Xbox Now Lead Platform For Black Ops 6 Over PlayStation and Steam

Expert Verified By

Game Pass Has Ended PlayStation's COD Dominance!

Story Highlight
  • Xbox has reportedly become the platform of choice for Black Ops 6 players.
  • The Xbox ecosystem, comprising Game Pass, consoles, and PC, has left PlayStation and Steam behind.
  • This is a major win for the gaming giant since PlayStation previously boasted a huge lead in terms of Call of Duty player counts.

The last few weeks have been massive for Xbox and Game Pass. The service has seen substantial growth following the release of Black Ops 6, with Microsoft confirming a record-breaking release for this Black Ops entry.

It was previously said that half of all PC players accessed Black Ops 6 through Game Pass, and a new report highlights Xbox’s dominance further. According to sources, Xbox is now the leading platform for Call of Duty.

Why it matters: PlayStation has been the platform of choice for Call of Duty fans for nearly 10 years. It seems Xbox’s gamble with a day-one Game Pass launch has tipped the balance in its favor.

Call of Duty Black Ops 6 Adler
Russel Adler Returned For The Latest Call of Duty Campaign

According to Windows Central’s Jez Corden, Call of Duty has grown significantly on both PlayStation and Steam. However, the biggest growth has been observed on Xbox, putting this ecosystem, which comprises both PC and console players, at the forefront.

For context, PlayStation previously held the lead due to content exclusivity and marketing rights. This dominance was established with games like Black Ops 3 and seemed impossible to break until today.

According to the insider, doubts over the Game Pass strategy have been cleared following this release, giving developers more confidence in supporting Microsoft’s subscription service.

Game Pass could also lead to a future where the balance continues to shift in favor of Xbox, giving it a bigger lead over rival platforms.

Call of Duty Black Ops 6
The Call of Duty franchise is one of the biggest money-makers for Activision and Microsoft.

Black Ops 6 is set to kick off season 1 tomorrow. This should be the first of many seasons to bring new maps, game modes, and characters to the multiplayer experience. Since Xbox already has plenty of players hooked on the game, the first season’s popularity should be a solid indicator of things to come.

All in all, Black Ops 6 is doing well across all platforms. PlayStation and Steam are no slouch, but the latest reports are certainly more favorable for Xbox. What are your thoughts on the changing dynamics of Call of Duty?

Did you play Black Ops 6 through Game Pass? Let us know in the comments, and visit the Tech4Gamers Forums for more discussions.

Was our article helpful? 👨‍💻

Thank you! Please share your positive feedback. 🔋

How could we improve this post? Please Help us. 😔

Gear Up For Latest News

Get exclusive gaming & tech news before it drops. Sign up today!

Join Our Community

Still having issues? Join the Tech4Gamers Forum for expert help and community support!

Latest News

Join Our Community

104,000FansLike
32,122FollowersFollow

Trending

Drop Debuts OAE 1 Headphones In Collaboration With Axel Grell

Drop has unveiled the brand new OAE 1 headphones, promising to bring a premium listening experience at an affordable price.

Any Xbox Franchise Can Go To Third-Party Platforms, Says Phil Spencer

Phil Spencer confirmed recently that they don't see any red line in their portfolio regarding games that can be ported to other platforms.

Phil Spencer Looking At More Acquisitions For Xbox Growth

Following the Activision Blizzard merger, Phil Spencer is already on the lookout for more Xbox acquisitions.

Resident Evil 9 Will Reportedly Feature Two ‘Unkillable’ Enemies Like Mr. X & Nemesis

A recent playtest for Resident Evil 9 has revealed much information, including that it will feature two unkillable stalker enemies.

Final Fantasy 16 Extremely Underperformed On PC; Sold Only 289K Units Since Launch

Final Fantasy 16 launch on PC was pretty underwhelming as the game has sold only 289000 copies since it was launched.