Underrated Call of Duty Game Joins Game Pass Today
▼ Summary
– Call of Duty: WWII is now available on Game Pass for all tiers, including Standard, Ultimate, and PC Game Pass.
– Released in 2017 by Sledgehammer Games, it was the first WWII-themed Call of Duty since 2008 and features memorable missions like the D-Day sequence.
– The campaign follows Ronald “Red” Daniels, with no health regeneration, and includes voice acting by actors like Josh Duhamel and Jonathan Tucker.
– The game is known for its Headquarters social space, similar to Destiny’s Tower, and a simplified “Divisions” multiplayer system, plus a Nazi Zombies mode.
– Season 4 Reloaded for Black Ops 6 and Warzone launches July 2, while Black Ops 7, featuring Milo Ventimiglia, is coming later this year.
Game Pass subscribers have a new reason to celebrate today as the critically underrated Call of Duty: WWII joins the service. Available across console and PC platforms, the 2017 shooter is accessible to all Game Pass tiers, including the more affordable Standard option. This marks a significant addition for fans of the franchise looking to revisit or discover one of its most immersive entries.
Developed by Sledgehammer Games, Call of Duty: WWII brought the series back to its roots with a gripping World War II setting—the first since 2008’s World at War. The campaign stands out with cinematic moments like the harrowing D-Day landing sequence, reminiscent of Saving Private Ryan, and a nerve-wracking undercover mission in Nazi-occupied Paris. Players assume the role of Private Ronald “Red” Daniels, supported by a squad featuring performances from actors like Josh Duhamel and Jonathan Tucker. Unlike many modern shooters, the game strips away health regeneration, heightening the tension of every firefight.
Beyond its single-player experience, WWII introduced Headquarters, a social hub where players could interact, customize their loadouts, and even engage in spontaneous 1v1 duels. This feature, often compared to Destiny’s Tower, became a fan favorite, though Activision has yet to bring it back in subsequent titles. The multiplayer mode also shook things up with its streamlined Divisions system, replacing traditional create-a-class mechanics. And for those craving cooperative action, the game’s Nazi Zombies mode delivered plenty of undead-slaying thrills.
While Call of Duty: WWII earned a 9/10 in its original review for its polished gameplay and emotional storytelling, its arrival on Game Pass coincides with fresh CoD updates. The Black Ops 6 Season 4 Reloaded patch drops soon, introducing Beavis and Butt-Head as playable operators. Later this year, Black Ops 7 will continue the franchise’s momentum, with Gilmore Girls star Milo Ventimiglia joining the cast. For now, though, WWII offers a compelling reason to dive back into the trenches.
(Source: GAMESPOT)
