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The Tragic Decline of Call of Duty
Introduction At the time of my writing this, I have only just finished playing a little bit of the campaign in Battlefield 6. I broadcasted this gameplay in a live stream on Twitch, where I create guides for how to achieve the platinum trophies for the games I play. What is important to note here is that I made the conscious and unconscious decision to play the most recent Battlefield title over the latest version of Call of Duty. I still can’t believe that I’m writing these words. Never in a million years could I have fathomed that I would prefer to play a game developed by Battlefield Studios over a military game made by Activision and Infinity Ward. If I could tell you anything about me, it’s the fact that I have been loyal to the Call of Duty franchise since the first game came out for the PC, on October 29th, 2003. Even in it’s infancy, Call of Duty had emerged as a military game that could rival the likes of games like Medal of Honor, which were considered the apex of combat style first person shooters at the time. That seems like a lifetime ago. I’m still loyal to the game that has created so many great memories for me, but I will admit that the game has lost a considerable part of its appeal. Playing it just doesn’t feel the same anymore. This is a thought shared throughout the gaming community, and it is reflected in the fact that, as of present, Battlefield 6 boasts itself not only as the number one first person shooter on a global level, but also as the number one selling game of 2025, while Call of Duty Black Ops 7 ranks in at seventh place. These figures unquestionably illustrate the tragic decline of the video game Call of Duty. Now there are many factors that have resulted in this games fall from grace, all of which we will explore in great detail, but first some context is needed. In order that we may fully understand exactly how far this giant has fallen, it is crucial that the history of Call of Duty at it’s peak is provided.
By Aaron M. Weis26 days ago in Gamers
Year in (mini-)review - 2025 Video Games
Upon self-assessment, I probably put too many hours into low-value games that are not mentioned here (looking at you suite of Netflix, LinkedIn and New York Times puzzle games), which took away from the time I could have spent in other hobbies.
By Sean Selleck29 days ago in Gamers
Trying Ragnarok The New World – Pilot Test: A Nostalgic Gameplay. AI-Generated.
Ragnarok The New World Review – For the Indonesian gaming community, the MMORPG Ragnarok Online was incredibly popular in the early 2000s. The game provided a variety of excitement and unforgettable memories for Indonesian gamers, especially those who often played Ragnarok Online after school or during holidays.
By Bruce Hillmaabout a month ago in Gamers
The Night the Future Felt Like Hope
I didn’t go to the store for inspiration. I went because I was out of coffee. It was a Tuesday in early March—gray, damp, the kind of morning that clings to your shoulders like a wet coat. I hadn’t slept. My mind was a tangle of unread messages, overdue bills, and the low hum of dread that had become my baseline. The grocery store was just a pit stop on the way to another day I wasn’t sure I could face.
By KAMRAN AHMADabout a month ago in Gamers
The Night the Arena Felt Like a Time Machine. AI-Generated.
I didn’t go to the library for answers. I went because it was the only place where silence wasn’t judged. It was the winter after my divorce. My apartment felt too loud with absence—echoes in the hallway, empty chairs at the table, the hum of a refrigerator that used to be background noise but now sounded like loneliness amplified. So every Tuesday at 2 p.m., I walked the three blocks to the public library, took the same seat by the window, and opened a book I never read.
By KAMRAN AHMADabout a month ago in Gamers
The Porch Light That Stayed On
I didn’t notice the porch light at first. It was just another fixture on a quiet street lined with oak trees and tired mailboxes. But every night at 9 p.m., without fail, it clicked on—even in rain, even in summer heat, even when no one was home.
By KAMRAN AHMADabout a month ago in Gamers
Is PlayStation 5 Sony’s Worst Console to Date?
What gaming system should I get? That is the question every serious gamer has to ask themselves at one point or another. It is a rudimentary inquiry that, on a surface level, seems to be one that has a simple answer. In this day and age, there are essentially three tech giants that dominate this market, with those being Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo, who make the Playstation, Xbox, and Nintendo consoles, respectively. At least, those are the options unless you want to go with a gaming PC. I have only very recently stumbled across a revelation. It has only now dawned on me that there is another question that everyone who prides themselves as a gamer should be asking themselves. When did the quality of gaming systems begin to decline?
By Aaron M. Weisabout a month ago in Gamers
The 20 Best Games On PlayStation Plus For The Year 2025
Is it worth it to purchase the Premium Playstation Plus membership that Sony has to offer? Better yet, is it worth the seventeen dollars and ninety-nine cents per month, as opposed to the essential package which can be purchased for nine dollars and ninety-nine cents? These are the questions many Playstation players find themselves asking when the first of the month comes around. Let’s face it, Sony has made it so that the Essential Playstation Plus plan is pretty much a necessity in the world of gaming. The days of playing online multiplayer for free are long gone. This monthly ten dollar expense is what it takes to grant its users access to the online multiplayer platform. We all want to play games online. So, we can argue that that expenditure is justifiable.
By Aaron M. Weisabout a month ago in Gamers
Fortnite Winterfest 2025 Brings Snow, Surprises, and Holiday Cheer to Battle Royale
Fortnite’s most festive seasonal event is officially back. Winterfest 2025 has arrived in Fortnite Battle Royale, bringing snow-covered landscapes, daily rewards, limited-time weapons, and new cosmetic collaborations for players to enjoy throughout the holiday season. Epic Games launched the event on December 18, 2025, at 9 AM ET, and it will remain live until January 5, 2026, at 9 AM ET.
By Games Mode Onabout a month ago in Gamers
