has a suite of fantastic options for those who prefer to play single-player, including a campaign mode that has been positively received by fans and critics alike, and the ability to play the multiplayer and zombies mode split-screen with a friend or alone with bots. However, while the majority of players will be able to enjoy all of this with a steady internet connection, some may prefer to play it offline.
Naturally, with becoming more popular than and, it's not hard to understand why all types of players would want to hop on and give it a try. However, with the gaming industry moving more towards online gaming, many may be concerned that has ditched its offline content. After all, both and had poor offline offerings.
It is impossible to play any of offline, including the single-player campaign and private matches against bots or a friend. Players will need a constant internet connection in order to enjoy any of content. Zombies, the multiplayer mode, and the aforementioned campaign all need an internet connection. This was explained on the Activision Support page for the game, which states:
You’ll need a continuous internet connection to play any game mode, including Campaign. If you’re on a console, Campaign can be played without a premium subscription service such as Game Pass Core or PlayStation Plus.
However, crucially, while the campaign does not require a PlayStation Plus or Xbox Game Pass Core subscription to be played, all the other modes do, even if playing solo against bots. So, if someone wants to hop into a split-screen match with their friend and play against bots — something that has been a feature of games for a long time — they'll need a PlayStation Plus or Game Pass Core subscription if playing on console. It's easily one of the worst features of , but Activision has its reasons.
According to the Activision Support page, the reason behind requiring a constant internet connection to play any of modes, including the single-player campaign, is “"
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