Microsoft has confirmed that "Call of Duty: Black Ops 6" will be available on Xbox Game Pass from day one. This announcement follows a premature notification, with official confirmation now posted on the Xbox Wire blog. The game, set during the '90s Gulf War, is expected to launch in late October and will be available on both the console and PC versions of Game Pass.
The decision to include the new Call of Duty title in Game Pass comes amidst internal debates at Microsoft regarding the impact on traditional sales, as Call of Duty games typically sell over 20 million copies. Further details about the game will be revealed during a special stream following the main Xbox summer showcase on June 9th, which will also discuss other major releases and updates.
The original news article does not specify the exact day that Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will be released on Xbox Game Pass. It mentions that the game is targeted for a release in late October, but no specific date is provided. Further details, including the release date, are expected to be announced during a special stream following the main Xbox summer showcase on June 9th.
Call of Duty games traditionally sell more than 20 million copies on average. Each copy is typically sold at around $70. This sales figure and pricing are consistent with the franchise's history of high sales volumes and premium pricing strategy.