Mastering the Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 & Warzone Event Pass: A Comprehensive Guide

Call of Duty's live-service model introduces various systems for unlocking cosmetic rewards. Central to this is the Battle Pass, complemented by the newer Event Pass, offering additional progression for limited-time events. This guide details the Event Pass functionality and helps you decide if the premium version is worthwhile.

What is the Event Pass in BO6 & Warzone?

The Event Pass in Black Ops 6 and Warzone provides a progression system tied to specific in-game events. It features free and premium tiers, each with 10 rewards themed to the event. The premium tier costs 1,100 CoD Points (same as the base Battle Pass) and unlocks additional rewards. The Squid Game collaboration showcased this, offering cosmetics based on the Netflix series.

Progress is earned through XP, similar to other progression systems. Completing all tiers awards a Mastery Reward, often a new weapon or Operator. Unlike challenge-based systems, the Event Pass streamlines reward acquisition, particularly beneficial for players fully engaging with themed events. Double XP weekends and tokens significantly accelerate progress. Playing fast-paced modes on smaller maps boosts XP gain through higher kill counts, scorestreaks, and objective completions.

Is the BO6 & Warzone Premium Event Pass Worth It?

The premium Event Pass is a worthwhile investment for players who consistently complete the Battle Pass and are comfortable with in-game spending. The free tier offers rewards, allowing evaluation before upgrading to premium for 1,100 CoD Points. This decision hinges on the value placed on exclusive event content.

Rewards are purely cosmetic. Consider if a specific reward justifies the cost (approximately $10 / £8.39) compared to other Black Ops 6, Warzone content, or alternative games. The premium Event Pass's cost, added to the Battle Pass and potentially expensive store bundles, has sparked controversy. Exclusive collaborations, such as the Squid Game event, often lock desirable content (like themed Operators) behind paywalls, limiting free-to-play access and full event participation. Carefully weigh the cost against your budget and the desirability of the specific rewards before purchasing.