A fresh job post from Sledgehammer Games may finally point to Call of Duty’s return to Nintendo hardware. The developer is hiring a Senior Technical Artist with experience on mobile or handheld platforms potentially including the long-rumored Switch 2. While Black Ops 7 isn’t heading to Nintendo’s current console, this listing suggests something else is in the works.
Microsoft still plans to support Call of Duty Switch 2 efforts
Following its 2023 acquisition of Activision Blizzard, Microsoft publicly committed to bringing Call of Duty titles to Nintendo consoles. Though nothing concrete has emerged, the new job post adds weight to that promise. Sledgehammer, known for developing Modern Warfare 3, directly mentions experience with Switch development as a bonus in the listing.
The ad, surfaced by Clawsomegamer, appears on Activision’s official careers page. It doesn’t name the game, but the timing strongly suggests Switch 2 is the intended target.
Call of Duty Switch 2 port could focus on Warzone
Rather than port a full premium release like Black Ops 7, Activision may focus on Warzone. The free-to-play shooter already performs well on mobile, and Microsoft has previously argued it’s the most suitable Call of Duty experience for handhelds.
In a 2023 statement to the UK’s CMA, Microsoft said Warzone was well-optimized for weaker hardware. A Switch 2 version, bolstered by improved specs, could offer a smoother, more polished experience.
Here’s why Warzone is a likely pick:
- Already runs on Android and iOS
- Built with scalable performance targets
- Easier to adapt for handheld GPUs
- Has a consistent mobile player base
- Fits Nintendo’s free-to-play trends
Sledgehammer may build a unique game from scratch
Adding to speculation, leaker TheGhostOfHope claimed Sledgehammer is developing a completely new Call of Duty experience. Scheduled for 2027, it could mark a shift from traditional campaigns or familiar Warzone-style gameplay. If that project includes handheld support, the team’s hiring push makes even more sense.
Call of Duty Switch 2 release could help after Black Ops 7 flop
Black Ops 7 has seen disappointing sales and reviews—prompting calls for fresh ideas and broader platform support. A Switch 2 title might revitalize the franchise’s reach, especially with Microsoft pushing a multi-platform future. While only Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is confirmed for Nintendo’s next handheld, this job ad signals that Call of Duty could soon join the roster.
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