Call of Duty is currently navigating through challenging times, and it's not just due to the decline in player numbers, as indicated by SteamDB statistics. As the second season of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 approaches, the developers have shared updates on their ongoing battle against cheaters. Since the introduction of the ranked mode in November 2024, they've suspended over 136,000 accounts, and the team is continuously working to enhance their anti-cheat measures.
Additionally, the developers have announced improvements to server configurations, promising enhanced connection quality in the future. However, these assurances are met with skepticism. The situation is dire when prominent content creators publicly question the developers' claims, and Reddit is brimming with posts from players who have yet to experience any tangible improvements in server quality or matchmaking.
The community's frustration with Call of Duty is palpable, with terms like SBMM (Skill-Based Matchmaking) and EOMM (Engagement Optimized Matchmaking) now considered curses among players. This crisis of trust is evident, and it remains uncertain how, or even if, Activision will be able to address and resolve these issues effectively.
