TimTheTatman and NICKMERCS Break New Ground with Playable Operator Skins in Call of Duty
Alison Anderson
10 May 2023
he worlds of gaming and streaming continue to overlap as popular Twitch streamers Timothy "TimTheTatman" Betar and Nick "NICKMERCS" Kolcheff are set to become the first streamers featured as playable operator skins in Call of Duty: Warzone and Black Ops Cold War. This groundbreaking collaboration is part of Activision's Season Five Reloaded update, taking the gaming experience to a whole new level.
Activision's partnership with these prominent streamers is an innovative move, bridging the gap between players and content creators. As part of the new update, players can purchase the "Tracer Pack: Maxis Mastercraft" bundle, which includes the "Sai" skin for the Operator Samantha Maxis, inspired by TimTheTatman, as well as the "Mara Kawaii Cat" skin, influenced by NICKMERCS. Both skins come with a range of customizable features and unique weapon blueprints that reflect each streamer's personality and gaming style.
The collaboration with TimTheTatman and NICKMERCS is a testament to the impact these streamers have on the gaming community. TimTheTatman boasts over 6.8 million followers on Twitch, while NICKMERCS has over 5.3 million. Their influence reaches beyond Twitch, with millions of subscribers on their respective YouTube channels, where they share content related to Call of Duty and other popular games.
This move by Activision marks a new direction in the gaming industry, where the lines between content creators, professional players, and game developers continue to blur. The introduction of streamer-inspired skins allows fans to connect with their favorite personalities on a more personal level, while also providing an opportunity for the streamers to further grow their brand and reach within the game.
The addition of TimTheTatman and NICKMERCS as playable operator skins in Call of Duty is a significant milestone for both the gaming and streaming industries. As the first streamers to be featured in this way, they pave the path for future collaborations between game developers and content creators. With the continued growth of the streaming community and the increasing influence of content creators on gaming trends, this collaboration foreshadows an exciting future for the gaming world as a whole.