Call of Duty Esports News

The January 2025 Call of Duty Community Update addresses several community concerns about Black Ops 6. Previously, we covered the measures taken by Activision and the RICOCHET to combat the title's cheating problem. In this article, we’ll delve deeper into the Community Update, summarizing Activision's plans for improving the overall player experience. Server Issues and Lobby Crashing Persistent community reports of server disconnects and lobby crashes have been a significant concern. The Demonware team has identified the root causes ofmore

After a successful launch in October 2024 that shattered franchise records, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is now facing what many are calling the biggest downfall in the series' history. Server crashes, persistent bugs, and an ever-present cheating issue have significantly tanked the game’s popularity. Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 has a Cheater Problem? One of the most pressing criticisms of Black Ops 6 is its rampant cheating. The Call of Duty subreddit is flooded with complaints, highlightingmore

On January 15 a.k.a 115 day, Treyarch announced their plans for the upcoming Season 02 of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. One of the biggest surprises dropped during the announcement is the new Zombies map “The Tomb”. New Black Ops 6 Zombies Map - The Tomb: With an experience similar to Liberty Falls, the story of “The Tomb” follows the protagonist's journey after the horrific events of Citadelle des Morts in search of the Sentinels Artifact. The new mapmore

Origins of Call of Duty Zombies Call of Duty Zombies, initially known as Nazi Zombies, began as a bonus mode in Call of Duty: World at War, developed by Treyarch. This game mode gained immense popularity, leading to its return in subsequent titles such as Call of Duty: Black Ops series, Call of Duty: Vanguard, and more. The mode features players battling against waves of zombies across various maps, each with unique settings and challenges. Gameplay Mechanics Round-Based Format Themore

Former Counter-Strike pro and FPS legend Michael "Shroud" Grzesiek has announced a Charity Fragathon for January 2025. Throughout the month, Shroud will stream with a frag counter, and every frag will add $1 to the total amount. Additionally, subs and donations will act as multipliers, increasing the per-frag contribution. He will also invite his friends to his LAN setup (in his own home) to donate “frags” and further boost the total. During the entire month of January, Shroud’s IRL streamsmore

As reported by Strafe Esports yesterday, Call of Duty Black Ops 6 is commencing with their latest collaboration effort, with Netflix hit-series Squid Game. The event, set to begin on the 3rd of January, will include a robust Event Pass with 10 tiers of rewards, doubled with the unlocking of a separate premium track. Moreover, the collaboration event also sees the release of new game modes, some entirely new and inspired from Squid Game, and others as a mash betweenmore

Treyarch has announced the contents of the next major update for Call of Duty Black Ops 6. The newest addition to the franchise is just over 2 months old but has already recorded the highest engagement of any Call of Duty game in its first 30 days from launch. With this latest update, the Call of Duty franchise returns with yet another crossover - Squid Game. The collaboration with the hit Netflix series will feature new limited-time game modes, weaponmore

Gary "Roach" Sanderson is one of the most memorable characters in the Call of Duty franchise. As the main playable character in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 and its remastered version, Roach's story is filled with intense missions, high-stakes operations, and unforgettable moments. His journey through the game's narrative showcases his bravery, skill, and loyalty as a Special Forces operator in Task Force 141. The Beginnings: Operation Kingfish Roach's story begins with his involvement in Operation Kingfish. This missionmore

The landscape of online gamble on Esports in the United States is a complex and rapidly evolving one, shaped by state-by-state regulations and federal policies. As of 2024, the legal status of online gambling varies significantly from one state to another, with some fully embracing both online casinos and sports betting, while others maintain restrictions or outright bans. This article takes a deep dive into the current legal status of online gambling across the US, highlights key states where thismore

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Zombies introduces two distinct gameplay modes: Standard and Directed, each offering a unique experience tailored to different player preferences and skill levels. Our comprehensive guide will dig deep into the specifics of both modes, providing players with all the information they need to make the best decision and optimize their Zombies experience. Directed mode availability is still limited Currently, Directed Mode is available for two maps: Liberty Falls and Terminus. The newest map Black Ops 6 Zombies, Citadelle des Morts, does not yet support this feature. Treyarch's approach to Directed Mode follows a specificmore

Video game franchises rarely get close to the monumental success of Call of Duty (CoD). Since its first debut in the early 2000s, the series continues to set benchmarks in the first-person shooter (FPS) genre, quickly becoming one of the best-selling franchises of all time. With two dozens of mainline titles and spin-offs, the journey from its roots in World War II to modern and futuristic warfare is a celebration of its enduring appeal to the avid fanbase. It doesn'tmore

The Ballistic Knife is a distinctive special weapon that has made appearances across multiple Call of Duty titles, including Black Ops, Black Ops II, and Cold War. Known for its versatility, the weapon combines melee functionality with the ability to fire blades as projectiles, offering players unique tactical opportunities in both multiplayer and Zombies modes. Introduction to the Ballistic Knife First introduced in Call of Duty: Black Ops, the Ballistic Knife quickly became a fan favorite due to its innovativemore

The Ray Gun is one of the most recognizable and enduring weapons in the Call of Duty series, particularly within the Zombies game mode. Introduced in Call of Duty: World at War, it quickly became a fan favorite, known for its distinctive design, powerful energy blasts, and ability to obliterate zombies in a single shot. Over the years, the Ray Gun has appeared in numerous Call of Duty titles, each time bringing with it slight variations that have kept playersmore

Sergeant Keegan P. Russ is a standout character in Call of Duty: Ghosts, known for his exceptional skills and unyielding dedication. As a former Marine Corps scout sniper, Keegan's quiet demeanor and impressive combat abilities make him an invaluable member of the Ghosts, a covert operations unit. This article explores Keegan's military background, key missions, and his enduring presence in the Call of Duty franchise, highlighting his contributions and the intricate details of his character. Introduction Sergeant Keegan P. Russmore

Mastering movement in Call of Duty can make the difference between life and death in intense gunfights. This ultimate guide breaks down key movement techniques, providing the details you need to maximize your agility and outplay opponents in Call of Duty. We'll start with basic moves and work our way up to advanced strategies, so let's dive in! 1. Strafing Strafing is the simplest, yet one of the most effective movement techniques in Call of Duty. Knowing how to strafemore

A specific Operator skin in Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone has unexpectedly become a solution to the ongoing issue of aimbotting. The skin, known as "The Rook", appears to disrupt the effectiveness of cheat software, particularly aimbots, which have been a persistent problem in the game for a long while. The Rook skin and its impact on cheating The skin is part of the Ghost Operator, available in two variants. Players have found that using the base version of Themore

As we enter the Esports World Cup Week 6 (EWC), the competition heats up with three iconic titles: Teamfight Tactics, Fortnite, and Street Fighter 6. Hosted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, this week's events promise to showcase a mix of strategy, creativity, and intense battles. Here's a detailed look at what to expect, including schedules, team profiles, and key matchups. Teamfight Tactics (TFT) The Teamfight Tactics tournament will feature 16 top squads competing in a format designed to test their strategicmore

Have you ever wondered what Esports' Boot Camps look like? Pros often get together to practice for major tournaments at Boot Camps but how big are they? how many rooms? what are the facilities? Thanks to the good folks at Gaimin Gladiators, we now know. Erik "tOfu" Engel showcased their practice house for Riyadh Masters 2024 and gave us an inside tour of how pros prepare for the year's biggest events. Gaimin Gladiators' Boot Camp is in Manchester, England Anmore

On June 14th 2024, Thomas Bach, President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced the upcoming creation of the Esports Olympics. A month later, on July 12th 2024, the location for the inaugural esports Olympics was announced. Set to kick off in 2025, Saudi Arabia has been confirmed as the host country according to L’Equipe. This announcement follows the roaring success that is the Esports World Cup, currently held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, hosting 21 esports titles across 22 tournaments.more

The first event of the Esports World Cup 2024 concluded yesterday with Team Falcons clinching the Call of Duty: Warzone title gaining 1000 points for Club Championship. The event started with 21 teams playing the solo seeding stage and concluding with fourteen teams playing the final round. Let’s see how the tournament went down. Esports World Cup 2024 Warzone: Solo Seeding Stage Recap The first day of Esports World Cup 2024 featured the Solo Seeding Stage. The three groups ofmore