Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is facing significant challenges, according to prominent YouTubers and competitive players. A noticeable decline in player engagement has prompted some creators to cease content production for the game, while others openly express their disappointment.

Veteran Call of Duty player, OpTic Scump, claims the franchise is in its worst state ever, primarily blaming the premature release of ranked mode. He highlights the ineffective anti-cheat system as the main culprit, leading to rampant cheating and negatively impacting gameplay.

Streamer FaZe Swagg dramatically switched to Marvel Rivals during a live broadcast, frustrated by persistent connectivity problems and an overwhelming number of hackers. His stream even displayed a live counter tracking hacker encounters.

Further compounding the issues is the significant nerfing of the zombies mode, hindering the acquisition of desirable camouflage skins, and the overwhelming influx of cosmetic items. Critics argue that Activision has prioritized monetization over meaningful gameplay improvements. This situation, while perhaps understandable given the franchise's massive budget, raises serious concerns. Player patience is finite, and the game appears to be nearing a critical juncture.