Black Ops 7 is one of the biggest premieres of the year, but Microsoft has confirmed that the game is exclusively available in Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Cheaper plans do not include the new Activision hit.
This is an important detail that many may have missed. The note only appeared in a few places, including the Xbox Game Pass social media, where a small note was added at the bottom of the image: "*Excludes Call of Duty titles. **Requires Game Pass Ultimate". Previously, many expected the release to be available in budget subscriptions as well.
Some find the hidden information in small print on the graphic strange, even if it is posted on the official blog.
Microsoft's decision has caused much controversy and disappointment. Many were hoping to save money, but it turned out that only the most expensive plan is needed to play Black Ops 7.
The situation may undermine confidence in the service, as Game Pass was positioned as a subscription with day-one releases for all major hits. Call of Duty has become a painful exception, reminding us that the biggest releases will cost more.
