Microsoft Confirms Call of Duty Black Ops 6 Day-One With Xbox Game Pass

Microsoft has confirmed that Call of Duty Black Ops 6 will be available on Xbox Game Pass from day one. The announcement was made alongside the release of a live-action trailer and details of an upcoming event on June 9, 2024, where gameplay will be showcased. The game is set during the Gulf War in the early '90s.

Despite potential sales cannibalization concerns, Microsoft is pushing forward with integrating major titles like Call of Duty into its Game Pass service. This strategy aims to boost subscriber numbers, especially as Microsoft faces challenges such as stagnant Game Pass growth and recent layoffs within its gaming division.

Call of Duty Black Ops 6 is set during the Gulf War, a significant historical conflict that occurred in the early 1990s13. This setting is reflected in the game's thematic elements and narrative backdrop, which taps into the geopolitical dynamics of that period. The live-action reveal trailer for the game, titled 'The Truth Lies', features a montage of cryptic speeches delivered by key world leaders from the era. These include Bill Clinton, Margaret Thatcher, George H. W. Bush, Colin Powell, and Saddam Hussein, all of whom played pivotal roles during the Gulf War. Their inclusion in the trailer suggests that the game will incorporate real historical figures and events to enhance its storytelling and immerse players in the strategic and political complexities of the time.