Call of Duty faces significant challenges, extending beyond simply dwindling player counts (as indicated by SteamDB). Prior to the launch of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6's second season, developers addressed their ongoing battle against cheaters, revealing over 136,000 account suspensions since the November 2024 introduction of ranked mode. Further anti-cheat enhancements are underway.
Simultaneously, the developers announced server configuration improvements aimed at enhancing connection quality. However, this announcement hasn't been met with widespread enthusiasm. Leading content creators are publicly questioning the developers' claims, and Reddit discussions reflect player skepticism regarding any noticeable improvements in server performance or matchmaking.
Player frustration with Call of Duty is mounting, with terms like SBMM (Skill-Based Matchmaking) and EOMM (Engagement Optimized Matchmaking) becoming common criticisms. This erosion of trust is undeniable, and Activision's ability to effectively address the situation remains uncertain.
