Call of Duty: Warzone Glitch Is Getting Players Suspended From Matches

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

A game-breaking bug in Call of Duty: Warzone is causing widespread frustration among players, particularly those participating in Ranked Play. The glitch triggers automatic suspensions following crashes caused by developer errors. This is leading to significant player backlash and underscores the urgent need for immediate developer intervention.

The Call of Duty franchise, despite its popularity, has recently faced intense criticism due to persistent glitches and cheating issues. While developers have implemented various fixes, including recent updates for Black Ops 6 and Warzone, the problems persist. A previous statement acknowledged shortcomings in anti-cheat and bug-fixing systems following the Black Ops 6 Season 1 launch.

The latest January Warzone update, intended to address existing problems, seems to have inadvertently introduced new ones. As highlighted by CharlieIntel on Twitter, a critical glitch in Ranked Play incorrectly interprets game crashes as intentional quits. This results in a 15-minute suspension and a 50 Skill Rating (SR) penalty, impacting player progression significantly. CoD content creator DougisRaw further emphasized the severity of the SR loss, which is crucial for determining competitive rank and end-of-season rewards.

Player Backlash Intensifies

The community's response has been overwhelmingly negative. Players express anger over lost win streaks and demand compensation for the SR losses incurred due to the glitch. The sentiment expressed ranges from frustration to outright condemnation of the game's current state, with some labeling it "ridiculously garbage." While game glitches are common, the frequency and impact of these issues in Black Ops 6 and Warzone, including a December shutdown, are raising serious concerns.

The recent player count decline in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 (nearly 50% on Steam, despite the recent Squid Game collaboration) further highlights the urgent need for effective action from the developers. Addressing these issues promptly is crucial for retaining and regaining players.