Call Of Duty is one of the celebrated games in the world, including your favorite EDM stars.
Electronic music and high-energy gaming have always moved side by side.
Both thrive on fast-evolving technology, adrenaline-driven experiences, and passionate global communities.
For many DJs, gaming offers the perfect escape from demanding tour schedules while giving them a fun way to connect with fans.
To celebrate the release of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, we’re highlighting some of the electronic scene’s biggest Call of Duty enthusiasts.
Their involvement goes far beyond casual gameplay.
Ranging from official in-game music to owning e-sports teams.
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Oliver Heldens
Oliver Heldens has long been a committed Call of Duty fan.
He shared that he had played the franchise for as long as he could remember.
Oliver also mentioned that several of his early 2013 tracks drew inspiration from Modern Warfare 2.
He also created an official track for Warzone Season 4 titled “Sound of Vondel,” which featured in-game audio elements and character vocals.
Marshmello
Marshmello frequently teamed up with creators during the height of Warzone, spending hours exploring Verdansk.
He built an entire playlist filled with gaming content.
He once shared on social media that he wanted Verdansk to return, showing how strongly he feels about the game.
Steve Aoki
Steve Aoki has consistently streamed Warzone over the years.
He even took part in an official promotional campaign for the franchise.
He appeared in a live-action trailer titled “Ultimate Team,” where he stood alongside celebrities like Pete Davidson and Lil Baby.
As Black Ops 7 approaches launch, Aoki remains one of the most active artists streaming Call of Duty on YouTube.
Nicky Romero
Nicky Romero has been vocal about his love for Call of Duty, often calling it one of his main hobbies outside of music.
In 2020, he played a celebratory set at London’s Call of Duty League event before joining other personalities in a celebrity match.
He also purchased a stake in the London Royal Ravens e-sports team when it was still based in the UK.
However, the team later moved to Charlotte, and it remains unclear whether he still owns any part of it today.
He has even livestreamed matches with fellow Dutch DJ Afrojack.
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Ben Nicky
When not touring, Ben Nicky often jumps into Warzone.
He once played with top competitive player WarsZ, a session that was uploaded online.
Fans have also spotted him showing off his high-end gaming setup on social media.
deadmau5
deadmau5 (Joel Zimmerman) is widely known as a dedicated gamer.
He has recently focused on Diablo and Elden Ring, but he has built a long history with Call of Duty.
Over the years, he has appeared in multiple YouTube videos, including streams of him playing Black Ops 3 on Nuketown alongside other creators.
Alan Walker
Alan Walker is another artist deeply immersed in gaming, including plenty of Call of Duty sessions.
He has livestreamed alongside various creators, joining them in different Call of Duty sessions.
He also produced a montage video for his track “Believers” with Conor Maynard.
In the video, he combined clips from professional players, gaming creators, and footage taken from both Warzone and multiplayer modes.
He also celebrated the launch of Black Ops 4 with a curated playlist in partnership with PlayStation.
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These artists are far from alone. Many more electronic musicians have joined Call of Duty events and tournaments.
Jauz, Zeds Dead, Ghastly, Riot Ten, FuntCase, and Trampa once competed in a “Label Wars” Warzone charity tournament.
Excision and Borgore even battled in public 1v1 matches, and Hardwell is known as a massive gamer, with Call of Duty listed among his favorites.
With Black Ops 7 now arriving, the connection between EDM and Call of Duty only continues to grow.
