sc_shark
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It was EA who first announced cancellation of the Online Pass program, after they announced exclusive deals with Microsoft during the Xbox One's May 21st reveal. The reason for the cancellation of the Online Pass was because – at the time, before all the Fast & Furious 180s – Microsoft had a used game fee in place for publishers to utilize.
more to read: http://www.businessinsider.com/why-titanfall-is-exclusive-to-xbox-one-2014-1
so basically ea was counting on the drm and control of its product with sales,resales and such... i am surprised they did not alter exclusivity with the 180 microsoft did.. calling it a breach of contract.
it is kinda funny because i read that ea and microsoft are in bed together basically that ea is making a 30%share of xb1 profits.
this article touches on some of it.. iirc.
http://www.vg247.com/2014/01/29/tit...r-open-relationship-after-xbox-one-exclusive/