Xbox head reveals Call of Duty will have no exclusive content after Activision deal goes through

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According to a recent statement from Xbox Head Phil Spencer, the highly popular video game franchise Call of Duty will not offer exclusive content on any gaming platform following Microsoft's acquisition of Activision. Previously, Microsoft had declared its plan to acquire Activision Blizzard for a whopping $68.7 billion.

The deal has been controversial, and although the acquisition hasn't gone through yet, many big names in the industry are against it. They deem it to be anti-competitive and against the interests of gamers. However, Microsoft has constantly been making moves implying that its objectives align with consumers' interests.

In a recent interview with Xbox On, Phil Spencer shared some fascinating insights into the exclusivity status of the Call of Duty franchise after Activision's acquisition by Microsoft. He revealed that COD will be available on all platforms simultaneously, without any exclusive content tied to a particular system.

Spencer also mentioned the example of Hogwarts Legacy, which has certain quests available only on the PlayStation system. He expressed his belief that this kind of exclusive content is unfair to gamers and goes against the principles of inclusivity. According to Spencer, all gamers should be able to enjoy a title to its fullest extent, regardless of the system they choose to play the game on.

The Call of Duty franchise has enjoyed a longstanding partnership with PlayStation, including exclusive content such as early access and free DLC packs. This arrangement has given PlayStation a significant advantage over other gaming consoles, as many COD players have remained loyal to the platform.

For years, PlayStation has used this partnership to draw in Call of Duty players eager to get