Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is facing a significant player exodus, raising serious concerns about the game's future. High-profile streamers and competitive players are openly expressing their disappointment, citing a range of issues contributing to the decline.
Call of Duty legend, OpTic Scump, has declared the franchise's current state as its worst ever. He attributes much of the problem to the premature release of the ranked mode, exacerbated by a malfunctioning anti-cheat system leading to rampant cheating.
This sentiment is echoed by FaZe Swagg, who dramatically switched to Marvel Rivals during a live stream after encountering numerous connectivity issues and hackers. His stream even included a live counter tracking the number of cheaters encountered.
Adding fuel to the fire, the game's zombies mode has been significantly nerfed, impacting the acquisition of coveted camouflage skins. Meanwhile, the influx of cosmetic items is perceived as prioritizing monetization over meaningful gameplay improvements. This situation, while understandable given the franchise's massive budgets, is undeniably alarming. Player patience is finite, and the game appears to be teetering on the brink of a major crisis.