Call of Duty: Modern Warfare already best-selling game of 2019

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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare made $600 million during its opening weekend, Activision has announced.
The latest Call of Duty entry is now the best-selling title of 2019, and demonstrates the franchise's top launch this console generation.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare hit store shelves on October 25, delivering the latest of Activision's flagship shooter series through a contemporary lens. The title launched to widespread acclaim, revisiting the hit trilogy with a hard-hitting campaign and robust multiplayer offerings. And while Modern Warfare's return has encountered hurdles, it has already proven a commercial success.

Modern Warfare saw $600 million in sales throughout its opening three days, Activision has announced to investors. An impressive opening weekend already crowns the game 2019's top bestseller, moving more units over the period than other Call of Duty titles this console generation.

"Call of Duty is once again the top selling new premium game of the year, proving the enduring nature of the franchise across console, PC, mobile, and esports," said Activision Blizzard Chief Executive Officer Bobby Kotick. "In its first three days of release, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare more than doubled the box office opening of Joker."

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Activision also stressed Call of Duty: Modern Warfare's performance in the digital space, proving the publisher's best digital opening to date. The title topped the PlayStation 4's "highest digital pre-orders and highest three-day digital sales," while also securing the best Call of Duty PC launch in franchise history. The published failed to provide specifics on Xbox One sales figures or performance to press.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare's strong debut alludes to the first instance of franchise growth in some time, amid concerns of stagnation of the military shooter. Previous franchise entries, Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 and Call of Duty: WWII, reported $500 million three-day openings. The uptick showcases the value of revitalizing the approach to Call of Duty, and the sheer gravitas of the Modern Warfare brand.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare is now available on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC, starting at $60 via Amazon.

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