Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is facing significant challenges, as evidenced by declining player engagement and vocal criticism from prominent community figures. Top YouTubers are reporting a dramatic decrease in viewership and participation, with some abandoning content creation altogether. Even legendary competitive players are expressing their disappointment with the game's current state.

OpTic Scump, a highly influential Call of Duty personality, claims the franchise is in its worst condition ever. He attributes this largely to the premature launch of ranked mode, coupled with a malfunctioning anti-cheat system that has resulted in rampant cheating.

This sentiment is echoed by FaZe Swagg, who infamously rage-quit a live stream due to connectivity problems and switched to Marvel Rivals. His stream included a live counter showcasing the sheer number of cheaters encountered.

Adding to the woes is the substantial nerfing of the zombies mode, hindering the acquisition of desirable cosmetic items. The game is criticized for its abundance of cosmetic purchases, offering numerous ways to monetize without corresponding improvements to core gameplay. Considering the franchise's historically massive budgets, the current situation, while understandable, is undeniably troubling. Player patience is finite, and the game appears to be teetering on the brink of a critical juncture.