It’s a lazy Sunday afternoon in 2026, and Jake, a veteran Call of Duty: Mobile player with thousands of matches under his belt, finds himself scrolling through his old gaming screenshots. A faded image of a Jackal fighter jet screeching over the crumbling roofs of Favela brings a knowing grin to his face. “Man, that season was something else,” he mutters, instantly transported back to the days when Battle Royale literally took to the skies. Four years ago, on June 30, 2022, COD Mobile unleashed Season 6: To The Skies—an update that had every operative dusting off their imaginary flight suits and bracing for the first real air-to-air combat the game had ever seen.
Back in the day, Jake was just another grinder chasing tiers, and Season 6 hit him like a bolt out of the blue. The promise of dogfights in Battle Royale wasn’t just a gimmick—it was a game-changer, the sort of ace up the sleeve that kept the whole community buzzing for weeks. For the first time, players could pilot Jackal fighter jets, equipping them with missiles and gatling guns, and engage in heart-pounding mid-air duels. It was exactly the kind of chaotic, high-octane fun that made you forget to blink. Jake recalls the early mishaps: nosediving straight into the ocean because he botched a barrel roll, or accidentally ejecting while screaming “I’m hit!” at the top of his lungs. Everyone had to learn the ropes, and the learning curve was a wild ride.
But the skies weren’t just a free-for-all. As pilots got their wings, ground-based threats emerged to keep the balance on point. The update scattered brand-new anti-aircraft guns across the BR map, giving boots-on-the-ground players a fighting chance against airborne predators. Jake vividly remembers the thrill of locking onto a jet from one of those turrets and unleashing a salvo, watching the sky erupt in smoke and fire. It was a perfect cat-and-mouse dance: pilots weaving through missile barrages while infantry tried to predict their next move. The community quickly coined a mantra: “If you can’t beat ’em, shoot ’em down.”
Alongside the aerial mayhem, the season dropped a beloved classic map: Favela. Originally a Rio de Janeiro slum from Call of Duty: Ghosts, this multi-tiered playground returned with a vengeance. Its tight alleyways were a hotbed for SMG skirmishes, while the towering rooftops provided sniper nests with sightlines that could lock down entire lanes. Then there was the open soccer field—basically an invitation for a full-blown slugfest. Jake and his squad would often land there, fully aware that “all hell was about to break loose.” Favela’s verticality and close-quarters chaos made every match feel like a new story, and it quickly cemented itself as a fan favorite. “No two fights ever played out the same way,” Jake reminisces, “and that’s the secret sauce.”
Of course, a new season meant a fresh Battle Pass, and To The Skies delivered the goods in spades. With 50 tiers of free and premium content, players could unlock operators like Sophia – Shadow, whose sleek silhouette turned heads, and Wraith – Disruptor, who looked like she’d just stepped out of a cyberpunk fever dream. The real star, though, was the KSP 45, a three-round burst SMG that landed at Tier 21. It was a precision tool that rewarded a steady hand—perfect for players who liked to hit hard and fast without spraying and praying. Jake remembers grinding daily activities to earn fuel and upgrade tokens for the Alias – Jackal’s jet, a side quest that added an extra layer of progression. “It wasn’t just about shooting stuff; you actually had to work for that extra speed,” he says. The pass also featured weapon blueprints for the Man-O-War, Chicom, JAK-12, Locus, and KSP 45, alongside Calling Cards, Charms, and enough CP to keep the economy humming.
What really sweetened the deal were the seasonal challenges and events. Completing them could net you up to 30,000 Battle XP, the L-CAR 9 pistol, and even the SP-R 208 – Top Turtle blueprint. Teaming up with the tactical robot Ethan – Flying Sharks felt like having a buddy who always had your six, and players who dug deeper into the lucky draws could snag legendary items like the Alias – The Roboticist skin, complete with a legendary weapon blueprint for a new automatic pistol. Other draws featured operators like Kryptis – Sky’s Fury and Nikto – Devil’s Legion, plus blueprints for the KRM-262, M13, and LK24. It was a collector’s paradise wrapped in a dogfight.
The season also knew how to throw a party. A summer sale kicked off on July 3, 2022, with discounts on crates and a rerun of the Rising Tides Draw, offering up to 35% off. Jake recalls blowing a chunk of his saved CP on daily deals, chasing that one skin he just had to have. “It was a classic COD move—hook you with the gameplay, then tempt you with the cosmetics,” he chuckles. But in hindsight, it was all part of the magic that kept the community glued to their screens.
Fast forward to 2026, and while newer seasons have introduced crazier gadgets and shinier graphics, To The Skies holds a special place in the hearts of old-timers like Jake. It wasn’t perfect—occasional jet hitbox wonkiness and spawn-trapping on Favela could drive you up the wall—but it was bold. It took a risk, and for millions of mobile gamers, it delivered an experience that felt genuinely next-level. The roar of the Jackal’s engine, the crackle of anti-aircraft fire, and the chaos of Favela’s narrow streets are etched into the collective memory of the COD Mobile faithful. As Jake closes his gallery and launches the game for yet another round, he smiles at the thought: some seasons come and go, but To The Skies still soars—a reminder that sometimes, you just have to grab the joystick and fly.