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Activision is currently developing a brand new Call of Duty subfranchise, signaling a potential shift away from the established Modern Warfare and Black Ops series. Chief Marketing Officer Tyler Bahl confirmed this initiative in an interview with The Game Business, emphasizing that the company aims to prioritize innovation over relying on legacy titles.
Bahl stated that the company is responding to audience feedback requesting fresh and different experiences. While official details regarding the specific studio or release date remain unannounced, industry speculation points toward Sledgehammer Games as the likely developer for a project expected to launch next year.
Unverified rumors from 2025 suggest the upcoming title might incorporate martial arts-inspired combat, potentially blending gunplay with close-quarters mechanics. Such a direction would mark a return to Sledgehammer's history of experimentation, which previously included the introduction of exosuit-based movement in Advanced Warfare and an early, cancelled attempt at a third-person Vietnam War title.
The future of the franchise remains uncertain as Infinity Ward concludes its current Modern Warfare narrative arc. While the universe may persist through specific characters, the move toward a new subfranchise represents the first departure from the Modern Warfare and Black Ops cycle in over five years.
