This guide explores the Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone Event Pass, a new system offering additional cosmetic rewards tied to limited-time events.
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Call of Duty's live-service model includes various reward systems, with the Battle Pass being a core feature. The Event Pass adds another progression path, focusing on limited-time events and offering unique cosmetic items.
What is the Event Pass in BO6 & Warzone?
The Event Pass features free and premium tiers, each with ten rewards themed around the current event. The premium pass costs 1,100 CoD Points (same price as the base Battle Pass) and unlocks additional rewards. The inaugural event, a Squid Game collaboration, showcased this with themed cosmetics.
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, making it attractive for players fully participating in themed events. Double XP weekends and tokens significantly boost progression. Faster-paced game modes and smaller maps also accelerate XP gain by increasing kill counts, scorestreaks, and objective completions.
Is BO6 & Warzone Premium Event Pass Worth It?
The premium Event Pass is a worthwhile investment for players who regularly complete the Battle Pass and are willing to spend extra on in-game content. The free tier provides a taste of the rewards, allowing players to assess whether the 1,100 CoD Point premium upgrade is justified, especially if they've already purchased the Battle Pass or store bundles.
Rewards are purely cosmetic. The purchase decision hinges on the value placed on exclusive event content. Collectors or completionists might find it appealing. Conversely, players who rarely finish the Battle Pass or prioritize store bundles might save their CoD Points.
The 1,100 CoD Point price tag, in addition to the Battle Pass and other premium content (store bundles priced at 2,400 and 3,000 CoD Points), caused initial controversy. Exclusive collaborations, like the Squid Game event, often lock the most desirable content (e.g., themed Operators) behind paywalls, limiting free-to-play access.
Before purchasing the premium Event Pass, carefully consider whether a specific reward justifies the approximate cost of $10 / £8.39, or if those funds are better allocated elsewhere within Black Ops 6, Warzone, or another game.
