evolved Special Ops experience. All carefully crafted with gameplay and technical innovations that will introduce PlayStation fans to the new era of Call of Duty.

Campaign and Special Ops

Task Force 141 faces its greatest threat yet — a newly aligned menace with deep, yet unknown, connections.

In a direct sequel to Modern Warfare (2019), familiar heroes return and new allies are formed as the globe-trotting operation spans Europe, Asia, and the Americas..

This Campaign is set to be an incredible experience on numerous levels: offshore sieges with underwater combat, all-out explosive assaults from 30,000 feet above enemy strongholds, and high-stakes, low-profile stealth missions.

Deploying alongside you are iconic squadmates: Team leader Captain John Price; seasoned sergeant Kyle “Gaz” Garrick; the lone wolf himself, fan-favorite Simon “Ghost” Riley; fearless Sergeant John “Soap” MacTavish; as well as the newest team member, Colonel Alejandro Vargas, an incorruptible Tier 1 Operator and member of the Mexican Special Forces.

After the Campaign, PlayStation players can join up with their duo for an evolved Special Ops experience, the tactical co-op mode that advances your team-building skills and sets the table for the near endless hours of gameplay you can experience in Multiplayer.

Multiplayer: Next Generation Innovations

Those who drop into Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II Multiplayer at launch will be the first to try out and level up multiple base weapons, explore a wide range of maps and modes, meet an international cast of Operators, and more.

With new ways to play and numerous gameplay innovations, including a revamped Gunsmith that offers more customization than ever before, Modern Warfare II will hit the ground running on day one.

PlayStation players who jump in right at the start will also be well-prepared for an incredible post-release calendar, set to include a massive amount of free post-launch content drops featuring new maps, modes, and blockbuster special events that players won’t want to miss.

Modern Warfare II — Technical Upgrades

Modern Warfare II will be the most advanced Call of Duty in history, with a truly immersive experience with stunningly realistic sound, lighting, and graphics. Navigate more lifelike environments via the game’s enhanced rendering and photogrammetry technology. It will be a treat to experience this game on PlayStation 5 with incredible visual fidelity, 3D Audio and DualSense support that heightens the experience overall and will make you feel you’re right in the middle of the action.

The game also features a new advanced AI system. Enemies and friendlies alike across Campaign and Special Ops act tactically using combat and cover maneuvering techniques that would be second nature to a Tier 1 Operator.

Warzone in the next generation for Call of Duty

Development on an all-new, dynamic Warzone experience is also being led by Infinity Ward along with Raven Software. The new, free-to-play battle royale Warzone also features the same technology powering Modern Warfare II, so both titles leverage the Call of Duty engine that first debuted with Modern Warfare (2019), providing the most seamless and advanced Call of Duty experiences ever.

The new: Warzone is scheduled for release later this year on PS5 and PS4.

Pre-orders Available Now

Pre-order your copy of Modern Warfare II today at PlayStation Store or via the in-game Franchise Store in Warzone, Call of Duty: Vanguard, Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, or Modern Warfare (2019).

All pre-order versions grant access to the full game at launch and to Open Beta Early Access, first on PlayStation. Now onto the pre-order editions:

Vault Edition

Day One Operators: On Day One, Vault Edition owners will receive four playable Multiplayer Operators — Ghost, Farah, Price, and Soap — each wearing a special masked outfit for each. All of them are themed around the legendary mercenary Ghost, custom-made to get the job done.

FJX Cinder Weapon Vault*:

The ultimate weapon is team, and great teams need the right tools for the toughest missions.

We plan to share more details on the FJX Cinder Weapon Vault and the new Gunsmith closer to Modern Warfare II’s launch.

Season One Battle Pass and 50 Tier Skips**: Following the launch of Modern Warfare II, Vault Edition holders will receive the Season One Battle Pass and 50 Tier Skips (or its equivalent) for free.

Ghost Legacy Pack***: Get the Ghost Legacy Pack featuring 20+ items for immediate use in Modern Warfare (2019) and Warzone. This pack contains a collection of previously released Modern Warfare Bundle content crafted to celebrate the Task Force 141 icon, including 12 Ghost Operator Skins and 10 Assault Rifle Weapon Blueprints.

Double XP: Pre-order from the in-game Franchise Store in Warzone, Call of Duty: Vanguard, Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, or Modern Warfare (2019), and receive 10 hours of Double XP Tokens and 10 hours of Double Weapon XP Tokens for use in Modern Warfare II. Hit the ground running on launch day.

The Vault Edition is the highest tier of Modern Warfare and is available for $99.99 (MSRP) or your regional equivalent.

Cross-gen Bundle and physical copies

With the pre-order of the digital Cross-Gen Bundle, you’ll get access to the base game at launch, early access to the Open Beta, and other instant rewards to be revealed later. The Vault Edition and Cross-Gen Bundle give players access to Modern Warfare II on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4.

If you prefer a physical disc copy of Modern Warfare II, preorder the physical Cross-Gen Bundle for PlayStation 4 or the next-generation version for PlayStation 5.

These digital and physical versions are available for $69.99 (MSRP) or your regional equivalent.

Preorder and get Early Open Beta Access****

Every digital and physical edition pre-order of Modern Warfare II includes early access to the game’s Open Beta, first on PlayStation. Beta-specific dates and details will be revealed in the coming weeks.

Stay frosty.

*Weapon Vault design limited to Weapon Vault contents at launch.

**Battle Pass and Tier Skips, or equivalent versions, will be accessible in Modern Warfare II once the Season 1 Battle Pass, or equivalent system, is made available in-game. Battle Pass redemption applies to one season of Modern Warfare II Battle Pass, or equivalent system, only.

***Call of Duty: Modern Warfare / Call of Duty: Warzone required to redeem Ghost Legacy Pack. Sold/downloaded separately. Must be redeemed by October 28, 2023.

****Actual platform availability and launch date(s) of MP Beta subject to change. See www.callofduty.com/beta for more details. Minimum Open Beta duration is 2 days. Limited time only, while Early Access Beta Codes last, at participating retailers. Online multiplayer subscription may be required.

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08/06/2022