Activision has announced significant changes for players of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 and Modern Warfare 3. These games will be released as standalone titles, allowing players to access them directly without going through the Call of Duty HQ launcher. This shift will help streamline the gaming experience and free up storage space, as legacy content will be removed automatically. Although this change will not affect Warzone content from either title, it marks a step towards easier access for players who found the previous launcher cumbersome and time-consuming. Additionally, this decision seems to pave the way for the upcoming release of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, enhancing player engagement in preparation for the anticipated installment.

Why did Activision remove the requirement for Call of Duty HQ to play Modern Warfare 2 and 3?

Activision removed the requirement in response to player complaints regarding the time-consuming nature of accessing games through the Call of Duty HQ launcher. This update allows players to access Modern Warfare 2 and 3 directly, streamlining their gaming experience.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is set to be released later this year and is particularly notable as the first consecutive release in the Black Ops series. Developed by Treyarch and Raven Software, this latest installment will feature an exciting cast including Milo Ventimiglia and Kiernan Shipka, promising fresh narratives and engaging gameplay. The game is expected to introduce new multiplayer modes and continues to build on the franchise's reputation for thrilling combat and storytelling.