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A very beloved Call of Duty game could be making a comeback on modern platforms, with a newly discovered rating suggesting Activision may be working on another re-release. Older Call of Duty titles have already enjoyed a surprising resurgence in 2026, making the possibility of another returning fan favorite particularly exciting and not out of the ordinary.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Could Be the Next Classic to Return
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Image via Activision
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Image via Activision
Image via Activision
Image via Activision
Image via ActivisionThe original Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 from 2009 has received a new classification in Australia, potentially pointing toward another re-release of Infinity Ward’s beloved shooter. The Australian Classification Board listing was issued on October 1, 2026, giving the game an R18+ rating and listing Activision Publishing as its production company. Interestingly, the entry specifically identifies the original 2009 game while listing 2026 as its production year. The discovery follows a similar pattern to the classifications that preceded this year’s Black Ops ports, although the listing doesn’t identify any platforms or confirm a new release. Activision has yet to announce another port, meaning Modern Warfare 2‘s potential return remains speculation for now.
- Released
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November 10, 2009
- ESRB
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M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language, Suggestive Themes, Use of Drugs
- Multiplayer
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Local Multiplayer, Online Multiplayer
