Call of Duty: Mobile opens 2026 with Season 1, Frozen Abyss, arriving on January 14 and setting a winter-focused tone across its multiplayer, progression systems, and live events. The update continues the game’s seasonal structure, combining new playable content with cosmetic additions and limited-time challenges designed to keep engagement steady through the early part of the year.
A central addition this season is the introduction of the Codename: Lazarus – Cosmic Wrath Mythic Operator through a new Mythic Draw. As with previous mythic releases, this operator is positioned as a premium cosmetic offering rather than a gameplay-altering feature, aimed at players who invest heavily in customization and collection. The release aligns with Call of Duty: Mobile’s ongoing strategy of using high-end operator skins to anchor seasonal updates and drive long-term monetization without disrupting balance.
The Season 1 Battle Pass expands the functional side of the update with the LC10 – Tracker SMG. Designed for close- to mid-range encounters, the weapon emphasizes fast fire rates and manageable recoil, making it accessible to a wide range of playstyles rather than catering exclusively to competitive meta builds. Alongside it is the Inflatable Decoy Tactical, a utility item that introduces an element of misdirection by deploying a balloon decoy intended to draw enemy attention. While situational, the decoy reflects the game’s continued interest in lightweight tactical tools that reward timing and positioning rather than raw damage output.
Cosmetic progression remains a major focus. Premium Battle Pass tiers include winter-themed operator skins such as American Bulldog – Polar Explorer and Portnova – Arctic Adventurer, as well as cold-weather weapon blueprints like the Man-O-War – Tidal Lance. These items follow the game’s established approach of visual variety without mechanical advantages, reinforcing seasonal identity while maintaining gameplay consistency.
Season 1 also extends several ongoing and themed events, including the Street Fighter collaboration, which continues into the new year with additional challenges and rewards. Crossovers like this have become a recurring part of Call of Duty: Mobile’s live-service model, functioning more as engagement drivers than headline features, but they remain popular among players who enjoy limited-time content tied to recognizable franchises.
Frozen Abyss officially goes live on January 14 at 4 p.m. PT. Overall, the season represents an incremental but deliberate update, focused on maintaining player momentum through new gear, refreshed cosmetics, and structured events rather than dramatic mechanical changes.
