Activision vigorously defends Call of Duty against Uvalde lawsuit allegations. The company's comprehensive legal response denies any link between its game and the tragedy, citing First Amendment protections for its content. Expert declarations refute claims that Call of Duty serves as "mass shooter training," bolstering Activision's defense. A key element of this defense includes statements from experts like Notre Dame professor Matthew Thomas Payne and Call of Duty's creative head, Patrick Kelly, who detail the game's design and its place within the broader context of military-themed entertainment. The Uvalde families have until late February to respond to Activision's extensive filings, which include a 150-page defense and supporting documentation. This case highlights the ongoing debate surrounding the relationship between violent video games and mass shootings.