Call of Duty fans are raising their eyebrows—and their voices—after Activision introduced Eve Macarro from Ballerina instead of fan-favorite John Wick. The internet’s a bit salty, wondering why the devs snubbed Wick, who’s basically iconic in every gunfight meme. Some suspect it’s just movie marketing, timed with Ballerina’s release, but the community’s clearly not thrilled. Will Eve win them over, or will Wick’s absence keep fueling the memes? Stick around for the latest twists and fan theories.
Even in a world where Call of Duty crossovers have delivered everything from James Bond to Ethan Hunt, fans somehow still find a way to be surprised—or, more accurately, to be mildly outraged.
This time, the uproar centers on the decision to add Ana de Armas’ character, Eve Macarro from the upcoming Ballerina movie, instead of the fan-favorite John Wick. Given John Wick’s near-legendary status in action gaming (not to mention his cameo in Fortnite and his own game on the way), it’s not shocking that players are raising their voices online.
Fans are baffled as Call of Duty adds Ballerina’s Eve Macarro over the iconic, much-requested John Wick.
For months, the Call of Duty community has loudly requested Wick’s inclusion. He’s a perfect fit—action-packed, instantly recognizable, and a walking meme generator. Instead, the Ballerina crossover dropped, featuring a character most players had never heard of before. In fact, while John Wick has appeared in Fortnite and has his own game coming, he still hasn’t made his way into Call of Duty despite repeated requests.
Some fans see this as a marketing move, with the timing suspiciously close to the Ballerina movie’s release date. The Call of Duty community is also eagerly awaiting news on the upcoming game as rumors about the Call of Duty 2025 campaign quality circulate online.] While some optimists hope the Ballerina event is just a warm-up for John Wick’s eventual debut, official sources have offered no confirmation.
The rumor mill spins, with speculation that Wick might arrive in a mid-season update, but fans are left waiting—and, naturally, venting. Historically, Call of Duty does well when it brings in big names. The Mission: Impossible and James Bond crossovers were generally cheered.
But when lesser-known characters take the spotlight, there’s always a risk. Gamers, as it turns out, have opinions—lots of them. Some are already expressing disappointment on social media, arguing that the choice feels out of touch with what the majority actually want.
On the other hand, if Eve Macarro ends up being a hit—think cool abilities, impressive finishing moves, and slick design—maybe the outrage will quiet down. Still, there’s a sense that Call of Duty is flirting with fan patience.
If John Wick continues to be a no-show, the backlash might just escalate. Until then, players will keep speculating, hoping, and—of course—grinding XP.