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COD:BOCW Has Upgrade Path for PlayStation but not for Xbox
- Thread starter ethomaz
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The Hamburglar
Banned
Why would you want to buy the ps5 version then use it in a PS4 though?
fermcr
Member
If Microsoft were smart, they would put consumers first and stop this BS from developers.... If developers keep treating Xbox gamers this way, what will be next? Like I said, Microsoft would loose money, but gain other things...
... and I bet it would only be for one year... Activison would learn their lesson and not make the same mistake the year after.
GHG
Member
Good luck telling Activision what to do.
I previously said this and it rings even truer today:
Activision gives no fucks and will do what they want. They know Microsoft need them more than they need Microsoft.
Hawking Radiation
Member
FearlessBelgian
Member
Activision shit... Like ever...
That's shouldn't even be possible because Series X can play all non Kinect Xbox One games.
More than likely it will just be played like a BC game but I think it will end up being unlocked in the end after a back & forth with Microsoft & Activision.
Journey
Banned
I don't think you're understanding the situation, it is Microsoft that has been promoting smart delivery, NOT Sony which have simply allowed Activision an upgrade path from their PS4 titles to PS5 by paying an extra $10. Microsoft apparently did not allow this, they wanted games to play on Xbox One X or S and to also include the option to play on Series X with the upgraded assets at no extra cost, but greedy Activision found a way to circumvent this by creating a "Separate" disc version that contains Xbox One and Series X versions for $70 dollars
Xbox One version = $60
PS4 Version = $60 + pay $10 for PS5 upgrade
Xbox One + Series X version = $70
IntentionalPun
Ask me about my wife's perfect butthole
MS will probably capitulate and allow charging for Smart Delivery somehow.
Journey
Banned
Yes, but only in backward compatibility mode, NOT smart delivery with included next gen assets, that's why Activision wants to charge an extra $10 dollars, the greedy fucks. MS has been promoting Smart delivery which was supposed to be seamless and at no extra cost and many publishers are following this path, but Activision is gonna Activision.
ethomaz
Banned
Continue reading to see the Physical part.
Digital is being evaluate but Physical is a no go already.
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ethomaz
Banned
The cover for both versions.
Left: Xbox One version ($60) that doesn't allow upgrade to Xbox Series X version but you can play it via BC on Series X.
Right: Xbox Series X version ($70) that include both version of the game.
Digital upgrade is still under evaluation on Xbox.
Left: Xbox One version ($60) that doesn't allow upgrade to Xbox Series X version but you can play it via BC on Series X.
Right: Xbox Series X version ($70) that include both version of the game.
Digital upgrade is still under evaluation on Xbox.
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Daffy Duck
Member
It gets even better, want to buy physical? You don’t get access to the beta or any of the pre order bonuses, they’re digital only.
fermcr
Member
I don't think you're understanding the situation, it is Microsoft that has been promoting smart delivery, NOT Sony which have simply allowed Activision an upgrade path from their PS4 titles to PS5 by paying an extra $10. Microsoft apparently did not allow this, they wanted games to play on Xbox One X or S and to also include the option to play on Series X with the upgraded assets at no extra cost, but greedy Activision found a way to circumvent this by creating a "Separate" disc version that contains Xbox One and Series X versions for $70 dollars
Xbox One version = $60
PS4 Version = $60 + pay $10 for PS5 upgrade
Xbox One + Series X version = $70
I get it. Activision's message was very confusing. Problem is that who purchases the Xbox One version is fu*ked.
The funny thing is that you still think Microsoft is the bad guy over here when they are simply trying to offer the upgrade version for free. Like I said before, there are rules to follow and Activision are bending those rules. Microsoft could follow the example of Apple/Google vs Epic and tell Activision to take a hike...
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Barakov
Member
When I get it I'll just get one of the next gen versions. They can keep their beta. It's not like the MP is some huge surprise at this point.
Bonfires Down
Member
I would be so confused about this if I didn't have the context. What a mess.The cover for both versions.
Left: Xbox One version ($60) that doesn't allow upgrade to Xbox Series X version but you can play it via BC on Series X.
Right: Xbox Series X version ($70) that include both version of the game.
Digital upgrade is still under evaluation on Xbox.
He's not wrong.
GaviotaGrande
Banned
And that's one of tbe reasons I switched to PC this gen. This is some serious bullshit. 
VulcanRaven
Member
I'm sure many will buy the wrong version by accident. I like how one case says Xbox One · Xbox Series X and the other Xbox Series X · Xbox One.
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HTK
Banned
PS4 Standard Edition $59.99
PS4 Cross-Gen Bundle $69.99 (Fee to Upgrade, which could very well go away if you are purchasing for the first time on PlayStation 5.... no?)
There is no PS5 Standard Edition because you're not purchasing from the PlayStation 5. I guess my point is it's a $10 fee for playing the game on PS4 and then upgrading to PS5 down the line. But if you don't have CoD: BOCW and get a PlayStation 5 and are buying it for the first time it would be $59.99 for the Standard Edition. At least that's what I think unless I'm really missing something here, feel free to correct me.
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mckmas8808
Mckmaster uses MasterCard to buy Slave drives
Why blame Sony? People buying the PS5DE should know this going in.
Black_Stride
do not tempt fate do not contrain Wonder Woman's thighs do not do not
They havent reach FIFA/Madden levels yet.
But they out EA'd EA a very long time ago.
Elcid
Banned
Should you call out Activison?
Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War Editions FAQ
support.activision.com
The cover for both versions.
Left: Xbox One version ($60) that doesn't allow upgrade to Xbox Series X version but you can play it via BC on Series X.
Right: Xbox Series X version ($70) that include both version of the game.
Digital upgrade is still under evaluation on Xbox.
I am so fucking confused by those two game cases. Holy shit this is going to be a NIGHTMARE for parents.
MS prohibited upgrades as DLC.
The_Mike
I cry about SonyGaf from my chair in Redmond, WA
Microsoft already upped their prices to 70 euro on Steam so they ain't much better than Activision.
So sadly soon.
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Kerotan
Member
Surely you mean €70 for the ps5 version in the EU?
Publishers must be pissed with MS for forcing them into smart delivery. Should make it easier for Sony to do deals with them.
Journey
Banned
Correct, the Smart delivery = Free
The other options only exists because he knows that....
Journey
Banned
Yea, but at the expense of the consumer/gamer. I want the company that I support to bat for me, not take the cop-out option. We need to vote with our wallets, unfortunately, see Gif above.
Chittagong
Gold Member
Left: Xbox One version ($60) that doesn't allow upgrade to Xbox Series X version but you can play it via BC on Series X.
Right: Xbox Series X version ($70) that include both version of the game.
Digital upgrade is still under evaluation on Xbox.
This branding and cross approach is a complete clusterfuck. You brand it like there is just one version that works up and down Xboxes, but the reality is that you have two different gen versions that are nearly indistinguishable physically
cyber_ninja
Member
Anti-consumer Sony strikes again. Oh, wait....
Jesus fucking christ, can't even think that Sony paid to undermine Xbox. Activision is literally tricking both sides.
Journey
Banned
There is PS5 Standard Edition.
PS4 Standard Edition ($60) than play in both PS4 and PS4 (via BC) and be upgraded to PS5 version +$10.
PS5 Standard Edition ($70) can only be played on PS5.
Oh damn, not that it matters since anyone buying a $70 copy of the PS5 standard edition will have a PS5, but the $70 version of Xbox will be playable anywhere, so you can bring your copy to a friend that has Xbox One X, S or Series X and play it.
Where's that share video again?
Evangelion Unit-01
Master Chief
Yes, whole situation is very confusing. If game prices are going up to $70 they should have just done one edition and supported Smart Delivery and a free upgrade on PS5-unless there was some technical hurdle.
GhostOfTsu
Banned
I don't think you're understanding the situation, it is Microsoft that has been promoting smart delivery, NOT Sony which have simply allowed Activision an upgrade path from their PS4 titles to PS5 by paying an extra $10. Microsoft apparently did not allow this, they wanted games to play on Xbox One X or S and to also include the option to play on Series X with the upgraded assets at no extra cost, but greedy Activision found a way to circumvent this by creating a "Separate" disc version that contains Xbox One and Series X versions for $70 dollars
Xbox One version = $60
PS4 Version = $60 + pay $10 for PS5 upgrade
Xbox One + Series X version = $70
Yep, MS started all this Smart Delivery mess that sounds good for them (buy 1 get all versions) but they were expecting Publishers and developers to do all this work and next-gen visuals for free?
They basically can't sell a next-gen version now, just buy the old one and get it for free. It's unfair for third-parties.
Control, COD etc is just the start of this huge mess they created. In the end, Xbox will be penalized because Publishers will just bypass smart delivery.
