Black Ops 6 Rumored to Launch Exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2

by John Nowacky
in News, PC, Playstation, Release, XBOX
on 25 May 2024

A recent report by Insider Gaming has shed some light on the upcoming release of Treyarch’s Call of Duty Black Ops 6. According to the report, the highly anticipated game may skip its release on the existing Nintendo Switch console and instead debut exclusively on the next-generation Switch 2.

This news comes as a disappointment to Nintendo fans who were eagerly awaiting the release of Black Ops 6 on their favorite gaming platform. However, it seems that they may have to wait until 2025 when the Switch 2 is expected to launch.

Last year, Microsoft and Nintendo signed a 10-year deal to bring Call of Duty games to Nintendo’s portable gaming devices, making this latest report quite surprising. It remains to be seen whether this exclusivity deal will extend to the next-generation Switch console.

While fans eagerly await an official update from Activision, more details about Black Ops 6 are expected to be revealed during the Xbox Showcase event on June 9, 2024. Hopefully, this event will provide some clarity on the situation and shed light on the future of the Call of Duty franchise on Nintendo devices.

In other news, it seems that Black Ops 6 will still be available on the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One consoles, as well as the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. GameStop recently listed pre-order prices for the game on its website, indicating that players on various consoles, including last-generation devices, will have the opportunity to enjoy the new installment of the popular shooter franchise.

For the latest updates on Call of Duty Black Ops 6 and other gaming news, stay tuned to Sportskeeda.

Additional Facts:
– The Nintendo Switch 2 is rumored to have upgraded hardware and improved graphics capabilities compared to the current Nintendo Switch.
– Treyarch is known for developing previous installments of the Call of Duty Black Ops series, including Black Ops 4 and Black Ops Cold War.
– The Call of Duty franchise is one of the most popular and successful video game franchises, known for its intense first-person shooter gameplay and multiplayer modes.

Important Questions and Answers:
1. Will Call of Duty Black Ops 6 be released exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2?
– It is currently rumored that the game will be exclusive to the next-generation Switch console, but an official confirmation has not been made.

2. When is the expected release date for the Nintendo Switch 2?
– The Switch 2 is expected to launch in 2025, according to the report.

Key Challenges or Controversies:
1. Disappointment for Nintendo fans: The potential exclusion of Black Ops 6 on the existing Nintendo Switch may disappoint fans who were hoping to play the game on their favorite gaming platform.

2. Exclusivity deals and partnerships: The 10-year deal between Microsoft and Nintendo to bring Call of Duty games to Nintendo’s portable devices raises questions about whether this agreement will extend to the next-generation Switch console.

Advantages:
– Enhanced gaming experience: If Black Ops 6 does release exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2, players can expect improved graphics and potentially new features due to the upgraded hardware.

Disadvantages:
– Limited access for Nintendo Switch owners: Those who own the current Nintendo Switch would not be able to play Black Ops 6 if it is exclusive to the next-generation console.
– Potential competition between consoles: Exclusivity deals can generate competition among console manufacturers, which may divide the player base and limit cross-platform play opportunities.