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Call of Duty: Warzone Bug Suspends Players

Jan 18,25(3 months ago)
Call of Duty: Warzone Bug Suspends Players

Call of Duty: Warzone Glitch Causes Unfair Suspensions and Player Outrage

A significant bug in Call of Duty: Warzone is causing widespread frustration among players, particularly those participating in Ranked Play. The problem stems from a developer error that triggers game crashes, leading to automatic suspensions. This isn't just a minor inconvenience; players are receiving 15-minute bans and a 50 Skill Rating (SR) penalty for each instance.

The Call of Duty franchise, despite its popularity, has recently faced intense criticism due to persistent glitches and cheating issues. While developers have attempted to address these problems, including improvements to anti-cheat measures and bug fixes in a recent Black Ops 6 and Warzone update, the January update appears to have introduced new problems.

As reported by CharlieIntel on Twitter, a glitch in Ranked Play mistakenly interprets game crashes (resulting from dev errors) as intentional quits. This results in the aforementioned 15-minute suspension and SR penalty, severely impacting player progression. CoD content creator DougisRaw further highlighted the severity of the SR loss, emphasizing its impact on competitive rankings and end-of-season rewards.

Player Backlash and the Urgent Need for Developer Action

The player response has been overwhelmingly negative. Players are expressing anger over lost win streaks and demanding compensation for the SR losses incurred due to the glitch. The overall sentiment reflects significant dissatisfaction with the game's current state, with some players using harsh language to describe the situation.

This issue is particularly concerning in light of recent reports showing a dramatic decrease in player numbers for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, with almost a 50% drop on platforms like Steam. This decline, despite the recent release of new content including a Squid Game collaboration, underscores the urgent need for developers to swiftly address the game's ongoing technical problems and restore player confidence. The current situation highlights a critical need for immediate action to prevent further player attrition.

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