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- 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.
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.
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?
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