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Call of Duty: Warzone

Big-map, high-stakes battle royale.

Free to playBattle royaleOne of the most-played free shooters
Battle royaleFPSFree-to-playSquad

What it is

Call of Duty: Warzone is Activision's free battle royale. It pairs Call of Duty's polished shooting with large maps, squad play and the tense Gulag comeback system. It can be launched through Battle.net (and other clients), and stays free while the premium Call of Duty releases are separate purchases.

Why play it

  • Free to play with best-in-class shooter feel.
  • Squad-focused, with a distinctive second-chance mechanic.
  • Frequent seasonal maps, modes and weapon updates.
Worth knowing

It is a very large download and shares content with the paid annual Call of Duty releases.

How to get started

Call of Duty: Warzone is free to play and installs through the Battle.net — not Steam. Download the official client from the Activision site, create or sign in to your account, and you are ready to play. Its pricing and availability are always managed by Activision on the official channels.

FAQ

Call of Duty: Warzone — common questions

Is Call of Duty: Warzone free to play?

Yes — Call of Duty: Warzone is free to play. You can download and start playing at no cost via the Battle.net. It may offer optional purchases, but they are not required to play.

Is Call of Duty: Warzone on Steam?

No. Call of Duty: Warzone is not listed on Steam. It is currently distributed through the Battle.net, so it is not included in this site's Steam price feed or comparisons.

What do I need to play Call of Duty: Warzone on PC?

You need the Battle.net and a Activision account. Download the official client from the Activision website, sign in or create an account, then install and launch the game.

What kind of game is Call of Duty: Warzone?

Call of Duty: Warzone is a battle royale game by Activision. A free large-scale battle royale with Call of Duty's tight gunplay, squads and a signature comeback mechanic.