Call of Duty 2027 Kicks Off a New Era — With Flying Kicks and Close-Quarters Combat
A fresh wind is blowing through the Call of Duty franchise. On the horizon: a brand-new installment, scheduled for 2027 and developed by Sledgehammer Games. Say goodbye to predictable sequels—this is a bold new adventure that could shake up the military multiplayer formula.
While the community had been speculating about a possible Advanced Warfare 2, a reputable leaker has dropped a bombshell: the next title from Sledgehammer Games is expected to kick off an entirely new sub-franchise. Get ready to say farewell to jetpacks… and welcome spinning kicks to the battlefield!
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A Brand-New Era for Call of Duty
According to TheGhostofHope, a well-known and generally reliable source in the Call of Duty community, the 2027 installment won’t continue the Advanced Warfare storyline. Instead, an entirely new narrative arc set in a modern era is in development.
Notably, although the setting will be contemporary, jetpacks are reportedly off the table. However, gameplay will strongly emphasize mobility and dynamic movement—a shift that could dramatically impact multiplayer combat and encourage fresh strategic thinking.
EXCLUSIVE: COD2027 by Sledgehammer Games will NOT be Advanced Warfare 2 and will instead be set in a completely new subfranchise.
Set during the Modern era.
No Jetpacks but movement is planned to be a big focus.
Zombies is currently not planned for the game.
Get High is… pic.twitter.com/IRt67uAJe2 — Hope (@TheGhostOfHope) July 17, 2025
Another twist—possibly the most surprising one—is the rumored addition of martial arts-inspired combat. We’re talking karate kicks and karate chops, hinting at a more stylized, hands-on approach to close-quarters action. A refreshing shift in a genre typically dominated by high-tech weaponry and gadgets.
Here’s what we know so far about this upcoming experience:
- New sub-franchise set in a modern era
- No jetpacks, but movement will be central to gameplay
- No Zombies mode, breaking with Sledgehammer tradition
- The return of Get High mode, highly anticipated by fans
- Martial arts combat techniques will play a role
Not Official—Yet
As with all unofficial leaks, caution is advised. Nothing has been confirmed by Activision or Sledgehammer Games. Still, these early insights are more than enough to stir excitement among fans and reignite anticipation for what’s next.
Also worth mentioning: the same leaker claims Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is slated for release on November 14, 2025. Looks like it’s going to be an explosive end of the year for FPS fans.
The future looks bright for Call of Duty, but players don’t have to wait to dive into the action. Warzone is currently experiencing a massive resurgence thanks to the long-awaited return of the Verdansk map. It’s the perfect time to relive some of the franchise’s most iconic battles—while waiting to get hands-on with this mysterious new sub-franchise.
