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Aston Martin Reveals Dreadnought, a Digital‑Only Armoured SUV for Call of Duty

Playable in Modern Warfare 4’s DMZ with a Warzone appearance, the Dreadnought signals Aston Martin’s move to reach younger gamers through in‑game brand experiences.

Overview

  • Aston Martin unveiled the Dreadnought as a digital‑only SUV created exclusively for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and confirmed it will also appear in Warzone.
  • The company says the vehicle is not for sale but will be shown as a full‑size model at the Call of Duty stand at Fanatics Fest in New York.
  • Aston Martin describes the Dreadnought as heavily armoured with a claimed V12 powerplant, dedicated weapons storage, reserve fuel tanks, and a luxury interior with Oxford Tan leather and gold trim.
  • The design was framed as a deliberate brand experiment to push Aston Martin’s aesthetic boundaries while aiming to make the virtual car feel authentic, a goal stressed by Chief Creative Officer Marek Reichman.
  • Coverage notes inconsistent published launch dates for Modern Warfare 4, with outlets citing October 20 and October 23, 2026, and the partnership continues a wider industry trend of automakers using games as virtual showrooms to reach younger, global audiences.