CoD Bans 135K Accounts, Fans Skeptical

Call of Duty is currently navigating through challenging times, and it's not solely due to declining player numbers, as indicated by data from SteamDB. As the launch of the second season of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 approaches, the developers have been vocal about their ongoing efforts to combat cheating. Since the introduction of the ranked mode in November 2024, over 136,000 accounts have been suspended, and the team is continuously working to enhance their anti-cheat systems.

Additionally, the developers have announced improvements to server configurations, aiming to deliver superior connection quality in the future. However, these assurances have not been met with optimism from the community. The situation is dire when even prominent content creators are openly questioning the developers' claims, and Reddit threads are brimming with posts stating that players have yet to experience any tangible improvements in server quality or matchmaking.

The player base is showing signs of significant fatigue with Call of Duty, and terms like SBMM (Skill-Based Matchmaking) and EOMM (Engagement Optimized Matchmaking) have become sources of frustration within the community. This erosion of trust is palpable, and it remains uncertain how, or even if, Activision will be able to address these concerns effectively.