Let’s take a look at this launch trailer to commemorate the occasion, which has been referred to as one of the most significant videogame releases of the decade.

While I could have done without the rap music, this clip shows off a variety of stirring moments that will have you on the edge of your seat and even more anxious to finally dive into this title (if you haven’t already).

Although the game has just been officially released today (some folks were able to snag their copies early), one can’t help being curious about what can be expected from successive CoD titles and if the level of attention that MW2 has deservedly garnered may represent the peak of the franchise.

Time will tell. For now, the revenue machine that is CoD continues to hum without showing any signs of wear & tear as players soak up Modern Warfare 2. I’m looking forward to sinking my teeth into the fresh campaign, though I’m equally intrigued by the much-discussed Spec Ops.