Vince Zampella, the head of Battlefield, controversial claims about the origins of the Call of Duty franchise have ignited interest. In a recent interview, he suggested that Call of Duty only came to exist "because EA were dicks." Discussing his history in game development, Zampella explained how he transitioned from the Medal of Honor series to forming Infinity Ward, leading to the creation of Call of Duty after EA shifted development in-house. Despite the controversial past between Zampella and Activision, he now spearheads Battlefield 6, positioning it as a formidable rival to Call of Duty, which has dominated the military shooter genre. As Battlefield 6 gains traction and popularity, it is quickly ascending to one of Steam's top launches.

What did Vince Zampella say about the creation of Call of Duty?

Vince Zampella claimed that Call of Duty would not have existed if Electronic Arts had not made significant changes to their approach with the Medal of Honor series, which led Zampella and his team to seek out a new publishing deal with Activision.

Battlefield, often seen as the rival to Call of Duty, has its roots deep in military shooter gameplay. Originally launched in 2002, the franchise has evolved significantly, striving to offer expansive multiplayer experiences. The latest installment, Battlefield 6, aims to recapture the essence of large-scale battles while providing modern mechanics and graphics, setting the stage for a resurgence against Call of Duty's long-held supremacy in the genre.