Black Ops 6: A new era for Call of Duty on Xbox Game Pass?

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Exciting news has surfaced in the gaming world. Get ready to lock and load, because Black Ops 6 is on the horizon. 

Black Ops Makes a Return

Developer Treyarch confirmed the news after the recent discovery of the Sally pistols in Warzone. The Sally is a special variant that pays homage to the iconic dual pistols featured on the cover art of the original 2010 Black Ops game. Unlocking the Sally in Warzone nets you the weapon for use in both Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone, adding a touch of nostalgia for longtime players.

A New Era for Call of Duty

This upcoming Black Ops title will be the first under the Xbox banner, and it’s potentially the most significant entry since Call Of Duty: WWII in 2017. With rumors suggesting a return to the 1990s Gulf War setting and a more open-ended campaign experience similar to Modern Warfare 3, Black Ops 6 is shaping up to be an exciting new chapter.

 

 

Xbox Game Pass Integration Shakes Things Up

Microsoft is making a bold move by planning to launch Black Ops 6 directly into Xbox Game Pass. This aligns with their recent strategy of adding all Microsoft-owned titles, including those from the newly acquired Activision, to the subscription service on day one. This could be a game-changer for Xbox Game Pass, potentially boosting its subscriber base significantly.

 

Can Black Ops 6 Recapture the Franchise's Glory?

Despite consistent sales, Call of Duty has seen a decline in player engagement in recent years. Black Ops 6 has its work cut out to win back fans potentially disappointed by the previous entry. However, the return to a classic setting and a fresh approach to the campaign might be just what the doctor ordered.

 

Looking Ahead

Black Ops 6 is slated for a late fall/early winter 2024 release, with rumors swirling about the possibility of the entire Call of Duty back catalog joining Game Pass before launch.

 

Gamers, are you hyped for the return of Black Ops? Will you be suiting up in Black Ops 6 via Game Pass?

 

• https://www.wsj.com/tech/microsoft-call-of-duty-game-pass-53e8930c
• https://www.ign.com/articles/call-of-duty-black-ops-6-pretty-much-confirmed-after-treyarch-acknowledges-sally-pistols-discovery-in-warzone
• https://www.ign.com/articles/call-of-duty-black-ops-6-reportedly-set-to-launch-straight-into-xbox-game-pass
• https://www.inverse.com/gaming/call-of-duty-black-ops-6-important-game-7-years

 

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