Activision has recently announced that they will be making a Call of Duty game for mobile devices. The game, which will be made in partnership with Tencent, will be released (as of now) exclusively in China. Tencent is, of course, the company behind the popular PUBG Mobile game.
This venture was announced in a joint press release by the two gaming giants this morning. Within the announcement, the game was detailed to be free-to-play along with “bringing together a collection of beloved Call of Duty characters, maps, modes and weapons from across the franchise.” In addition to this, the press release stated that the game will be wholly original and not simply be a port of a previous game. Furthermore, the game will be developed by Tencent’s leading mobile developers.
In the press release, Rob Kostich, EVP, and GM of the Call of Duty franchise stated that Activision is:
“working closely with one of Tencent’s top mobile studios, Timi, to develop a fun and original Call of Duty experience that delivers superb gameplay and mechanics to mobile players…Call of Duty has been the leading first-person action experience around the globe for years and seeing that come to life on the mobile platform has been really exciting. We can’t wait for fans to play.”
Steven Ma, SVP of Tencent Holdings Limited added that:
“Tencent is thrilled to bring the No. 1 top-selling, console video game franchise globally eight of the last nine years to the millions of mobile game players in China…We are bringing together a vast array of characters, content, and modes from across this great franchise into a new Call of Duty mobile game tailored to meet the interests and play styles of mobile players in China. We look forward to revealing the title soon and releasing the game in China in a few months.”
But what do you think? Are you excited for this mobile port considering Tencent’s previous work? Or do you think it is not going to be all that much in the end? Sound off in the comments below!
Top 10 Weapons in Call of Duty History
Call of Duty has had a ton of great weapons. But they can't all be the best. Here are our favorite ones.
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Top 10 Weapons in Call of Duty History: UMP45
A Modern Warfare 2 fan favorite, the UMP45 can easily be considered the most efficient, all-around submachine gun in CoD's arsenal. High damage output, low recoil, precision, and its ability to hit targets at a long range made this weapon almost seem like a myth that most SMGs couldn't compare to, even to this day. -
Top 10 Weapons in Call of Duty History: SCAR-H
The SCAR-H was, in a sense, the evolution of the legendary AK-47. Featuring immense power and slightly better accuracy, the SCAR-H made players feel like a hungry, powerful tiger roaming the land in search of its next prey. Due to the power, there was some hefty recoil which could be subdued if fired in short bursts. If players activated the scavenger pro perk to work around the low amount of ammunition, they almost always had the distinct advantage. -
Top 10 Weapons in Call of Duty History: FAMAS
This fast firing assault rifle quickly became another fan favorite in Call of Duty: Black Ops. Whether it was during long range or close quarters combat, no one wanted to go head-to-head against seasoned shooters, especially those who mastered the weapon's recoil. -
Top 10 Weapons in Call of Duty History: Intervention
This is the best sniper rifle in the Call of Duty franchise, period. Introduced in MW2, the Intervention is still one of the most enjoyable and iconic sniper rifles to exist. With the right perks, such as stopping power, sleight of hand, and steady aim, there was no shortage of fun with this innovative sniper. The thermal scope made it twice as effective, while the smooth handling enabled players to move around with much more ease than the other elite sniper rifles in the franchise. -
Top 10 Weapons in Call of Duty History: Model 1887 Akimbo
You're probably grinning as you look at this picture. In MW2, the Akimbo was a horrific sight to see if you were on the wrong end of the barrel. This weapon was considered by some as a cheat code due to its immense power and one-shot kill. The range was surprisingly long and if you were running around the map using the dual wield option, you were virtually unstoppable. Acquiring killstreaks was like taking candy from a baby! -
Top 10 Weapons in Call of Duty History: SPAS-12
When it comes to close quarters combat, the SPAS-12 pump shotgun was simply unmatched during the release of Modern Warfare 2. Not only did it have incredibly high damage, but it was able to kill another player with a single shot from distance, making it a lethal secondary weapon. Yes, MW2 featured shotguns as a secondary weapon and we loved it! -
Top 10 Weapons in Call of Duty History: MP-40
The MP-40 sub machine gun has been featured in multiple Call of Duty titles, but was best used in World at War. This weapon is without a doubt one of the best weapons in the franchise's entire history, but also the most overpowered SMG. It was deadly as a stock weapon, but with the right attachments and perks, it outmatched even some of the best assault rifles Call of Duty has had to offer over the years. -
Top 10 Weapons in Call of Duty History: ACR
If there was one weapon that completely screamed "OP" it would be the ACR. If you played MW2 or MW3 - especially MW2 - the ACR was the epitome of an overpowered weapon. With little to no recoil and solid power, this gun was always an option for most players, regardless of the game mode or scenario. The iron sight was also one of the best in the Modern Warfare series, allowing you to use another useful attachment in that slot instead. -
Top 10 Weapons in Call of Duty History: M16A4
The M16 is one of the franchise's most popular weapons, and for good reason. Unlocked at level 1 in COD 4, most players became comfortable with this weapon at an early stage, with it's low recoil and powerful three-round burst. Also appearing in MW2, the M16 was one of the ideal go-to guns for those who were in a bit of a rut. -
Top 10 Weapons in Call of Duty History: AK-47
Arguably one of most known weapons, the AK-47 has been around for ages, and still holds up today as one of the most powerful assault rifles in existence. The extreme power and range enabled players to shoot through various walls and materials to kill opponents, and was also key in suppressive and covering fire tactics. This weapon has been around the duration of the Call of Duty franchise and it's hard to beat.
