Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is facing a significant player exodus, raising concerns about the franchise's future. High-profile streamers and competitive players are expressing alarm at the game's declining popularity, citing several key issues.
OpTic Scump, a Call of Duty legend, claims the game is in its worst state ever, primarily due to the premature release of ranked mode. The ineffective anti-cheat system has resulted in rampant cheating, severely impacting gameplay and player enjoyment.
FaZe Swagg dramatically switched to Marvel Rivals during a live stream, fueled by frustration over persistent connectivity problems and an overwhelming number of hackers, even using an on-screen counter to track encounters.
Further compounding the problems is the significant nerfing of the zombies mode, hindering the acquisition of desirable cosmetic items, and an oversaturation of cosmetic microtransactions. Critics argue that Activision has focused on monetization rather than substantial gameplay improvements. This situation, despite the franchise's historically massive budgets, is causing significant concern. Player patience is wearing thin, and the game appears to be teetering on the brink of a major crisis.
