Launch event to take place on November 9.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 screenshot

Activision has announced that on November 9, 2009, Modern Warfare 2 will invade London with a unique launch event and screening.

In a world’s first, Modern Warfare 2 will launch in Leicester Square, where a screening compered by a celebrity fan of the game will enable journalists, celebs and fans of the Modern Warfare series to take a look at the highly anticipated sequel on the big screen.

The event will also be supported by a midnight opening at HMV's flagship Trocadero Store.