Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (2009) Could Be Returning to Modern Consoles

The original Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (2009) could be making a comeback following a new listing from the Australian Classification Board. Dated October 1, 2026, the classification has sparked speculation that Activision may be preparing to bring the classic shooter to modern platforms.

The listing gives the game an R18+ rating and references in-game purchases, online interactivity, and chat, raising questions about whether a potential rerelease could include multiplayer. Modern Warfare 2 remains one of the most beloved entries in the franchise, remembered for its iconic maps, memorable campaign, and competitive multiplayer.

Unlike 2020’s Modern Warfare 2 Campaign Remastered, which excluded multiplayer and Spec Ops, a port of the original 2009 release could potentially bring back both modes. The classification’s references to online features offer some reason for optimism, although neither mode has been confirmed.

While the classification has fueled speculation about a possible port, Activision has yet to officially announce a rerelease or confirm which platforms it could support. It also remains unclear whether the original multiplayer experience would return.