"Call of Duty Bans 135,000 Accounts, Fans Remain Skeptical"

Call of Duty is currently navigating turbulent waters, and it's not just the declining player numbers (as seen on SteamDB) that are causing concern. As the second season of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 approaches, the developers have been vocal about their efforts to combat cheating. Since the ranked mode was introduced in November 2024, they've suspended over 136,000 accounts, and the team is continuously working to enhance their anti-cheat systems.

In addition to tackling cheaters, the developers have pledged to improve server configurations, aiming for a better connection quality in the future. However, these assurances are met with skepticism. The situation is dire enough that well-known content creators are publicly questioning the developers' claims, while Reddit is brimming with posts from players who report no noticeable 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) turning into buzzwords of discontent. This crisis of trust is stark, leaving it uncertain whether Activision can effectively address these issues and restore player confidence.