
Call of Duty crossovers are becoming tiresome as Black Ops 6 and Warzone repeat old trends
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You can trust VideoGamer. Our team of gaming experts spend hours testing and reviewing the latest games, to ensure you're reading the most comprehensive guide possible. Rest assured, all imagery and advice is unique and original. Check out how we test and review games here Contents hide Call of Duty crossovers provide fans of the franchise with the perfect opportunity to get their hands on a wealth of exclusive rewards. Whether its a themed weapon blueprint or some extra double XP tokens to make the grind a little easier, events are supposed to contain something for everyone.In recent years, Activisions shooter series has joined forces with numerous franchises including The Boys, Fallout, WWE, and most recently, Squid Game. Crossovers enable these brands to feature their most recognisable characters in Call of Dutys multiplayer and Warzone. However, the upcoming crossover with The Terminator has already sparked frustration among fans.Why are Call of Duty crossovers growing stale?The Black Ops 6 cycle isnt the first time the cyborg assassin has joined forces with Call of Duty, having arrived in World War 2 during the Vanguard cycle in the form of a playable Operator. Fast forward to 2025, and players have the opportunity to play as the human-like T-800 or the fully-fledged Titanium Core robot.Alongside the paid bundles available from the in-game store, players are growing tired of Activision rinsing and repeating existing event formulas myself included. The Terminator event uses exactly the same formula as Archies Festival Frenzy event which ended in disaster after Treyarch decided to offer all players rewards after dedicated fans spent ages grinding for their goods.Aiming to add a bit of festive cheer to Call of Dutys limited-time events, Archies Festival Frenzy saw players load into the action with the goal of collecting minuscule elves to exchange for rewards. Due to the slow earn rate, Treyarch caved in and removed the time limit for the event enabling players to claim the rewards at their own pace.IVE PLAYED THESE GAMES BEFORE!While Black Ops 6 fans are reaping the rewards, Warzone fans are left isolated due to the lack of incentives for those who prefer to stick with Call of Dutys battle royale. Previous events have seen two sets of challenges focused on multiplayer and Warzone, allowing you to pick and choose the objectives required to obtain the reward. Now, its a case of scoring kills, picking up the skulls, and exchanging them. An idea that has run its course. Must-Listen: Publishing Manor Lords w/ Joe Robinson VideoGamer Podcast Listen Now Rinsing and repeating the same formula every season has seen my interest in Call of Dutys crossovers decline. Previous collaborations have offered an incentive to play in the form of mode-specific challenges along with unique weapon camouflages that are guaranteed to stand out on the virtual battlefield.Now, the prospect of a new loading screen or a spray that I hardly use in-game fails to capture my attention. The lack of originality within The Terminator collab is making me thing Activision has ultimately ran out of innovative concepts that are going to keep me loading into matches instead of heading off to Marvel Rivals.Were not the only onesThe lack of variety is a sign Treyarch and Activision are struggling to think of new ideas capable of capturing the attention of players who are craving an engaging experience that rewards them for their in-game skills. Instead, the events focused on collecting items are no different to loading into a Kill Confirmed match and grabbing the dog tags to score points.They couldve made some sort of Warzone event relating to this, says another frustrated Call of Duty fan. They need a team to focus on these events with bigger and brighter ideas.Call of Dutys second crossover with The Terminator is at risk of being a total bust. A stale formula paired with a franchise thats already appeared in a previous release means theres a high chance fans overlook the collaboration in favour of sticking to their favourite game modes rather than venturing into other playlists.[The Terminator event is] sooo boring, comments another. It was so much more engaging when you had to complete different challenges. [Challenges] gave you a reason to jump into alternative game modes.Treyarch often listens to the feedback of fans and is quick to address any glaring issues theyre facing within Black Ops 6. While the developer often focuses on player experience, Call of Dutys publisher is set in its ways with no signs of revamping the formula for its often anticipated crossovers.The next collaboration is rumoured to be the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and although details are sparse, the return of iconic Black Ops 2 map Grind is expected to play a part alongside the usual dose of themed items and skins.Adding a map to coincide with the event opens the door for numerous opportunities to reinvent limited-time events in Call of Duty. A map inspired by The Terminator containing references to the movie wouldve injected a new lease of life instead of it being another case of rehashing formats that are past their prime.Related TopicsSubscribe to our newsletters!By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy and may receive occasional deal communications; you can unsubscribe anytime.Share
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