Players Beware: Warzone Glitch Triggers Suspensions

Call of Duty: Warzone's Ranked Play plagued by game-crashing glitch leading to unfair suspensions.

A significant bug in Call of Duty: Warzone's Ranked Play mode is causing widespread frustration among players. A developer error results in game crashes, which are falsely interpreted as intentional quits, leading to automatic 15-minute suspensions and a 50 Skill Rating (SR) penalty.

This issue, highlighted by CharlieIntel and DougisRaw, is particularly damaging as SR directly impacts player rank and end-of-season rewards. The loss of SR, compounded across multiple matches, severely hinders competitive progression. Player outrage is mounting, with many expressing anger over lost win streaks and demanding compensation for SR losses. Comments range from disappointment to scathing criticism of the game's current state.

The problem underscores ongoing issues within the Call of Duty franchise, which has faced criticism for persistent glitches and cheating problems in recent months. While developers have implemented updates and anti-cheat measures, the January Warzone update seems to have introduced new problems, including this critical Ranked Play flaw. This, coupled with recent reports of a significant player count drop in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 (nearly 50% on Steam), emphasizes the urgent need for immediate and effective developer intervention to address these persistent issues and retain players. The situation highlights the serious impact of technical glitches on player experience and the competitive integrity of the game.