Call of Duty Collaborates with WWE on Three New Game Bundles
References: activision & insider-gaming
Activision is collaborating with WWE to add iconic wrestlers to the popular battle royale and multiplayer game Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3. WWE athletes Cody Rhodes, Rey Mysterio, and Rhea Ripley will join the iconic title, providing gaming and wrestling fans with a way to showcase the unique skins in-game. The 'American Nightmare' Operator Skin, Weapon Blueprints, Weapon Charm, Large Decal, Loading Screen, and 'Cross Rhodes' Finishing Move will arrive as a part of Cody Rhodes' collection.
For Rey Mysterio, fans can equip 'The Ultimate Underdog' Operator Skin, Weapon Blueprints, Weapon Charm, Weapon Sticker, Large Decal, Loading Screen, and the 'Mysterio Bulldog' Finishing Move. Elsewhere, Ripley's collection will comprise two Operator Skins.
The Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 x WWE bundles will debut on June 23.
Image Credit: Activision
For Rey Mysterio, fans can equip 'The Ultimate Underdog' Operator Skin, Weapon Blueprints, Weapon Charm, Weapon Sticker, Large Decal, Loading Screen, and the 'Mysterio Bulldog' Finishing Move. Elsewhere, Ripley's collection will comprise two Operator Skins.
The Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 x WWE bundles will debut on June 23.
Image Credit: Activision
Trend Themes
1. Celebrity-endorsed In-game Content - The inclusion of popular wrestlers as in-game characters highlights the growing trend of celebrity endorsements in digital entertainment.
2. Cross-media Collaborations - The partnership between a major video game franchise and a high-profile sports entertainment company signifies the rising trend of cross-media collaborations.
3. Gamer-specific Merchandise - Offering iconic skins and special in-game items tailored to fans suggests an expanding market for gamer-specific merchandise tied to broader entertainment properties.
Industry Implications
1. Video Game Industry - Integrating real-world celebrity figures into games can enhance player engagement and attract diverse audiences.
2. Sports Entertainment - Leveraging popular video game platforms to feature athletes can increase brand exposure and appeal to younger demographics.
3. Merchandise and Licensing - Collaborating with major entertainment brands allows merchandise and licensing industries to create exclusive, collectible digital products.
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