Moms usually support their children in whatever it is they’re passionate about, especially if they display a relatively high level of skill in it. This rings true when it comes to gaming, with many rising esports stars either legally children or in early adulthood. However, as many gamers may know, this encouragement can end up feeling like a distraction more than anything, as is the case with one proCall of Duty: Warzoneplayer.
Activision and Raven Software’sCall of Duty: Warzoneis currently in the latter part of its Season Five. The mid-season update introduces several new pieces of content to the game, including the 50 v 50 Clash mode, Iron Trials ‘84, and more. In keeping with its ’80s action hero theme,Warzonerecently launched its Judge Dredd bundle, giving players a chance at being their own judge, jury, and executioner.
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The proCall of Duty:Warzonecompetitor in question is Lenun, a prominent player from Europe. Lenun has been competing in the World Series ofWarzoneEU Solos match, pitted against 150 of Europe’s top players. Stakes for the match were high, with it being a winner-takes-all prize of $100 thousand. As any serious player would, Lenun was laser-focused camping across from the top of a ladder. Lenun’s mom was apparently watching the World Series Solos match from another room, and decided her son could use a pep talk, coming abruptly into his room with encouraging words of “Trust your gut Len!”
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As can be seen in the short clip, Lenun quickly reacts with some expletive-laden confusion, informing his already-aware mother that he’s in a Solos match and telling her to close the door. Luckily, theWarzonepro luckily didn’t suffer any consequences from the momentary distraction. Lenun later clarified that his mom understands the pressure ofwinningCall of Duty:Warzonetournamentsand would “never be disrespectful like that” to her. The relatable clip has gone viral over the past 24 hours, garnering nearly half a million views at the time of writing, including a re-tweet fromCall of Duty: Warzonedeveloper Raven Software itself.
Moms of gamers seem to be making quite a few headlines as of late. In addition to the wholesome interaction between Lenun and his mom, another mother is being commended for her accuratecosplay of aFinal Fantasy 7 RemakeNPC. A fan sent his mom a picture of Mireille Dudley, grandmother to fan-favorite character Kyrie Canaan, because he thought they looked nearly identical. The fan’s mom agreed, so much so that she ended up doing her first ever cosplay. While theFinal Fantasy 7outfit may not be as prolific a moment as theWarzonepep talk, its endearing to see moms share in their children’s passions.
Despite its numerous bugs and cheaters,Call of Duty: Warzoneboast a strong player base, and is poised to be a cornerstone shooter for years to come. That strong player base will likely get even stronger whenthe Pacific map comes later this year, potentially ushering in a new wave of players, and hopefully moms to support them.
Call of Duty: Warzoneis available now on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
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