The latest Call of Duty League (CDL) trading cards for the 2022-23 season have hit the shelves and are now up for grabs on Upper Deck’s website. While the full checklist is still under wraps, fans can expect a lineup showcasing players and moments from Call of Duty: Vanguard and Modern Warfare 2, drawing inspiration from the previous season’s successful format.
What makes this release stand out is the introduction of trading cards for fresh faces like the Boston Breach, who entered the scene during the Vanguard season, and OpTic Texas, a fusion of Dallas Empire and OpTic Gaming. Enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting rookie cards for rising stars such as Scrap, with hopes of also seeing his teammate Ghosty make the cut depending on the final checklist.
The origins of competitive Call of Duty trace back to 2003, but the official Call of Duty League was established in 2019 alongside the release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. Since then, CDL has elevated city-based teams and structured competitions in the esports realm.
In 2022, Upper Deck partnered with CDL to unveil a set of trading cards featuring players from the Modern Warfare (2019) and Cold War seasons. Prior to this collaboration, the Call of Duty universe teamed up with Mountain Dew Game Fuel in 2021 for a special series spotlighting top players like Seth “Scump” Abner and Thomas “ZooMaa” Paparatto.
Upper Deck’s involvement in esports collectibles is substantial, holding licenses for both the Call of Duty League and the Overwatch League. Their portfolio includes various trading card sets, such as the innovative 2022 Upper Deck Call of Duty Game Dated Moments collection. This set showcased pivotal moments and up-and-coming talents like Amer “Pred” Zulbeari, a pivotal player in OpTic Texas’s World Championship victory.
The release of the 2022-23 trading cards aligns with the sixth season of the Call of Duty League, continuing to build upon the legacy of the Call of Duty World League. Preceding the CDL’s city-based format, esports teams operated with rosters in open tournaments, fostering a competitive landscape rich in unpredictability and diversity.
The arrival of the latest trading cards has ignited a wave of excitement among fans and players, with some professionals expressing their thrill in collecting these cards firsthand. This surge of interest adds an extra dimension to the vibrant CDL community, engaging enthusiasts at a deeper level.
For gaming aficionados and collectors alike, this year’s set presents a chance to own a slice of Call of Duty League history. Dive into Upper Deck’s website to delve into the collection and secure your favorite cards from the 2022-23 season!