Black Ops 6 Players Criticize Battle Passes in Between Battle Passes with Squid Game Event
Today, the highly anticipated in-game event based on Squid Game will debut in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 at 6pm UK time. However, players are expressing discontent over the coolest rewards being locked behind the event’s premium battle pass. This crossover event promises themed awards and limited-time modes inspired by the hit Netflix show, Squid Game, across multiplayer, Zombies, and Warzone.
Players Voice Frustration over Premium Battle Pass
According to a recent blog post, the Squid Game Event Pass offers players both a free and premium track. While battle passes are not new to Call of Duty, this event marks the first time an event has launched with its own premium battle pass. Some players took to the Black Ops 6 subreddit to express their dissatisfaction, with one player stating, “We got battle passes in between battle passes now.” Another player echoed these sentiments, suggesting that the constant addition of premium content is a strategy to gauge player spending habits.
One Reddit user, u/PhDExtreme, humorously lamented, “It all started with the bacon gun skin I bought in BO2 for $1.99. I’m so sorry folks.” However, another user, u/hypehold, provided a different perspective, reminding players that all playable content in Black Ops 6 is free, with more maps available than in previous versions.
Cost of Premium Track
Players interested in accessing the premium track of the Squid Game event will need to spend 1100 Cod Points. This pricing strategy has sparked further debate among the gaming community regarding the value of in-game purchases and the overall gaming experience.
Industry Impact and Review of Black Ops 6
It’s essential to note that the launch of this event comes amidst ongoing concerns within the gaming industry. Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 publisher, Activision, faced backlash last year for replacing voice actors during the SAG-AFTRA actor strike. This strike highlights broader issues surrounding the use of AI and the protection of actors in video game production.
In a review by Eurogamer, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 received a modest two-star rating out of five. The review emphasized the game’s reliance on familiar gameplay mechanics and lack of innovation, reflecting a broader trend in the gaming industry towards risk aversion.