Microsoft’s decision to increase the price of Xbox Game Pass and introduce a new standard tier without day one releases has sparked frustration among gamers. The removal of day one titles, EA Play, cloud gaming, and free perks from the service has left many fans feeling disappointed. It’s especially upsetting as Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 was set to be available on Xbox Game Pass as a day one title. The fact that the new standard tier, which will not include day one titles, is coming at a higher price has caused backlash from subscribers. Many are considering canceling their subscriptions once their current run ends. Some are even calling the price increase the “Call of Duty day one tax,” expressing their frustration with the rising costs of gaming subscriptions for both PlayStation and Xbox. It’s clear that the announcement of Black Ops 6 coming to Xbox Game Pass as a day one title may have been a catalyst for the price hike. However, it’s also understandable that the acquisition of new studios and the closure of others may have contributed to the need for increased revenue. Overall, it seems that the gaming community is divided on this issue. While some expected the price increase, others are unhappy about the additional costs. It remains to be seen how this move will affect the popularity of Xbox Game Pass and the gaming industry as a whole.