Call of Duty Esports News

The $55 billion acquisition of Electronic Arts (EA Games) by a consortium led by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) is the latest (but not the last) movement we will continue seeing by petrodollars owners in their quest to dominate yet another ecosystem. Beyond the sheer financial magnitude, this symbolizes a shift toward centralized control of competitive gaming by a single geopolitical entity. For esports stakeholders, players, fans, developers, and organizations, this new reality demands a critical, nuanced examination, beforemore

Wade Jackson is one of the four main playable characters in Call of Duty: Vanguard and later appears as an Operator in Call of Duty: Mobile. Known for his daring flying skills and strong personality, Jackson stands out as one of the most memorable figures in the franchise. His story covers key moments in the Pacific theater of World War II, showcasing both his strengths and his flaws. Early Life Wade Jackson was born in Brooklyn, New York, as amore

The Call of Duty Sheiva is a semi-automatic assault rifle from Black Ops III. Known for its slow fire rate but extremely high damage, it stands out as a weapon that rewards accuracy and patience. This guide covers its use across campaign, multiplayer, and Zombies, including specifications, strengths, weaknesses, and best attachments. Sheiva Overview The Sheiva is described in-game as a “Semi-auto marksman assault rifle. Eliminates enemy infantry in 2 shots.” It has the lowest fire rate in its classmore

At its core, esports is a marketing tool for competitive games to showcase the full spectrum of the possibilities. What started as local LAN parties and gaming conventions has now grown into a full-fledged industry; an industry that fills arenas, supports thousands of careers and impacts millions of lives daily. These events that started small, now support an investment market with a humble valuation of $3.7 billion (2025) and is expected to rise to $40 billion before 2034. This growingmore

Call of Duty Black Ops 7 will deliver a new chapter to its iconic Zombies game mode, diving deep into lore and introducing a brand-new team caught in a nightmarish dimensional battle. The release, set for November 14, 2025, expands the narrative scope with a rich cast and a dark tale set around Project Janus. This article breaks down the lore and unravels the mystery of the game's expanded Zombies storyline. Dark Aether: The New Battleground The story opens withmore

Nora Salter is one of the most memorable characters in Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare. As Executive Officer of the Retribution and the best pilot in the SATO fleet, her role goes far beyond flying missions. She supports the main character, Nick Reyes, through critical moments in the war against the Settlement Defense Front (SDF). Her presence helps drive the story forward, both emotionally and strategically. This article explains who Nora Salter is, where she comes from, her key missions,more

Activision has doubled down on its battle against cheaters in Call of Duty Black Ops 7 with amazing effectiveness, implementing aggressive new measures that have caught over 55,000 cheaters off-guard in August alone. The RICOCHET Anti-Cheat system has entered what developers describe as "full force" mode, combining real-time disruption tactics with hardware-level security requirements for the upcoming Black Ops 7 launch. Cheaters' Worst Nightmare The most striking development in Activision's anti-cheat arsenal involves in-game measures that actively sabotage cheaters duringmore

The VMP is one of the most recognizable submachine guns in the Call of Duty franchise. Known for its high fire rate, large magazine, and reliability in close-quarters combat, the VMP has been a consistent pick for players across multiplayer, campaign, and Zombies. This article explains the weapon’s features, appearances in different games, and strategies for using it effectively. VMP Overview The VMP is a fully-automatic submachine gun. It is defined by its high rate of fire, moderate recoil, andmore

Paramount Pictures, the studio behind the Sonic and Mission Impossible franchises, has officially started work on a live-action movie adaptation of Call of Duty. With the project still in its early stages, details about the cast, storyline, and release timeline remain under wraps. Call of Duty Movie: A Perfect IP to Adapt Only outsold by Tetris and Mario, Call of Duty is the third best-selling video game franchise of all time. Its latest installment, Black Ops 6, drew an impressivemore

Riot Games’ 2v2 tag-team fighting game’s roster just got bigger. Along with the release of the closed beta on Tuesday, September 9, League’s Support Champion Blitzcrank will join 2XKO. Blitzcrank joins the fold The indestructible automaton from Zaun, Blitzcrank is one of the oldest Champions introduced to League of Legends. Previously designed as a Tank/Support champion, Blitzcrank is currently a bot lane Support mainstay. Similar to its League version, 2XKO Blitzcrank has the “Rocket Grab” and the iterations of themore

The Kuda in Call of Duty: Black Ops III is a submachine gun known for its balanced design and steady performance. It serves as a reliable entry weapon for both new and experienced players, appearing across Campaign, Multiplayer, and Zombies modes. This guide covers its specifications, strengths, attachments, and role in each game mode. Origins and Design The Kuda is a South African submachine gun produced in the mid-21st century. In Black Ops III, it fires 5.58x33mm rounds and weighsmore

The gaming community is already anticipating the Call of Duty Black Ops 7 release, expected to be on November 14, 2025, with groundbreaking features and a revamped experience. This article aims to analyze what we know about the COD Black Ops 7 gameplay mechanics, explore the Call of Duty 2025 gameplay innovations, and clarify confusion surrounding Black Ops Gulf War. Call of Duty Black Ops 7 Campaign and Endgame Mode Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 introduces one of themore

The Gorgon is a light machine gun that appears in Call of Duty: Black Ops III. Known in the beta files as the Slowfire, it is one of the most unique LMGs in the game. It delivers high damage with each shot, but at the cost of a very slow fire rate and poor handling. This makes it a weapon that requires patience and accuracy rather than speed. This article looks at the Gorgon across Campaign, Multiplayer, and Zombies, explainingmore

After the success of the Esports World Cup featuring some of the best organizations, the EWCF now plans to organize an even bigger fiesta — the Esports Nations Cup. In November 2026, the best esports athletes from around the world will gather in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, donning their national colors. What do we know about the Esports Nations Cup? At the New Global Sport Conference 2025, the EWCF officially announced the Esports Nations Cup, a tournament featuring national teams. “Nation versus nation competition is the ultimate expression of sport. The ENC makes this a reality for esports, giving every fanmore

Team Falcons has successfully defended their EWC Club Championship title, securing their second crown in the 2025 edition held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. While this back-to-back victory represents a remarkable achievement, the path to glory reveals a narrative about financial resources, participation breadth, and the surprisingly competitiveness other organizations were able to achieve, almost spoiling Falcons party. Falcons' multi-title assault Team Falcons approached the 2025 Esports World Cup with a clear strategy; compete in nearly everything. The Saudi Arabian organizationmore

Call of Duty’s latest PC builds now start a small, unfamiliar program called enrollaik.exe every time you launch the game. Far from malware, this executable is a keystone in RICOCHET Anti-Cheat’s new hardware-backed security stack. It automatically enrolls a TPM 2.0 Attestation Identity Key (AIK) so that Activision’s servers can verify your machine at boot and confirm that the kernel-level driver (randgrid.sys) is running in a trusted environment. Below, we unpack how enrollaik.exe works, why it appears only while the game is open, and how itmore

Ludvig Maxis is one of the most important characters in the Call of Duty Zombies storyline. He was a brilliant scientist, the leader of Group 935, and the father of Samantha Maxis. His experiments with Element 115 led to the creation of Zombies, Hellhounds, and the technology that fueled the entire saga. Over time, Maxis shifted roles, moving from antagonist to reluctant guide, shaping the fate of the survivors across multiple timelines. Early Life and Role in Group 935 Maxismore

The Call of Duty Invasion map offers a mix of close-quarters combat and long-range engagements. Set in a war-torn desert city, it features narrow streets, interconnected buildings, and key vantage points. Understanding its layout and game mode strategies is essential for controlling objectives and surviving the constant action. Map Overview Invasion is a medium-sized urban map inspired by the rescue mission from Modern Warfare 2’s “Team Player” campaign mission. Combat is fast-paced, with engagements breaking out in open streets andmore

With a stunning performance, Twisted Minds has emerged as the champions of the Call of Duty: Warzone at the 2025 Esports World Cup. The Saudi Arabian organization secured their place in esports history by claiming the coveted trophy and their share of the tournament's massive $1 million prize pool. Championship Glory on Rebirth Island The finals took place at the Qiddiya Esports Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where 21 teams from around the world battled for supremacy on the iconic Rebirth Island.more

Dr. Yuri Zavoyski is one of the most complex figures in Call of Duty’s Zombies storyline. Once a Soviet scientist working on advanced research projects, his descent into madness and eventual transformation into the Pentagon Thief is rooted in manipulation, tragedy, and supernatural influence. This article unpacks Yuri’s timeline, his role in the games, and what led to his infamous status. Early Life at the Ascension Group Yuri Zavoyski joined the Ascension Group on October 19, 1955, alongside Dr. Antonmore