Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is facing a significant downturn, according to prominent YouTubers and competitive players. A noticeable decline in player engagement has led some content creators to abandon the game entirely. Veteran players are openly expressing their disappointment.
OpTic Scump, a legendary Call of Duty player, claims the franchise is in its worst state ever. He attributes this largely to the premature launch of ranked mode, coupled with a severely flawed anti-cheat system resulting in rampant cheating.
FaZe Swagg, another popular streamer, dramatically switched to Marvel Rivals during a live broadcast, frustrated by persistent connectivity problems and a high rate of encountering hackers. He even incorporated a live counter tracking cheaters encountered in his stream.
Adding to the woes is the significant nerfing of the zombies mode, hindering the acquisition of desirable cosmetic items, and an overwhelming number of cosmetic purchases available. Critics argue the focus has shifted towards monetization at the expense of substantial gameplay improvements. Considering the franchise's historically massive budgets, this situation, while understandable, is deeply troubling. Player loyalty has limits, and the game appears to be approaching a critical juncture.
