In a recent turn of events, Activision has opted to take the PC version of Call of Duty: WWII offline, just days after its debut on Game Pass. While the publisher has not elaborated on the specifics of the situation, the decision follows alarming reports of hacking incidents that have raised concerns among players.
Hacking Concerns in the Gaming Community
The Call of Duty franchise has long been familiar with various forms of cheating, particularly in its multiplayer modes and the popular Warzone. However, the hacking issues affecting the 2017 World War II installment appear to be of a more severe nature. Reports indicate that players were subjected to Remote Code Execution (RCE) attacks, a troubling security exploit that allowed unauthorized access to their PCs.
This type of vulnerability is reminiscent of a similar incident involving Dark Souls 3 in 2022, which resulted in the temporary removal of the entire trilogy from online play while developers worked to rectify the security flaws.
As the situation unfolded, several players took to social media to share their experiences, posting clips that showcased the alarming RCE attacks during gameplay. One particularly notable clip from a user known as Wrioh went viral over the weekend, illustrating the chaos of an apparent hacking incident during a multiplayer session.
Call of Duty: WWII
Call of Duty: WWII on PC Microsoft Store was brought offline while we investigate reports of an issue — Call of Duty Updates (@CODUpdates) July 5, 2025
Despite the gravity of the situation, Activision has refrained from directly addressing the security risks associated with Call of Duty: WWII. Instead, a brief announcement on Twitter on July 4 confirmed the game’s removal from the PC platform while investigations into the reported issues are underway. Unfortunately, no timeline has been provided regarding when players can expect the game to return.
For those still eager to engage with the Call of Duty universe, there remains a wealth of options. Titles such as Black Ops 6 and Warzone continue to thrive, featuring the newly released Season 4 Reloaded content, which introduces exciting new game modes, cel-shaded map variants, and a limited-time event inspired by Beavis and Butt-Head. Additionally, Call of Duty Mobile is currently hosting a crossover event with Gundam, offering players unique modes to explore.
Looking ahead, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is set to launch later this year across multiple platforms, including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. A full reveal of the game is anticipated later this summer, promising to keep the franchise’s momentum alive amidst the current challenges.
