Over 136,000 Call of Duty Cheaters Banned Since Launch of Black Ops 6 and Warzone Ranked

Activision is taking a strong stand against cheating in Call of Duty, cutting out over 136,000 rule-breaking players from Black Ops 6 and Warzone. While seasoned players diving into the competitive scene might see this as just the tip of the iceberg, it’s undoubtedly positive news for the community hooked on this popular Xbox shooter.

Activision recently unveiled their strategy to combat unfair play in Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone 2.0. Their innovative Ricochet anti-cheat technology has been pivotal, identifying and banning those who indulge in unlawful gaming tactics. This includes players using aim bots and others who have consistently grouped with cheaters for undeserved boosts. Moreover, they addressed the issue of “malicious reporting,” reassuring the community that their system doesn’t fall prey to bulk report spam, whether through in-game features or illegal software.

Come January 28, with the start of Season 2, we can expect some exciting advancements. Activision plans to roll out revamped client and server-side detection systems, along with a major kernel-level driver update aimed at enhancing driver security and encryption. Looking further ahead to Season 3, preparations are underway for an entirely new system designed to verify genuine players and tackle cheating more effectively—though details remain under wraps for now.

For those who have been disheartened by rampant cheating in ranked Black Ops 6 matches, there’s a glimmer of hope. Console players will soon have the option to disable cross-play with PC users during ranked games, likely arriving in Season 2. This feature isn’t hitting the standard modes just yet, but it’s definitely a move in the right direction.

Are you a Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 or Warzone 2.0 ranked player? We’d love to hear your thoughts, so feel free to share your experiences in the comments below!