New Call of Duty Tweet Sparks Outrage Amidst Ongoing Hacking Issues

Call of Duty Faces Backlash for Prioritizing Store Bundles Over Game Issues

Activision's recent promotion of a new Squid Game-themed store bundle has ignited a firestorm of criticism from the Call of Duty community. The tweet, boasting over 2 million views and thousands of angry replies, highlights a growing disconnect between Activision and its player base. The outrage stems from the company's perceived failure to address persistent and game-breaking issues plaguing both Warzone and Black Ops 6.

Since the October 25, 2024 release of Black Ops 6, the game, initially lauded by critics and players, has experienced a significant downturn. Professional players like Scump have publicly declared the franchise's current state as its worst ever. The primary complaints revolve around rampant cheating in Ranked Play, persistent server problems, and other debilitating bugs.

Activision's January 8th tweet promoting the new bundle, instead of acknowledging these widespread problems, has been interpreted by many as tone-deaf. Prominent figures like FaZe Swagg and CharlieIntel have joined the chorus of disapproval, highlighting the severity of the cheating problem and the absurdity of prioritizing cosmetic sales over fixing core gameplay. Player Taeskii voiced a common sentiment, vowing to boycott store purchases until the anti-cheat measures are improved.

This discontent is reflected in the game's dwindling player base. Steam statistics reveal a staggering 47% player drop-off for Black Ops 6 since its launch, strongly suggesting that the ongoing issues are driving players away. While data for PlayStation and Xbox remains unavailable, the Steam figures paint a concerning picture of the game's health. The combination of widespread cheating, server instability, and Activision's seemingly uncaring response is pushing many players to abandon the franchise entirely.