"Black Ops 6 Cheaters Eject Players, Activision's Fix Claims Debunked"

A video surfaced online in late January, demonstrating a tool used by hackers to remove players from matches in the Black Ops 6 multiplayer beta. Activision responded, confirming that the video was from the beta phase and that the vulnerability had been addressed before the game's official release in November. They emphasized that the video does not reflect the current state of the game, as the team continuously investigates reports of such utilities.

However, players have accused Activision of dishonesty, claiming that hackers are still using the tool. They provided a video as evidence, showing the utility in action during a match on the Nuketown map, which was introduced to Black Ops 6 a week after its launch.

Black Ops 6 was the top-selling game in the US last year, according to Circana analysts. The Call of Duty series has maintained its position as the top-ranked game in the United States for 16 consecutive years. Meanwhile, EA Sports College Football 25, released on consoles in July, became the most played sports game in the country.

In 2024, U.S. gamers' spending saw a 1.1% decrease year over year, attributed by Circana to reduced hardware demand. However, spending on add-ons and services increased by 2% and 6%, respectively. Looking ahead, the second season of Black Ops 6 and Warzone 2, featuring a ninja theme and a crossover with the "Terminator" universe, is set to premiere on January 28.