Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is facing a significant downturn, with prominent YouTubers and professional players expressing serious concerns. The game's declining player base is prompting some creators to abandon content creation for Activision's title.
Call of Duty legend, OpTic Scump, has declared the franchise's current state as its worst ever. He attributes this largely to the premature release of ranked mode, coupled with a malfunctioning anti-cheat system resulting in rampant cheating.
Streamer FaZe Swagg dramatically switched from Black Ops 6 to Marvel Rivals during a live broadcast, fueled by frustration over connectivity problems and pervasive hacking. His stream even incorporated a live counter showcasing the frequency of cheater encounters.
Adding to the woes is the significant nerfing of the zombies mode, impacting the acquisition of desirable camouflage skins, and the overwhelming number of cosmetic items. Critics argue that the focus has shifted towards monetization rather than substantial gameplay enhancements. This situation, while perhaps understandable given the franchise's history and large budgets, is nonetheless alarming. Player patience is finite, and the game appears to be teetering on the brink of a critical juncture.