This is What Happens When a Navy SEAL Plays Call of Duty

Published on March 4, 2026
Duration: 0:49

This video features Shawn Ryan discussing his past experiences playing Call of Duty overseas with fellow service members. He recounts linking up Xboxes in unconventional locations like an abandoned jail and shares his personal struggles with first-person shooter games, often feeling like he's underperforming for his team.

Quick Summary

A Navy SEAL guest on the Shawn Ryan Show revealed he didn't play Call of Duty extensively but did play it overseas by linking Xboxes. He shared anecdotes of gaming in remote locations, including an abandoned jail, and admitted to struggling with first-person shooter games, often feeling like he underperformed for his team.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Call of Duty Player?
  2. 00:03Gaming History & Overseas Play
  3. 00:31Call of Duty Session & Respawn Issues
  4. 00:42FPS Challenges & Team Performance

Frequently Asked Questions

Did the Navy SEAL guest play Call of Duty?

No, the Navy SEAL guest stated he did not really get into Call of Duty. However, he did play it a lot overseas with fellow service members by linking up Xboxes in remote locations.

What were the gaming conditions like for service members overseas?

Service members would link up Xboxes to play games like Call of Duty in remote locations. One anecdote describes living in an abandoned jail, using jail cells as rooms and running wires through hallways for connectivity.

What challenges does the Navy SEAL face in first-person shooter games?

The guest finds first-person shooter games difficult, often feeling like he is the player on the team who is losing and bringing the team's performance down.

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