Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 has received a surprise update from Activision, introducing a new “Squid Game Premium Event Pass” alongside its existing battle pass system. This move has sparked outrage among players, who feel that the game is already monetized enough with its launch and ongoing costs.
The Squid Game Premium Event Pass offers more rewards, including the Front Man Operator, but also comes with additional microtransactions. Players are expressing their discontent on social media, with many feeling nickel-and-dimed by Activision’s aggressive monetization tactics.
“This isn’t the goodwill we’re looking for to come back to,” said one player. “Nobody wants to open the game and see that they need to spend more money.” The introduction of a second battle pass system has left players questioning where the priorities lie with Activision, especially after the recent exodus of players due to cheating issues.
The update also includes premium store bundles for purchase, adding to the frustration among gamers. With thousands of hours invested in the game, many feel that Activision is exploiting its loyal player base. As one gamer joked, “At this point, I’m surprised they haven’t added a Scrooge McDuck bundle for a snarky meta-joke.”
Source: https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/activision-decides-call-of-duty-black-ops-6-players-dont-spend-enough-money-introduces-a-second-pass-for-players-to-buy