Activision's Chaotic Call of Duty Launch: Spawns, Death Pits, and Massive Updates

Activision defends its Call of Duty HQ launcher, claiming it provides easier file management and seamless game switching, despite facing criticism from players. The launcher has confused many players and resulted in large file sizes, with the complete package exceeding 200GB on some platforms. Activision encourages players to use the "manage files" section to reduce the overall footprint of the game. However, players have reported difficulties in launching the game on various platforms, including confusion with Modern Warfare 2. The game's development period was reportedly shortened, leading to rushed and criticized campaign content.