The truth lies.

Call of Duty has confirmed a "dark new chapter" in the franchise: Black Ops 6. The announcement consists of various cryptic posts with conspiratorial themes and whispers of hidden truths.

We also now know that there is a free Calling Card reward to be claimed and that more information will be revealed on June 9.

Building up the Black Ops 6 hype

Rumors about CoD 2024 and its release date are already in circulation. However, this is the first official communication from Call of Duty. In an effort to make a big splash, they are flooding social media with posts about their upcoming title.

The truth lies

Screenshot from the "wake up" video on Call of Duty's YouTube channel (Image via esports.gg)
Screenshot from the "wake up" video on Call of Duty's YouTube channel (Image via esports.gg)

It's unclear what the exact storyline of Black Ops 6 will be, but a theme of conspiracy is apparent. Call of Duty made multiple posts across various social media platforms in the span of just a few hours.

The vast majority of these posts focus around the phrase "the truth lies." They feature vans, newspapers, and even vandalized national monuments all displaying the same message.

Most of the imagery surrounding Black Ops 6 is unmistakably set in the U.S. However, one particular post shows "the truth lies" posters at iconic locations in France, England, Germany, and Mexico. It is reasonable to assume the game will somehow incorporate these famous places.

Xbox Games Showcase and Black Ops 6 Direct

Official graphic for the Xbox Games Showcase and Black Ops 6 Direct (Image via Activision Publishing, Inc.)
Official graphic for the Xbox Games Showcase and Black Ops 6 Direct (Image via Activision Publishing, Inc.)

There may not be tons of information available quite yet, but more is on the way. An official blog post informs readers of a Black Ops 6 Direct following the upcoming Xbox Games Showcase at 10 a.m. PDT on June 9.

Both Call of Duty and Xbox shared the image above on various social media platforms to spread the news as far as possible. They promise fans a "first in-depth look at all-new gameplay and product announcements."

Grab your free Calling Card before launch

Example of a graphic sent to players who've claimed their Calling Card reward (Image via esports.gg)
Example of a graphic sent to players who've claimed their Calling Card reward (Image via esports.gg)

In addition to news about the game, Call of Duty is giving out a free Calling Card reward to players who engage with them on social media. All you have to do is reply to this post with "#BlackOps6" and your Activision ID. Don't miss out on this freebie!

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