Call of Duty Marked 20th Anniversary With Exciting News on ‘Modern Warfare III’

First launched in 2003, Call of Duty has a long and interesting history. Now a massive global experience synonymous with the first-person action genre today, and you can read more through this blog.

October 29 marks a major milestone for this storied franchise, as it celebrates Call of Duty’s 20th anniversary, along with Activision’s Studio partners and development teams. 

This milestone is only possible with the help of these teams and all developers, past and present – as well as the incredible Call of Duty community. 

Whether you’ve played Call of Duty since October 29, 2003, or only started playing it, the community wants to thank you for being part of Call of Duty’s 20-year history, which will continue with the launch of Modern Warfare III on November 10, the first time in back-to-back years that the franchise has released a direct sequel.

For those not familiar with that history, here’s the Call of Duty franchise in video form:

Have a closer look at every major release in the Call of Duty franchise, with new innovations and memorable moments from every game on this blog. 

A Look Ahead to Modern Warfare III and Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile

Call of Duty’s history will continue with the release of Modern Warfare III on 10 November, 2023. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III will feature cross platform play and progression on Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation 4 at launch.

Check out the official release date trailer below:

Digital Pre-Purchase Editions & Bonuses

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III is available for digital pre-purchase as a Standard or Cross-Gen Digital edition and Vault edition. Cross-Gen Digital Edition gives players flexibility in terms of potential upgrades or platform availability. Each digital edition includes one or more items to gear up against the ultimate threat. 

• Standard or Cross-Gen Digital Edition: Includes Early Access to the Campaign and Zombie Ghost Operator Skin
• Vault Edition: Includes everything in Standard edition, plus Soul Harvester Tracer Weapon Blueprint, Nemesis Operator Pack, 2 Weapon Vaults, and BlackCell (1 Season) + 30 Additional Tier Skips

In Spring 2024, prepare to join over 45 million fans who have already pre-registered Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile and prepare your squad to drop into two painstakingly-recreated Battle Royale maps – Verdansk and Rebirth Island – along with shared progression and Battle Pass integration with Modern Warfare III and Call of Duty: Warzone, and an authentic multiplayer experience including maps like Shipment and Shoot House to complement Battle Royale.

Here’s to 20 more and beyond!