A Call of Duty release for Nintendo Switch 2 may finally be approaching, according to comments shared by Windows Central journalist Jez Corden. The claim comes amid ongoing questions about Microsoft’s commitment to bringing the long-running shooter franchise to Nintendo platforms following its acquisition of Activision.
The discussion began after Tae Kim questioned the absence of a day one Nintendo Switch 2 version of Call of Duty, referencing Microsoft’s earlier promise of a port with full feature and content parity. In response, Jez Corden explained some of the delays, stating, “Need dev kits to port. They didn’t have them.”
As the conversation continued, concerns were raised about the technical challenges of shrinking a modern Call of Duty release for Nintendo hardware. One user suggested storage limitations may have played a role, prompting further clarification. Corden then added a more definitive update, stating, “The first CoD Switch version is nearly done and launching in a few months.” While no official announcement has been made by Microsoft or Activision, the comment suggests development has progressed significantly behind the scenes.
Earlier reports appear to support the idea that Call of Duty development for Nintendo platforms is underway. Sledgehammer Games, one of the core studios behind the franchise, was previously reported to be hiring developers with Switch experience. A job listing for a Senior Technical Artist role specifically referenced Switch-related expertise, fueling speculation that work on a Nintendo version of Call of Duty had already begun. This aligns with Microsoft’s earlier statements following the Activision acquisition, where it outlined plans to expand Call of Duty’s reach to Nintendo systems.
At present, there is no confirmation regarding which Call of Duty title will be the first to arrive on Nintendo hardware. While Black Ops 7 has been named in current platform listings without a Switch 2 version, it has been suggested that Microsoft may opt to introduce a different entry first. Possibilities mentioned include a free-to-play release, such as Call of Duty Warzone, or a port of an older title, rather than a brand new premium release.
What is clear is that expectations remain high following Microsoft’s public commitments. Call of Duty titles already run on PC handheld devices such as the ROG Ally and Steam Deck, which has kept speculation alive about their feasibility on Nintendo’s new system. For now, however, the only concrete update comes from Corden’s statement, which points to a reveal and release window that may not be far off.
