Activision has confirmed the permanent shutdown of Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile, with services officially ceasing on . The decision marks the final step in a process that began in May 2025 with the game’s removal from digital storefronts and the cessation of content updates.
A Phased Shutdown Beginning in 2025
In May 2025, the company announced a series of significant changes to the game’s service. These included:
- The end of new seasonal content and gameplay updates.
- The removal of purchases using real currency, including Call of Duty Points and Black Cell.
- The removal of the game from the Google Play and App Store, effective May 18, 2025.
- The deactivation of social features on both mobile platforms.
From , the game remained accessible only to users who had already installed it on their devices. These players were able to continue accessing online matches with active matchmaking and maintain cross-progression with shared inventories, as well as utilize any remaining COD Points within the in-game store.
However, the final phase of the shutdown now has an official date: on , the servers will be permanently disconnected, rendering access to the title impossible.
The Reason for the Shutdown
Activision has reiterated that the decision stems from the game not meeting expectations among “mobile-first” players – those who prioritize mobile as their primary platform. According to the company, while they are proud of bringing an authentic Warzone experience to mobile devices, performance did not reach the levels achieved on PC and consoles.
as purchases with real money were disabled in May 2025, no refunds will be offered for unused points. Players were able to spend any remaining balance before the final shutdown.
Incentives to Migrate to Call of Duty: Mobile
As part of the transition process, Activision has announced special incentives for Call of Duty: Mobile players, a title that will continue to receive seasonal content and relevant updates. The company encourages the community to try it for free.
A Chapter in the Evolution of the Franchise
The closure of Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile brings to an end an ambitious attempt to translate the premium battle royale experience of the franchise to mobile with shared progression and a technical approach close to that of consoles. The game launched in , bringing back popular maps like Verdansk and Rebirth Island.
Although its lifecycle has been relatively short, the company expresses gratitude for the support, passion and feedback of the community, assuring that these will continue to influence the future of the Call of Duty franchise. Activision organized a multi-studio mobile development organization to bring Warzone Mobile to life, including teams from Activision Shanghai Studio, Beenox, Digital Legends, and Solid State Studios.
Guest accounts used to play Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile will no longer be accessible once the servers are shut down on .
will officially mark the final deployment of Warzone Mobile.
