The arrival of Call of Duty: WWII on Xbox Game Pass has sparked an incredible revival for the eight-year-old title, propelling it into the top 10 most-played games on the platform. However, this success story isn't mirrored on PC, where players are battling persistent hacking issues that threaten to undermine the experience.

Since its addition to Microsoft's subscription service on July 30, the World War II shooter has experienced a staggering 1,000% increase in player count on Xbox consoles. Data from TrueAchievements reveals the game's remarkable jump from 163rd to 9th place in popularity rankings, now competing with recent releases like Black Ops 6.

The PC version tells a different story, with rampant cheating creating a frustrating environment for legitimate players. Many in the community are advising newcomers to avoid the PC version until Activision implements effective anti-cheat measures. This disparity highlights the ongoing challenges of maintaining fair play in older multiplayer titles.

Interestingly, leaked information has surfaced about scrapped content for WWII, including a battle royale mode that predated Warzone. This revelation adds to the game's legacy, showing how Sledgehammer Games experimented with concepts that would later define the franchise.

With Microsoft's acquisition of Activision, the strong performance of Call of Duty: WWII on Game Pass suggests we may see more classic entries from the franchise joining the service. This could mark the beginning of a new era for preserving and revitalizing older Call of Duty titles through subscription gaming.