Call of Duty Collaborates with Netflix for Squid Game Integration
There’s another exciting collaboration on the horizon for Call of Duty fans. After successful crossovers with popular franchises like Tomb Raider, Crash Bandicoot, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and The Boys, Activision has announced a partnership with Netflix to bring elements of the hit TV series Squid Game to Black Ops 6 and Warzone in the coming year.
The Phenomenon of Squid Game
Squid Game, which captivated audiences with its intense storyline of players competing in deadly children’s games for a chance to win a significant cash prize, made its debut on Netflix in 2021. The show’s popularity has only grown since then, leading to the eagerly anticipated second season scheduled to premiere on 26th December. Netflix is ramping up its promotional efforts in preparation for the return of this gripping series.
The Teaser Trailer
Activision teased the upcoming Squid Game crossover with a brief thirty-second trailer featuring a mysterious envelope and familiar symbols that hint at the collaboration. The trailer ends with the iconic Call of Duty logo, reminiscent of Squid Game’s opening titles, and announces the integration will commence in January 2025.
What to Expect
While details about the crossover are scarce, it is confirmed that both Black Ops 6 and Warzone will feature elements from Squid Game early next year. Fans are left wondering if the collaboration will offer more than just cosmetic enhancements.
Netflix’s Gaming Endeavors
Netflix is not stopping at just the Squid Game collaboration. The streaming giant has developed Squid Game Unleashed, a multiplayer “party royale” game for iOS and Android devices, set to launch on 17th December. This is part of Netflix’s broader push into the gaming industry, with over 80 titles in development. Unfortunately, one of their ambitious projects led by Halo’s Joseph Staten has been canceled.
Success for Call of Duty
Amidst these exciting developments, Call of Duty’s Black Ops 6 has already made waves in 2024. Microsoft announced that the game set a new record for the most “Game Pass subscriber adds on launch day,” surpassing the previous record held by Starfield.
FAQs
Q: When will the Call of Duty x Squid Game collaboration take place?
A: The integration is set to begin in January 2025.
Q: What other gaming projects is Netflix working on?
A: Netflix has over 80 titles in development as part of its gaming expansion, including Squid Game Unleashed for mobile devices.
Q: What record did Black Ops 6 set in 2024?
A: The game achieved the record for the most “Game Pass subscriber adds on launch day,” surpassing Starfield’s previous record.
Credit: www.eurogamer.net
