# Call of Duty: Warzone Ends Support for PS4 and Xbox One

Activision officially sunsets Warzone on legacy consoles as new seasonal content requires modern hardware.

- **Source:** [Digital Trends](https://www.digitaltrends.com)
- **Published:** 2026-11-07
- **Topic:** [technology](https://brifing.si/c/technology)
- **Original article:** <https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/call-of-duty-warzone-ps4-xbox-one-shutdown/>
- **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/346d0ab3-d462-41ca-8edb-917fe76ea861

## Legacy Console Support Ends

Activision officially terminated Call of Duty: Warzone support for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on November 6. This decision marks the end of a long lifecycle for the battle royale title on hardware that is now over a decade old, following an initial shutdown announcement made by the publisher back in May.

## Transition to Modern Hardware

The sunsetting of these consoles was driven by the release of Modern Warfare 4, which is not compatible with previous-generation hardware. Because Warzone updates are tightly integrated with the latest Call of Duty engine, maps, and gameplay systems, the game can no longer function on the aging PS4 and Xbox One platforms.

## Preserving Player Progression

Players are not losing their hard-earned progress, as Activision allows users to carry over their accumulated content to PS5, Xbox Series X|S, or PC. To maintain access to these items, players must ensure they log in using the same linked Activision account that was previously utilized on their older gaming console hardware.

## Currency Transfer Limitations

Transferring unspent COD Points involves specific platform restrictions. While balances can move between PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, or between Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S, these points do not transfer across different console brands. Users must remain within their respective console ecosystems to retain their virtual currency balances after upgrading hardware.

## New Season Integration

The transition coincides with the launch of Season 1, which arrived on November 6 alongside Modern Warfare 4. This new season introduces fresh weapons, updated progression systems, and gameplay mechanics that are exclusive to current-generation hardware. Consequently, the game's architecture now requires the increased processing power found in modern gaming devices.

## Razer Hardware Expansion

Beyond software shifts, Razer has introduced the Hammerhead V3 Chroma, a new pair of wired USB-C gaming earbuds priced at $79.99. These earbuds feature active noise cancellation, dual drivers, and customizable RGB lighting, targeting gamers who prefer wired audio solutions while maintaining the aesthetic style associated with the brand's existing gaming lineup.

## Xbox App Redesign

Microsoft is currently testing a faster, redesigned Xbox PC app for Xbox Insiders to improve navigation for both mouse and controller users. This refresh extends to Xbox cloud gaming across web browsers, smart TVs, and VR headsets, aiming to resolve long-standing usability issues that users previously encountered with the older interface.

## Virtual Gamepad Innovation

Microsoft is also piloting a feature that allows players to use Android or iPhone devices as virtual gamepads for cloud gaming on smart TVs. This development aims to remove the requirement for physical controllers, offering a distinct approach compared to Sony's current cloud gaming offerings for the PlayStation 5 console ecosystem.

## Sources covering this story

- https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/call-of-duty-warzone-ps4-xbox-one-shutdown/ — 

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