Sledgehammer Games might be developing 2023's Call of Duty as Treyarch's title gets delayed

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Call of Duty could be getting a premium experience if the latest rumors involving Sledgehammer Games and the series are concerned. When Microsoft announced its acquisition of Activision Blizzard, many had anticipated that there could be changes moving forward. If certain news turns out to be correct, Treyarch's premium title might have been delayed to 2024. However, contrary to expectations, there could still be a premium title next year.

Earlier in 2022, it was announced that Activision would be breaking the annual release cycle of premium games. The publisher stated that they have several upcoming titles for the years 2022 and 2023. However, there was nothing in that announcement which stated that the news of Treyarch pushing back on its title was false. While the news might be trustworthy, there could likely be a case where fans will get a premium experience. While the chances of that happening are slim, the possibility can't be ruled out just yet.

Earlier in the day, reliable industry-insider Tom Henderson broke the news that Sledgehammer Games is already working on a new project. This development comes despite Vanguard not getting the reception Activision wanted.

The expectations are that the project will be completed by 2025. According to Tom, an unnamed employee has suggested that Activision skipping 2023 might be a one-off case. It will likely return to the annual release cycle of premium games.

It should be noted that 2023 will not be a blank year for the franchise. Call of Duty Warzone 2 could be released in the first half of 2023, while Modern Warfare II is likely to enthrall the fans. The chances of Warzone mobile coming late this year or in early 2023 are also high.

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