Activision's Cease and Desist: H2M Mods Threaten Devs' Work

Activision has issued a cease and desist order against the H2M mod, which aimed to revive the multiplayer experience of Modern Warfare 2 (2009). This order came just hours before the anticipated launch of the mod. The developers claimed that Activision's reasoning suggested that the mod's release could potentially interfere with sales of the upcoming Black Ops 6. Despite the popularity of the H2M mod, which had garnered significant interest, Activision argued that such projects hinder the efforts of their development team. Consequently, project lead Watchful Wolf announced his exit from Call of Duty modding to pursue original game development. Meanwhile, Modern Warfare Remastered's Steam reviews have turned "Mostly Negative," reflecting public discontent with Activision's decision.

Yes, according to Activision, as they believe that such mods can divert attention and resources away from the official development of their games, although this claim remains vague and open to interpretation.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, released in 2009, is one of the most iconic titles in the series, known for its revolutionary multiplayer gameplay. The franchise has seen numerous iterations and spin-offs since then, continuously evolving with each release. However, fan interest in reviving older games has often led to tension between players and publishers, particularly when nostalgia-driven projects challenge the modern offerings.