Activision has stirred up controversy by filing a cease-and-desist letter against a popular Call of Duty mod, fearing it could jeopardize the sales of their upcoming title, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.
The mod in question, known as H2M, is a fan-made extension that requires players to own a legitimate copy of the remastered Call of Duty: Modern Warfare to participate in multiplayer mode.
H2M has gained significant popularity, so much so that it propelled Modern Warfare Remastered back to the top of Steam’s charts—a testament to its impact on the community. However, this success may have drawn unwanted attention from Activision, who appear concerned that the mod’s success could detract from the sales of Black Ops 6, set to release just before Halloween.
The developers of H2M, upon receiving the cease-and-desist notice, announced that they would comply with Activision’s demands. This decision, understandably, did not sit well with the gaming community, leading to widespread frustration among fans.
Adding fuel to the fire, a developer from the H2M team, known as Watchful Wolf, posted a YouTube video explaining the situation in more detail. In the video, Wolf elaborates on how Activision’s concerns about potential sales losses prompted the legal action.
With Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 anticipated to be one of the biggest gaming releases of all time, Activision’s move to protect its interests—despite its controversial nature—underscores the high stakes involved. The game, already delayed multiple times, is expected to make a significant impact upon release, leaving many to wonder if the company’s actions will ultimately be justified.