Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Launches with Arachnophobia Mode and Game Pass Integration
Call of Duty developers have announced exciting new features for Black Ops 6, launching October 25th and available day one on Xbox Game Pass. This includes a much-anticipated arachnophobia mode and significant accessibility improvements.
Arachnophobia Mode: A Legless Wonder
Black Ops 6 Zombies mode introduces an arachnophobia toggle. Activating this setting alters the appearance of spider-like enemies, transforming them into legless, seemingly floating creatures. While the visual change is significant, the developers haven't explicitly detailed whether this impacts the enemy hitbox. However, it's likely to remain consistent with the original model.
This update also brings a "Pause and Save" feature to solo matches in Zombies mode. Players can now pause, save their progress, and reload with full health, a welcome addition, especially considering the challenging nature of the round-based maps.
Black Ops 6 and the Game Pass Impact: A High-Stakes Launch
Black Ops 6's day-one Game Pass inclusion is a significant move for Microsoft. Analysts offer varying predictions on its impact on subscriber numbers. While some anticipate a substantial increase of three to four million new subscribers, others suggest a more conservative estimate of around 2.5 million, potentially including existing subscribers upgrading their plans.
The success of this strategy is crucial for Microsoft's gaming division, facing pressure to demonstrate the viability of its Game Pass model. The performance of Black Ops 6 on Game Pass will be a key indicator of its future success.
For more in-depth coverage of Black Ops 6, including our review, please see the links below. Our review highlights the fun and engaging nature of the revamped Zombies mode.
