Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 introduces a new arachnophobia mode and accessibility features, alongside its Game Pass debut sparking subscriber predictions.

Arachnophobia Mode Reimagines Spider Zombies

Black Ops 6's upcoming October 25th release includes a toggleable arachnophobia setting in Zombies mode. This alters the visual representation of spider-like enemies, transforming them into legless, seemingly floating creatures. While the aesthetic changes are significant, the impact on hitboxes remains unclear. The developers haven't detailed whether the hitbox size adjusts proportionally to the altered appearance.

The update also adds a "Pause and Save" feature for solo players in Round-Based mode, allowing saving and reloading at full health. This addition is designed to mitigate the impact of death, which necessitates restarting from the beginning of a round in this challenging mode.

Black Ops 6's Game Pass Launch: A Subscription Surge?

Analysts offer differing predictions regarding the impact of Black Ops 6's Game Pass launch on subscriber numbers. Some anticipate a substantial increase, potentially adding 3-4 million subscribers, while others suggest a more modest 10% rise, approximately 2.5 million. The latter projection accounts for existing subscribers upgrading to Game Pass Ultimate to access the game.

The success of this strategy is crucial for Microsoft's gaming division, which has faced growth challenges. The Activision Blizzard acquisition was partly driven by the need to boost Game Pass' performance, making Black Ops 6's reception a significant test case for the subscription model's viability.

For further information on Black Ops 6, including gameplay details and reviews, please refer to the linked articles. Our review highlights the enjoyable return of the Zombies mode.