New Call of Duty Tweet Sparks Outrage Amidst Ongoing Hacking Issues

Call of Duty Under Fire: Ignoring Game Issues While Promoting New Bundles

Activision's recent promotional tweet for a new Squid Game-themed store bundle has ignited a furious backlash from the Call of Duty community. The tweet, boasting over 2 million views and thousands of angry replies, highlights a growing disconnect between Activision and its player base. The outcry centers on Activision's apparent prioritization of in-game purchases over addressing critical, ongoing issues plaguing Warzone and Black Ops 6.

Both games are currently suffering from a range of debilitating problems, most notably rampant cheating in Ranked Play. This, coupled with persistent server issues, has led to widespread frustration. Prominent Call of Duty players, including Scump, have publicly declared the franchise's current state as its worst ever. The community's anger is amplified by Activision's continued promotion of new store bundles, perceived as tone-deaf to the player experience.

Activision's Controversial Tweet

On January 8th, Activision used the official Call of Duty Twitter account to promote a Squid Game VIP bundle. This promotional strategy backfired spectacularly, with players accusing Activision of failing to "read the room." The timing of the announcement, amidst widespread reports of hacking and server instability, fueled the controversy.

Player Backlash and Exodus

The response was immediate and overwhelmingly negative. Content creators like FaZe Swagg echoed the sentiment, urging Activision to address the core gameplay issues. CharlieIntel highlighted the broken state of Ranked Play, noting the absurdity of prioritizing bundles over fixing fundamental gameplay. Many players, including Taeskii, vowed to boycott future purchases until the anti-cheat measures are significantly improved.

The impact extends beyond angry tweets. Steam player counts for Black Ops 6 have plummeted since its October 2024 release, with a staggering 47% drop. While data for PlayStation and Xbox remains unavailable, this significant decline strongly suggests widespread player dissatisfaction and desertion, likely driven by the persistent issues and Activision's seemingly indifferent response. The future of Call of Duty hangs in the balance as the community demands action.