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Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Remastered Might Come Next

Even though you might have seen that PEGI decided to take down a listing for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Remastered, that the swift removal after its brief appearance might be a sign that the game is on its way. However, Activision has not yet announced Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 or its release date. You will still have to wait a little bit longer for details.

It does not really make sense to show up right now because Activision used Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Remastered as a pack-in incentive for the Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare in 2016, a fact that did not bring fans any pleasure.

A standalone release was launched the next year on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Windows PC. Even more, PlayStation Plus subscribers will get Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Remastered in March, for free.

Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Remastered Might Be The Next Release In The Series

Whatever the next Call of Duty installment in 2019 would be, it looks like it will come out with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Remastered. Many fans are already used to the tactics the company uses. Accordingly, this year we might get Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, as it is the turn of Infinity Ward to take over the development process of the in 2019. Infinite Warfare pretty much ended the futuristic timeline, but the two games were part of Black Ops and World War II heritage of the series.

The potential launch of Call of Duy: Modern Warfare 2 Remastered would celebrate the series’ 10th anniversary this year, “No Russian” foofaraw and all. In addition to that, the league keeps Cole Hamels too and maybe using another droll P.S.A he will come back to promote it.

Activision is usually announcing a new Call of Duty in mid-spring. For example, in 2017, in mid-April, the company revealed CoD: WWII, and in May 2018 the Black Ops 4 got a showcase. This year, Activision might also present the next Call of Duty title somewhen between April and May. What’s for sure, to some extent, is that a Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Remastered would also come out soon.

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Is Diablo 4 Coming Out In 2020? Blizzard Hires Diablo and Warcraft Devs For “Several Projects”

Diablo 4 is undoubtedly the most sought-after title from Blizzard by the fans. And there might be some indications that, indeed, Diablo 4 is in the works right now. Blizzard, despite the layoffs, lately, is currently looking for Diablo devs to work on “several projects.”

Blizzard Hires Diablo and Warcraft Devs For “Several Projects”

Everything came out thanks to Blizzard’s COO Coddy Johnson who spoke recently about the studio’s growing resources, even though Activision, Blizzard’s owners, fired about 8 percent of its devs.

“Diablo’s development headcount will grow substantially as the teams work on several projects underway for the franchise, as well as the global launch for Diablo Immortal,” stated Coddy Johnson. He added that Blizzard is also investing in future Warcraft projects. “Overall, Blizzard’s management is reinforcing its pipeline with more resources than ever before to support planned mobile titles, several PC and console releases, and WoW’s continued cadence of content,” Johnson said.

“Future Warcraft projects” might refer to World of Warcraft Classic and Warcraft 3 Reforged, but could also mean something new, something we know nothing about yet.

Is Diablo 4 Coming Out in 2020?

As Coddy Johnson said, Blizzard is hiring Diablo devs to work on several projects. That could mean that Blizzard is willing to boost the development process of Diablo 2 Remastered, but it could also mean that Diablo 4 is under works at Blizzard. In the meantime, as Coddy Johnson said, Activision and Blizzard are focusing on the global launch of Diablo Immortal for mobile devices, developed by Blizzard and NetEase.

On the other hand, Activision stated earlier this year that no significant game release would take place in 2019. That means Diablo 4, if indeed in the works now, would come out in 2020 at least. However, no major game would launch in 2019, but that doesn’t mean Activision and Blizzard won’t announce the potential future rollout of Diablo 4 or Warcraft-based projects. We’ll definitely keep an eye on this topic.

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Bungie Separated From Activision, But It Keeps The Rights Over Destiny Franchise, Exclusively

In a press release, Activision announced that it is terminating its publishing partnership with Bungie, which in turn retains the rights over the Destiny franchise.

The studio behind the Halo series signed a historic partnership in 2010 with Activision, which provided it with publishing and financial support from the publisher. But several years later, the deal broke. In fall 2018, Activision reported its unsatisfaction with the sales of the latest extension of Destiny 2, Renegades,  and rumors suggested that the relationship between the Activision and Bungie was already tumultuous.

The result is, therefore, the end of the agreement.

“When we signed our partnership with Activision in 2010, the video game industry was very different. As an independent studio looking to create a whole new experience, we were looking for a partner willing to take risks with us. We had a vision of Destiny that we believed in, but to launch a game of this magnitude, we needed the support of a recognized publishing partner,” explained Bungie.

Bungie Has Big Plans For Destiny Franchise, Even Though They Separated From Activision

“With Activision, we have created something special. To date, Destiny has sold more than 50 million copies (…). Most importantly, we also saw a remarkable community – tens of millions of “Guardians” – get up and discover Destiny, play together, create and share memories, and even do great things that go far beyond the game we share. We have had eight successful years, and we would like to thank Activision for their partnership on Destiny,” Bungie added.

For the time being, the transition is still in its early phases, but the separation would be conducted “as transparently as possible.”

“With Forsaken, we learned and listened, and we looked at what we believe our players want from a great experience like Destiny. Don’t worry; there’s more on the way. We will continue to respect Destiny’s existing roadmap and hope to be able to offer more seasonal experiences in the coming months, as well as surprise our community by announcing interesting things beyond,” Bungie ensured its fans.

Bungie, which know owns Destiny franchise, exclusively, ends its statement by explaining that it has “new adventures in new worlds filled with mysteries, adventures, and hope. We hope you will join us there.”

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Call of Duty Black Ops 4 Sets A New Digital Sales Record

Call of Duty Black Ops 4 is selling very well digitally. In this regard, Activision reported that in a press release that the newly released CoD Black Ops 4 title set a new digital sales record, breaking any of the Activision’s previous records. Thus, Call of Duty Black Ops 4 becomes the best-sold game of the company, breaking the record for the “biggest day one digital release.”

Now, in the second place, there is the Call of Duty WWII, the game published by Activision in 2017. Also, according to the press release, the new Call of Duty Black Ops 4 is selling very well, digitally, on both PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.

Additionally, the new installment in the franchise is also available on PC via Battle.net. According to their official statistics, CoD Black Ops 4 is also successful on Windows 10 platforms. As reported by Battle.net, the new Black Ops title sold by about 100 percent higher in its first day, in comparison to the Call of Duty WWII.

Call of Duty Black Ops 4 Sets A New Digital Sales Record, But Not On Physical Copies Sales

On all the platforms on which it is available, CoD Black Ops 4 established new digital sales records, outperforming previous titles published by Activision, including the last year’s Call of Duty WWII. However, apparently, the game scores better digital sales, while the physical copies sales are at their lowest, at the moment.

For example, according to GI.biz, Call of Duty Black Ops 4 physical copies sales during its first days out were down by about 50 percent in comparison to Call of Duty WWII and 59 percent lower when compared to its predecessor, Black Ops III. Also, it scored lower physical sales than CoD 4 Modern Warfare.

However, this new figures shouldn’t be a surprise for us since the online has evolved significantly since the release of Call of Duty 4 Modern Warfare or Black Ops 3. Now, almost every game in the world is available digitally, which, in reality, is a much faster and reliable option than physical copies.

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