The COD Mobile community is currently in an uproar following Activision’s decision to not release the highly anticipated Alchemy Stars collaboration event in the global version of the game. Frustrated fans have taken to social media platforms like Reddit and Twitter to express their discontent with clear demands. Here’s an update on the situation, Activision’s response, and the ongoing backlash from fans.
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What is the COD Mobile x Alchemy Stars Controversy
The controversy revolves around the Alchemy Stars event, which was made available to players in the Garena and Chinese versions of the game but not in the global version of COD Mobile. Fans were eagerly anticipating this event for its zombie-themed game mode called Dark Infiltration and special Alchemy Stars-themed camos. Many global players felt excluded as the event was not accessible to them.
Furthermore, cosmetic items from the collaboration, like the camo, appeared in the global version, causing confusion and frustration among players. The cosmetic items were visible in inventories but players had no way of obtaining them, leading to claims that Activision was teasing players with inaccessible content.
While some content from the collaboration was received in the global version, it was only available through paid draws, unlike the grindable camos in other regions.
Reaction from Activision on COD Mobile x Alchemy Stars: A “Test Event”
Activision took nearly a week after the launch of Season 9 to address the situation. In their official statement, they explained that the event is part of a test being conducted in specific Asian countries due to partnerships unique to that region. They claimed that these tests help them determine which content to release globally based on player feedback.
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Community Reactions: Global Players Demand Fair Treatment
Many players found Activision’s explanation unsatisfactory. They questioned why the paid Alchemy Stars Lucky Draw was available in the global version if it was a regional test. This led to concerns that Activision was profiting globally from the collaboration without providing full content to all players.
The core issue behind the backlash is the absence of new zombie content in the global version. Fans have been eagerly awaiting a replacement for the Undead Siege mode that was removed two years ago. The announcement of the Dark Infiltration mode raised hopes briefly, but disappointment followed when it was revealed that the mode would not be available in the global version.
The community’s demands are clear – transparency, equal access to content, and a revival of the beloved zombie modes that initially drew them to the game. Until these demands are met, the discontent among players is unlikely to subside.
What’s Next?
Activision’s promise to bring some of the event’s “best elements” to all players in the future offered a glimmer of hope. However, many fans remain skeptical. Suggestions have been made to make the Alchemy Stars camo grindable in Classic Zombies mode or to introduce special challenges related to the camo in Battle Royale mode to entice players to engage with the content.
Despite Activision’s response, the global community still feels ignored and deprived of important content, widening the gap between players and the company. In the meantime, players can explore the confirmed content updates for COD: Mobile’s 5th Anniversary celebration.
