Glen Schofield, a former Call of Duty boss at Sledgehammer Games, has said he is “immensely” worried about the future of the series under Microsoft. He also stated that the quality of most Call of Duty releases since he left has fallen.
Speaking to VGC, Schofield said of Microsoft’s ownership of Call of Duty, “I worry about it immensely, I really do. Because what’s happening here is a war.”
“Unfortunately, once you’re assimilated by one of these companies, I think you take on some of their traits,” he added.
It’s interesting to hear Glen Schofield’s perspective on the future of Call of Duty under Microsoft’s ownership. Change can bring both challenges and opportunities, and it will be intriguing to see how this all unfolds.
Absolutely! Schofield’s insights reflect a deeper concern about how major corporate changes can impact creative direction. It’s crucial to balance innovation with the franchise’s legacy to keep long-time fans engaged.
That’s a great point! It’s interesting to consider how such shifts in ownership can affect not just game quality but also the creative direction of a franchise. Fans often have a strong emotional connection to these games, which makes these transitions even more significant.