How Xbox's MW4 Ad Affects Your Custom Background
This move signals that Xbox is willing to sacrifice user personalization for promotional visibility, and with ad-supported cloud gaming and EA's in-game ad platform on the horizon, players should expe…
This move signals that Xbox is willing to sacrifice user personalization for promotional visibility, and with ad-supported cloud gaming and EA's in-game ad platform on the horizon, players should expe…
Key points - Microsoft launched a takeover ad for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on Xbox. - The ad overrides players' custom backgrounds, forcing them to see the promo. - Players can disable it via Settings > General > Personalization > My Background. - Xbox is testing a free, ad-supported version of Xbox Cloud Gaming. - EA has introduced EA Advertising to insert ads directly into gameplay.
Timeline - MW4 release day: Xbox players notice takeover ad hijacks custom backgrounds. - Same day: Players discover toggle to disable event-themed backgrounds. - Recently: Xbox begins testing ad-supported cloud gaming tier. - Recently: EA debuts EA Advertising platform for in-game ads.
FAQ
Q: How do I remove the Modern Warfare 4 ad from my Xbox background? A: Go to Settings > General > Personalization > My Background and uncheck 'Show event-themed backgrounds.' That will disable the takeover ad and restore your custom background.
Q: Why is Xbox showing these ads? A: Microsoft often promotes big first-party launches with takeover ads. The company is also exploring more advertising to offset rising development costs, as stated by Xbox's chief strategy officer.
Q: Is Modern Warfare 4 worth playing? A: Early reviews are positive, with an 84 on Metacritic. The game offers campaign, DMZ, and multiplayer modes, so it's worth checking out if you enjoy the series.
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