Do you want to know the reason for removing the Call of Duty NICKMERCS Bundle by Activision? Activision recently decided to remove the NICKMERCS bundle from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone stores. If you have already purchased it, there is no need to panic. You can still use cosmetic items, weapon blueprints, and operators. But it will no longer be available for new purchases. Activision made this decision after a controversial Tweet from Nick Mercs about the LGBTQIA+ community. Here, you can find the story behind it and why Activision removed the NICKMERCS bundle.
What is NICKMERCS Bundle in Activision?
The NICKMERCS bundle is a customizable weapons, skins, operations, and blueprints package. The famous Call of Duty influencer Nicholas Kolcheff (Widely known as NICKMERCS) influenced the bundle. The NICKMERCS bundle was available in the Call of Duty store from 31st May 2023 for 2,400 COD points. The package included three operator skins, LMG and Shotgun Blueprints, loading screens, emblems, weapon stickers, and charms.
NICKMERCS is an American YouTuber, Twitch streamer, and co-owner of the well-known e-sports and entertainment organization FaZe. He is an expert at Fortnite, Call of Duty, and Apex Legends. With 6.7 million fans, Nick is one of the most popular streamers on Twitch.
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The Reason Behind NICKMERCS Bundle Removal.
It all started with a Tweet. Brennon Murphy (@brenonade) posted a video of a tense satiation between Anti- LGBT protestors and Pro-LGBT demonstrators in California. And Puckett (@MLGPuckett) Retweeted it, saying, ‘Americans are in a sad place right now. Let people love who they love and live your own life.’ The incident happened in a school, followed by a school board voting on recognizing June as Pride Month (A month dedicated to celebrating LGBTQIA+ people).
NICKMERCS replied to this post ‘They should leave little children alone. That’s the real issue’ on 7th June 2023. The Tweet created a storm. Some were against the statement, while NICKMERCS fans began to defend him. In response, Activision removed the NICKMERCS bundle from its store and issued a public statement on Twitter on 9th June 2023.
This happened 4 blocks from my Overwatch League apartment.
Americans are in a sad place right now.
Let people love who they love and live your own life. https://t.co/iflQJ1xmgC— Puckett ✈️ #CDL2023 (@MLGPuckett) June 7, 2023
It says, ‘Due to recent events, we have removed the “NICKMERCS Operator” bundle from the Modern Warfare II and Warzone store. We are focused on celebrating PRIDE with our employees and our community.’
Due to recent events, we have removed the “NICKMERCS Operator” bundle from the Modern Warfare II and Warzone store. We are focused on celebrating PRIDE with our employees and our community.
— Call of Duty (@CallofDuty) June 9, 2023
However, many Calls of Duty fans were against this decision and began to remove the game. Another famous influencer, Dr. Disrespect, publicly deleted the game and said he will not return until Activision apologizes or revoke the bundle removal. Meanwhile, NICKMERCS Tweeted a Thankyou message for all the supporters and stated he has no intention to delete the controversial Tweet.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare and War Zone 2 is available for PC, Xbox, and PS Series.
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