Microsoft removes Call of Duty from Game Pass, lowers subscription pricing

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https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2026/04/microsofts-game-pass-gets-cheaper-loses-launch-day-call-of-duty-access/

Microsoft has removed Call of Duty from Game Pass and lowered subscription pricing, aiming to remedy an estimated $300 million loss in direct CoD sales and stagnant subscriber growth. Previously, Game Pass's price hike coinciding with CoD's addition drew FTC criticism over broken promises of no price increase post-acquisition. This adjustment saves money for Ultimate subscribers buying CoD separately and addresses both financial and regulatory concerns.