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It’s that time of the year: the latest Call of Duty just launched.
As with every CoD, Infinite Warfare comes with its fair share of merchandise and guest stars.
The latest names added to an already long list of cameos are Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps and actor Danny McBride. They join racing champion Lewis Hamilton, 80s legend David Hasselhoff and Games of Thrones’ Kit Harington.
The bar for success is high this year, as Infinite Warfare’s predecessor, Black Ops III, was a huge success. No other Call of Duty has claimed as many No.1s in the UK as Black Ops III. In the US, 85 per cent of the PS4s sold during Q1 were sold with a copy of the title.
Infinite Warfare’s Week One sales were nearly 50 per cent down compared with Black Ops III, but what could contribute to its success in the long run is the fact that it’s launching alongside a remastered version of fan-favourite Modern Warfare, which was initially released in 2007.
Players who purchase Infinite Warfare’s Legacy Edition, Digital Deluxe Edition or Legacy Pro Edition will thus have the opportunity to enjoy the Modern Warfare experience on current-gen hardware for the first time.
But Modern Warfare Remastered has brought some controversy to Call of Duty this year. Publisher Activision revealed in October that Infinite Warfare’s disc must be inserted to play Modern Warfare Remastered. This obviously only impacts the boxed Xbox One and PS4 versions but the statement was enough to anger the fans hoping to buy the bundle only to play Modern Warfare and then sell on Infinite Warfare standalone.
But with the amount of accessories launching alongside Activision’s title, retailers shouldn’t worry, as merchandise is always a good way to attract customers in this competitive market.
Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare Shield for Xbox One Controllers
This Xbox One controller’s shield is part of Kontrol Freek’s extensive new Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare collection. There’s also a PS4 controller shield and various grips, thumbsticks and, well, everything a competitive Call of Duty player might need.
SRP: 10.99
Manufacturer: Kontrol Freek
Distributor: Lime Distribution
Contact: 01622 845 161
Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare Collector’s Edition Strategy Guide
Prima’s latest Call of Duty guide covers both Infinite Warfare and Modern Warfare Remastered. It also includes a developer’s handbook, which features interviews, artwork and behind-the-scenes exclusives and a flag for collectors to hang on their walls.
SRP: 24.99
Manufacturer: Prima Games
Distributor: DK
Contact: sales@uk.dk.com
Call of Duty: InfiniteWarfare backpack
Here’s an easy way for Call of Duty players to pack their gear and carry it into combat, should they want to.
SRP: 39.99
Manufacturer: BWI
Distributor: Gaming Merchandise UK
Contact: hello@gamingmerchandiseuk.com
Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare reversible beanie
Winter is definitely coming, but this reversible Call of Duty beanie should keep gamers warm during the cold months.
SRP: 14.99
Manufacturer: BWI
Distributor: Gaming Merchandise UK
Contact: hello@gamingmerchandiseuk.com
Call of Duty: InfiniteWarfare S.C.A.R Tee
This unisex T-shirt is will be the perfect present for Call of Duty lovers this Christmas.
SRP: $24.99 (20)
Manufacturer: Call of Duty Official Store
Distributor: Spot Trot
Contact: callofduty@spottrot.com
Call of Duty: InfiniteWarfare Dogtags
This bundle includes three branded pendants, two short chains (11 cm) and one long ball chain (60 cm).
SRP: 9.99
Manufacturer: GB Eye
Distributor: Gaming Merchandise UK
Contact: hello@gamingmerchandiseuk.com
Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare S.C.A.R. Messenger Bag
With its large main compartment, this CoD-themed messenger bag can hold just about anything.
SRP: $39.99 (33)
Manufacturer: Call of Duty Official Store
Distributor: Spot Trot
Contact: callofduty@spottrot.com
Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare glass
Call of Duty players now have the perfect glass to stay hydrated during long gameplay sessions.
SRP: 7.99
Manufacturer: GB Eye
Distributor: Gaming Merchandise UK
Contact: hello@gamingmerchandiseuk.com
