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Microsoft Reportedly Set to Launch Call of Duty 2024 on Game Pass Day One

May 17, 2024 1 min read

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Microsoft is set to incorporate this year's Call of Duty release, speculated to be Black Ops 6, into its Xbox Game Pass subscription service upon the game's launch. This strategy represents a significant shift in Microsoft's approach to game distribution, moving away from traditional individual game sales. The anticipated title, which is rumored to be themed around the Gulf War, could potentially be announced through an in-game event in Warzone and is expected to be officially unveiled at the Xbox Games Showcase scheduled for June 9, 2024.

While the inclusion of Call of Duty in Game Pass could encourage more subscriptions to the service, there is speculation about the potential impact on direct game sales revenue. The decision aligns with Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer's vision of offering a full portfolio of games from Activision Blizzard, ZeniMax, and other Microsoft-owned studios on Game Pass. Despite concerns about the economic implications, Microsoft appears to be positioning itself to leverage its recent $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard to enhance the value proposition of Game Pass. The exact release date and pricing details for the new Call of Duty game have not been officially announced.

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