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In a commendable move, Activision has taken decisive action against cheating and hacking in their popular titles Call of Duty (COD): Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone. Through a recent round of ban waves, they have successfully eradicated over 14,000 accounts engaged in these unfair practices. This has been a long-standing issue in live-service games, hindering players from enjoying a level playing field. The recent ban wave targets not just individual hackers but also developers of such cheat engines.
Activision Bans 14,000 COD Users
COD's official Twitter account recently made a significant announcement regarding their latest ban. The ban targeted cheat developers directly, thanks to new detection methods, resulting in a swift removal of 14,000 COD accounts within a 24-hour timeframe.
The recent massive ban shouldn't come as a surprise, considering the rigorous updates the Ricochet anti-cheat system has undergone. This comprehensive upgrade introduced several new features, including the 'Replay Investigation' tool and 'Hallucinations.'
While this ban wave may not have seemed as extensive as the one when Activision banned 90,000 accounts, it's important to note that the updated Ricochet system was still successful in detecting and banning 14,000 cheaters and hackers within a remarkably short span of 24 hours. With ongoing developments in progress, players are now a step closer to enjoying a better and fairer gameplay experience.
The timing of this ban wave couldn't have been better, as Activision is currently working on the highly anticipated fifth season of 2022's Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. Set to release on August 2, 2023, this new season is expected to feature a stricter anti-cheat system than ever before. Fans eagerly await the season 5 drop, which includes Call of Duty skins inspired by renowned artists like Nicki Minaj, Snoop Dogg, and 21 Savage, adding another layer of excitement to the upcoming release.
