Does Black Ops 6 have skill-based damage? Possibilities explored

Does Black Ops 6 have skill-based damage? This question has been circulating online since the title's release on October 25, 2024. Skill-based damage refers to a rumored system in the game where a player's skill level could affect weapon damage. However, there's no official confirmation or indication that skill-based damage is implemented in the shooter.

If BO6 were to introduce this concept, it would be groundbreaking, as it hasn't been used in any previous titles in the Call of Duty franchise.

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Black Ops 6 players concerned about inconsistent damage output

Many Black Ops 6 players claim there is inconsistent damage output in the game (Image via Activision)

Recently, many players have reported inconsistent damage output in Black Ops 6. Common complaints include shooting at enemies and using up entire magazines without causing significant damage.

Social media platforms like Reddit are filled with discussions about skill-based damage in Black Ops 6. However, the developers have not mentioned this mechanic as being part of the game. In fact, the official website contradicts this idea.

On April 4, 2024, an official COD blog post provided information about skill-based matchmaking in Black Ops 6 and other Call of Duty titles. The FAQ section clearly states that damage is not affected by matchmaking:

"Does the Call of Duty matchmaking process impact any in-game elements such as hit registration, player visibility, aim assist, damage, et cetera? No. Our matchmaking process does not impact gameplay elements."

While Black Ops 6 has skill-based matchmaking, that's where it ends. According to the game's website, mechanics like damage output do not change based on individual player ranks.

Players' concerns are genuine, and damage inconsistencies may be caused by issues such as latency or network problems. However, not all instances can be explained by these potential causes.

Perhaps the shooter needs more polishing to phase out damage and hit-registration inconsistencies, providing a more positive gaming experience. The game is still new and will likely improve over time.