Call of Duty: WWII Removed from PC Game Pass Due to Hacking Concerns
▼ Summary
– Activision took the PC version of Call of Duty: WWII offline shortly after its Game Pass release due to hacking claims.
– The hacks involved RCE (Remote Code Execution) attacks, allowing hackers to take control of players’ PCs, similar to an incident with Dark Souls 3 in 2022.
– Players shared clips on social media showing RCE attacks during multiplayer matches, raising awareness before the game was pulled.
– Activision’s statement on Twitter only mentioned investigating “an issue” without acknowledging the security risks or providing a timeline for the game’s return.
– Other Call of Duty games remain available, including Black Ops 6, Warzone with Season 4 Reloaded content, and Call of Duty Mobile featuring a Gundam crossover.
Call of Duty: WWII has been abruptly pulled from PC Game Pass following alarming reports of security vulnerabilities. Activision removed the 2017 title shortly after its addition to the subscription service, though the company hasn’t provided detailed explanations about the specific threats. Players quickly noticed something far worse than typical cheating – hackers appeared to be executing remote code attacks capable of compromising entire systems.
The situation echoes past incidents like the Dark Souls 3 security breach in 2022, where similar exploits forced developers to temporarily disable online features. Social media erupted with disturbing footage, including one widely shared clip from player Wrioh, demonstrating how hackers could seize control of PCs mid-match. Unlike standard aimbots or wallhacks, these RCE (Remote Code Execution) vulnerabilities pose serious risks beyond competitive integrity.
Activision’s official statement remained vague, with a July 4 tweet confirming only that the PC version was taken offline for investigation. No timeline was given for its potential return. Meanwhile, fans still have alternatives, including Black Ops 6 and Warzone, which recently introduced Season 4 Reloaded content featuring cel-shaded maps and a quirky Beavis and Butt-Head crossover. Call of Duty Mobile also continues its Gundam-themed limited-time events.
Looking ahead, Black Ops 7 is slated for release later this year across all major platforms, with a full reveal expected this summer. For now, WWII remains unavailable as developers work to address these critical security flaws.
(Source: GameSpot)
