For $20 it offers “higher quality” sound.
Although only a few hours have passed since the launch of the new part of the Call of Duty series with the subtitle Black Ops 6, it is already being addressed the first interesting case. This concerns the traditionally hot topic of monetization. Specifically, players began to point out that while browsing the audio settings, they came across a locked paid item called the Immerse Gamepack.
According to the description, this is supposed to ensure personalized and high-quality sound. But users were prompted to pay twenty dollars when trying to activate this option. The whole situation subsequently began to be analyzed on social networks, where players practice this labeled Pay-to-Hear. While the idea of paying for better audio in a premium game may sound like something that can hardly be accepted, it’s actually something else.
The core of the problem and a certain misunderstanding is the implementation of technology from Embody, which deals with surround sound processing. However, it is not true that in the case of the new Call of Duty you would have to pay to use the enhanced surround sound from Embody. Solutions from this company you can turn it on for free in the game settings via Enhanced Headphone Mode.
The paid item criticized by players only applies to the one already mentioned additional package Immerse Gamepack. For twenty dollars, it offers, beyond the free version, the creation of a personal physiological profile, which is supposed to contribute to a maximally personalized sound.
It is therefore rather Activision-authorized an advertisement by Embodywhich can sell its product through Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, which, according to the description, is intended more for true audio enthusiasts and owners of exclusive headphones. So it’s not something casual gamers should get excited about.
However, she could undoubtedly be described as at least slightly controversial implementing this paid package into the game settingswhich may at least confuse or offend some users. Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is available on PC and PlayStation 4 consoles, PlayStation 5Xbox One a Xbox Series X/S.
