Long-time Call of Duty developer Greg Reisdorf has announced his departure from Sledgehammer Games after 15 years with the studio. Reisdorf, who most recently served as the multiplayer creative director, contributed to a wide range of Call of Duty titles, beginning with the original Modern Warfare 3 in 2011.
Reisdorf's career at Sledgehammer Games saw him rise through the ranks, starting with work on Modern Warfare 3's campaign missions, including the memorable 'Blood Brothers' sequence. He also played a key role in shaping the 'boots off the ground' era of Call of Duty, contributing to Advanced Warfare's gameplay mechanics like boost jumps and tactical reloads. His work extended to weapon design and multiplayer maps as well.
Reisdorf reflected on his experience working on subsequent titles, including Call of Duty: WWII and Vanguard. He discussed the initial challenges with WWII's division system and his preference for the traditional three-lane map design in Vanguard, emphasizing the importance of fun gameplay over strict military simulation.
His most recent project was the 2023 Modern Warfare 3, where he revisited classic Modern Warfare 2 maps and oversaw the development of live season modes like Snowfight and Infectious Holiday. Having worked on over 20 modes for Modern Warfare 3 during its post-launch support, Reisdorf hinted at continuing his work in the gaming industry, leaving fans curious about his next endeavor.
While the news of Reisdorf's departure comes amidst rumors of Verdansk's return to Warzone, there's no indication of a connection between the two events. The leak regarding Verdansk's return remains unconfirmed, leaving players to speculate about the future of the popular battle royale map.
