Call of Duty

Since it launched in 2003, the Call of Duty video game franchise has been thrilling players in new ways that leverage advancing technology with each edition. Here's a look at everything COD, from leaks and news and essays to service journalism in the form of guides and walkthroughs.

A Call of Duty character doing the thumbs up with explosive around their waist

Dropping In

Opinion

Call of Duty, The Military-Industrial Complex, and Me

Can you love Call of Duty while hating war?

ACAB/MAGA

The left-wing gamers who love Call of Duty

For many players, a cultural reckoning about police violence hasn't dimmed the shine of the venerable shooter.

Coined

How Call of Duty inspired the internet's most sarcastic show of support

"Press F to pay respects."

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Gaming News

'Call of Duty: Black Ops 6' Season 1: What to Expect, New Maps, Modes, Weapons, Zombies Update

By Trone Dowd

The long road ahead begins

Opinion

Nuketown Is a Crucible for Returning Call of Duty Players

By Trone Dowd

Nuketown is a compact Call of Duty map beloved for its mix of long and short-range possibilities. And it's way too tough for newbies.

Retrospective

10 Years Ago, Call of Duty Took Its Biggest Risk Yet

By Trone Dowd

Press F to pay respects to the entry that gave Call of Duty the shake-up it sorely needed.

Gaming

'Call of Duty: Black Ops 6' Just Broke Several Records For Xbox, But There’s A Catch

By Trone Dowd

Xbox saw a significant boost in Game Pass subscriptions following Black Ops 6’s release but refrained from sharing raw figures.

Game Guides

'Call of Duty: Black Ops 6' Solutions to All Of The Safe House Puzzles

By Trone Dowd

Get to the bottom of Black Ops 6's coolest mystery.

Review

'Call of Duty: Black Ops 6' Review: The Best In Years

By Trone Dowd

The story leaves newbies behind, but that doesn’t stop this campaign from being a surprisingly compelling departure.

Gaming

'Call of Duty: Black Ops 6' Season 1 Release Date, Guide, What to Expect

By Trone Dowd

The first season's details have leaked.

Opinion

'Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6' Multiplayer Feels Like The Perfect Re-entry Point Older Fans

By Trone Dowd

Adds just enough to feel new while retaining the dumb fun of the old.

Gaming

Here’s When You Can Start Playing Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

By Trone Dowd

This year's Call of Duty is ditching some of the series' launch traditions, so here's a rundown on what you need to know.

Retrospective

20 Years Ago, Call Of Duty’s First B-Team Changed The Franchise Forever

By Trone Dowd

Call Of Duty's first expansion also marked the first time developers got to add their own spin on Infinity Ward's revolutionary groundwork.