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Blacknut Levels Up: Select Activision Publishing and Blizzard Entertainment Games Now Streamable on Blacknut
Cloud gaming platform Blacknut has integrated a selection of Activision Publishing and Blizzard Entertainment titles, including Diablo III, Warcraft I: Remastered, and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II, through the Ubisoft+ Premium pass. These games are now available for streaming without downloads on various devices, expanding Blacknut's library and reach across over 65 regions worldwide.
Tag, You’re It: GeForce NOW Levels Up Game Discovery With Xbox Game Pass and Ubisoft+ Labels
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW cloud gaming service has introduced new in-app labels to improve game discovery, making it easier for users to identify titles available through subscription services like Xbox Game Pass and Ubisoft+. This update also adds six new games to the platform, including Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard and a new skin for Thor in Marvel Rivals.
How Long Will 2026's Biggest Games Actually Take to Beat? | TAG
This article analyzes the estimated playtime for major video game releases in 2026, considering a typical adult gaming schedule of 5 hours per week. It breaks down games like Grand Theft Auto 6, Crimson Desert, and Monster Hunter Wilds into categories based on how long they will take to complete, offering practical advice for fitting them into a busy life. The analysis also highlights the value of subscription services like Game Pass for accessing multiple titles.
Analysts say Xbox Game Pass price cut is 'not surprising at all' since Call of Duty's addition to the service 'did not lead to a significant increase in Xbox console sales or even subscriptions'
Industry analysts believe the recent price cut for Xbox Game Pass and the delay of new Call of Duty titles from day-one releases were expected moves. Experts suggest that the inclusion of Call of Duty did not significantly boost Xbox console sales or Game Pass subscriptions, and that Microsoft was losing potential premium sales revenue. The price reduction is seen as a balanced solution that could help subscriber numbers grow.
Xbox Game Pass report claims you'll be able to pick which features you pay for
Xbox is reportedly exploring a new tiered subscription model for Game Pass that would allow users to customize their packages by selecting specific features and content. This move aims to attract more subscribers by offering a more flexible and potentially cheaper service. Recent news also includes price adjustments for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, and the removal of day-one Call of Duty releases.
More Call Of Duty Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass This Year - Report
A report suggests that legacy Call of Duty titles are expected to arrive on Xbox Game Pass later this year, despite newer entries reportedly being removed. This move could impact subscription pricing tiers for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, and other options.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Hits $28 on Amazon, Free on Game Pass
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is currently available for $28 on Amazon for PlayStation 5, representing a 53% discount from its launch price. The game is also accessible for free through Game Pass Ultimate. This pricing strategy highlights the ongoing tension between physical game sales and subscription service models.
Call of Duty Franchise’s Older Entries Are Coming to Game Pass This Year – Rumor
A rumor suggests that Microsoft plans to bring older Call of Duty titles to the Game Pass subscription service later this year, expanding its library beyond recent releases. This move comes as Microsoft adjusts its strategy for the franchise's inclusion on the service, following a price hike for Game Pass. Industry analysts also commented on potential new subscription tiers and the impact of day-one releases on revenue and retention.
Game Pass Might Lose More Day One Game Releases Than Call of Duty, Says Analyst
Industry analyst Piers Harding-Rolls suggests that Microsoft's decision to remove Call of Duty from day-one Game Pass releases is a strategic move to increase revenue through staggered releases and sales on other platforms. This shift may indicate a broader trend of windowing other first-party titles on the subscription service. Microsoft is also reportedly exploring new Game Pass tiers, including a cheaper option focused on first-party games with cloud gaming limits and a customizable "pick your own plan" model.
Older Call of Duty games are coming to Game Pass in 2026
Xbox boss Asha Sharma announced that new Call of Duty games will be added to Game Pass one year after their release, starting in 2026. This change affects the inclusion of future titles in the subscription service. Older Call of Duty games, including titles from 2003 up to 2021's Vanguard, are listed as potentially coming to the service.
Xbox Game Pass vs PS Plus: Was Sony Right All Along?
This analysis questions the long-term viability of Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass subscription model, particularly after recent price increases and the decision to remove Call of Duty from day-one access. It contrasts this with Sony's PlayStation Plus strategy, which prioritizes later inclusion of first-party titles and offers a more affordable tier. The article suggests Sony's initial reluctance to adopt a Game Pass-like model may have been prescient, highlighting the economic challenges of offering a vast library of games on demand.
Xbox is reportedly taking a ‘pick your own plan’ approach to Game Pass
Xbox is reportedly planning to introduce a flexible 'pick your own plan' model for Game Pass, allowing users to customize their subscriptions. This move follows the removal of Call of Duty from day-one access and aims to offer more tailored and potentially cost-effective options. Xbox executive Asha Sharma has hinted at increased flexibility for Game Pass, though specific details remain undisclosed.
Game Pass Price Drop Announced, Call of Duty Games No Longer Available Day One
Microsoft Gaming has announced a price reduction for its Game Pass subscriptions, with Game Pass Ultimate now costing $22.99 per month and PC Game Pass priced at $13.99. Additionally, future Call of Duty titles will no longer be available on Game Pass at launch, instead joining the service approximately one year later during the holiday season.
Xbox Game Pass Could Lose Other Day-One New Releases Beyond Call Of Duty, Expert Says
Microsoft has announced changes to Xbox Game Pass, including a price reduction and the removal of new Call of Duty titles from day-one releases. Analyst Piers Harding-Rolls suggests that other first-party games might also be "windowed" from day-one launches to generate more revenue. Future plans for Game Pass aim for increased flexibility, potentially including customizable subscription tiers.
Call of Duty games coming to Xbox Game Pass on day one lasted all of two releases as Microsoft announces big changes and…
Microsoft is reducing the prices of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, with Ultimate dropping to $22.99 and PC Game Pass to $13.99 per month. Additionally, new Call of Duty titles will now be available on the service approximately one year after their initial release, a change attributed to Xbox CEO Asha Sharma's view that the service had become too expensive.
"Not surprising at all" - analysts see Xbox Game Pass price cut as inevitable shift that will drive subscription growth in 2026
Analysts believe Microsoft's decision to cut the price of Xbox Game Pass and remove Call of Duty as a day-one offering was an expected move due to the franchise's limited impact on subscription growth. While opinions differ on the effect on Call of Duty's revenue, the price reduction is seen as a positive step that should help subscriber numbers grow. This strategic shift is viewed as commercial pragmatism rather than a fundamental change in Microsoft's approach to its gaming services.
PC Game Pass Price Reduced in the Philippines — Now PHP 225/Month — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Microsoft has reduced the price of PC Game Pass in the Philippines to PHP 225 per month, down from PHP 320. This price adjustment aims to make the service more appealing in a market that is heavily focused on mobile gaming and free-to-play titles, though attachment to Steam ownership remains a factor.
Xbox Game Pass "Pick-Your-Own" Plan Being Considered - Report
Microsoft is reportedly considering a new 'pick-your-own' plan for Xbox Game Pass, aiming to offer greater flexibility to subscribers. This potential change aligns with previous statements from Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma about evolving the service. While no concrete details or guarantees exist, the idea could allow users to customize their subscription based on desired content and services.
Xbox Cuts Game Pass Prices But Delays Future Call of Duty Games
Xbox has reduced the monthly subscription prices for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. However, future Call of Duty titles will no longer be available on Game Pass on their launch days, with a delay of approximately one year expected. This strategic move aims to attract more subscribers with lower costs while preserving revenue from initial Call of Duty sales.
Xbox Game Pass Dropped to $22.99, But Call of Duty Is the Catch
Microsoft has reduced the monthly price of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate from $29.99 to $22.99 and PC Game Pass from $16.49 to $13.99, effective at the next renewal date. However, new Call of Duty titles will no longer be available on Game Pass on launch day, instead appearing approximately one year after release. This change follows subscriber backlash to a previous price increase and aims to recover revenue from the costly Activision Blizzard acquisition.
