First-person shooters are by far one of the most popular game genres. It's not exactly a brand new type of gaming. It has been around since the early days of multiplayer online FPS games like Counter-Strike 1.6. The same FPS dynamics still exist in modern gaming marvels like Apex Legends. But some games go beyond just being a pastime. Call of Duty, for example, has invested in highlighting a combat-related issue that affects nearly all military personnel: life as a veteran. Read on to find out more.
Call of Duty - Honoring Real Soldiers and Veterans
It's easy to see why FPS games are so popular. They offer a fast-paced gaming experience that requires skill and practice. But the learning curve is as simple as aim and shoot. So users don't have to worry about the complexity you see in games like DOTA2. And thanks to expansion efforts from providers like Cox Cable, FPS games are more popular than ever. However, it can be very easy to get carried away by a combat experience in the digital world. You can forget how much real soldiers like American veterans sacrifice in real battles.
Yes, games today try to mimic or even improve on real combat situations. But the stakes are much higher in real live ammunition combat. There are no respawns, no excuses for friendly fire, and no second chance after a bad decision. Stress alone (also known as combat fatigue) can seriously affect a soldier's health. Not to mention the added and ever-present risks of being injured, maimed, or even killed in action. This is one of the reasons the Call of Duty Endowment fund has drawn attention to veterans and their post-service struggles.
Call of Duty pledges all proceeds from new DLC to vets
Blizzard Activision is easily one of the largest and most successful game development studios in the world. The Call of Duty franchise is just one of many iconic games in the arsenal. However, the worldwide popularity of Call of Duty is undeniable. There are millions of players, which means there are millions of new opportunities to earn from downloadable content. These can be custom weapons, skins, and even taunts.
DLC usually doesn't affect your skill level. It is usually a downloadable patch that provides access to paid visual mods. However, these mods can generate significant revenue for the game studio and publisher. Call of Duty has been one of the biggest DLC earners in the industry for quite some time now. This year, however, the franchise has pledged to donate 100% of its DLC revenue to the Call of Duty Endowment for Vets. Black Ops Cold War and Warzone are two versions on which you can purchase this DLC. All proceeds go to veterans who need them most.
Giving citizens the opportunity to help vets
Veterans can typically become isolated groups. Many become cynical and pessimistic, while others feel let down by the country they served. This can serve to further alienate them and magnify their existing problems. Many veterans believe that the only real help they can expect will always come from other vets. Call of Duty is now offering its civilian user base the chance to change this perception. Any player who purchases the new Call of Duty Operator Skin will be added to the veteran endowment pool. Every purchase counts. And as the studio targets a $3 million pool by the end of the 2021 Battle Doc Pack, veterans can see how much we really appreciate their service.
Why honoring vets is an important step for FPS games
Blizzard Activision is an instantly recognizable name. The studio has been the driving force behind recognizable games such as StarCraft and Call of Duty. This year, the studio has decided to draw attention to veterans and their after-service lives. American veterans make up a large part of the population. Still, they have some of the highest unemployment rates in the United States. This is partly due to misinformed and exaggerated content coming out of Hollywood war movies. This only serves to fuel the perception that military vets are traumatized or dysfunctional people. The bias only adds to the difficulties most vets already face when transitioning to civilian life.
It seems very unfair to deny patriotic Americans the right to reintegrate into civilian life. Especially after spending most of their active duty abroad. Many even faced combat situation
