How To Disable Crossplay in Black Ops 6 on Xbox and PS5

The rise of cross-platform play has revolutionized online gaming, uniting the Call of Duty community in unprecedented ways. However, this convenience comes with a trade-off. This guide explains how to disable crossplay in Black Ops 6 and the implications of doing so.

Should You Disable Crossplay in Black Ops 6?

Disabling crossplay in Black Ops 6 presents a dilemma. While it offers the potential for a more level playing field, particularly for console players against PC users, it also significantly impacts matchmaking.

Many console players opt to disable crossplay to avoid the perceived advantage of PC players using mouse and keyboard controls, which offer superior precision. The presence of cheaters and hackers, despite anti-cheat measures like Ricochet, further fuels this desire. Disabling crossplay theoretically reduces encounters with these players.

However, the downside is a considerably smaller player pool, leading to longer matchmaking times and potentially less stable connections. Our experience shows that disabling crossplay often results in longer search times and less ideal gameplay experiences.

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How to Turn Off Crossplay in Black Ops 6

Disabling crossplay in Black Ops 6 is simple. Locate the Crossplay and Crossplay Communications toggles in the Account & Network settings. These settings are usually found at the top of the menu. Simply toggle the setting from "On" to "Off" using the X or A button. This can be done within Black Ops 6, Warzone, or the main Call of Duty HQ. Note that the image shows the setting accessed via Quick Settings after being favorited.

You might find the setting greyed out and unavailable at times. In certain modes, like Ranked Play, Call of Duty has previously mandated crossplay. While intended to promote fairness, this often had the opposite effect. Fortunately, crossplay disabling will be available in Season 2 of Black Ops 6, giving players more control in competitive modes.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.