In late January, a video surfaced online showcasing a tool that hackers can use to remove players from matches in Black Ops 6. The video was captured during the game's multiplayer beta, according to Activision's statement. They also confirmed that the vulnerability was patched before the official release of Black Ops 6 in November. Activision emphasized that the team continuously investigates issues related to such tools, and the video does not reflect the game's current state.

However, players have accused Activision of misleading them, arguing that hackers are still exploiting this utility. To back their claims, they presented a video showing the tool in action during a match on the Nuketown map, which was introduced to Black Ops 6 just a week after its launch.

According to Circana analysts, Black Ops 6 was the top-selling game in the United States last year. Remarkably, the Call of Duty franchise has held the top spot in the U.S. for 16 consecutive years. Meanwhile, EA Sports College Football 25, launched on consoles in July, emerged as the most played sports game in the country.

In 2024, U.S. gamers' overall spending saw a 1.1% year-over-year decline, attributed by Circana to reduced demand for hardware. However, there was a positive trend in spending on add-ons and services, which increased by 2% and 6%, respectively. Looking ahead, fans can anticipate the second season of Black Ops 6 and Warzone 2, set to launch on January 28 with a ninja theme and a crossover with the "Terminator" universe.