💨 Abstract

Microsoft is reportedly rethinking the future of the Call of Duty franchise due to the underperformance of Black Ops 7. Despite the game's popularity, its sales fell short of expectations, prompting Microsoft to consider changes to the franchise's monetization models and potentially merging studios like Sledgehammer to reduce costs. The inclusion of Call of Duty in Xbox Game Pass may have impacted sales, and Microsoft is looking for a more consistent revenue stream.

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