Summary
A new update forCall of Duty: WarzoneandModern Warfare 3and Warzone addresses a specific issue affecting Xbox Game Pass users amid ongoing concerns about cheating within the franchise. Despite theCall of Duty: Warzonedevelopers' continuous efforts to combat this persistent problem, instances of cheating continue to emerge, affecting gameplay and player experience.
AfterModern Warfare 3was released on Xbox Game Pass, players reported an increase in cheating. Some cheaters used the PC version from the Microsoft Store but appeared with an Xbox logo in-game. This is because the Microsoft Store version labels these players as Xbox users in lobbies, allowing PC cheaters to disguise their actions. Call of Duty explained that a recent issue with the RICOCHET Anti-Cheat system, which was fixed over the weekend, led to the spike in cheater reports. They assured players that the RICOCHET system can detect the actual platform each player is using, even if it’s not visible during gameplay.
In response,Call of Dutyhas now announced an update specifically designed to address the confusion caused by the mislabeling of platforms. The update modifies the in-game user interface to clearlydifferentiate between Xbox and PC players using Game Pass, aiming to eliminate the ambiguity that allowed PC cheaters to appear as Xbox users and enhance the detection and management of cheaters. The announcement was generally well-received by the fan base, with many players expressing relief and optimism about the new measures.
Call of Duty Players Question the Effectiveness of Anti-Cheat System
However, some players expressed concerns and questioned the effectiveness of the RICOCHET system, emphasizing the need for continued improvements to effectively combat cheating. While it remains to be seen what future stepsCall of Dutywill take to address cheating issues, it is worth noting that back in October 2023, whenModern Warfare 3was in beta, players reported similar problems. In response, the franchise assured the community that an enhanced version of RICOCHET Anti-Cheat would be implemented when the game officially launched on November 10.
Although the RICOCHET Anti-Cheat system hasn’t met all players' expectations,Call of Dutyis actively working to combat cheating. Recently, the franchise took action against two major cheat providers. Raging Nation announced its shutdown after a member received a legal notice from Activision, while Stealthware has also been targeted by the company. Additionally, earlier this year,Call of Dutyintroduced a unique method to tackle cheaters by closing the game application if aim assist is detected while using a mouse and keyboard.
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