"STOP BUYING S**T FROM THE STORE" CoD Pro urges players to boycott Black Ops 6 in-game cosmetics as game issues remain unresolved

This article explores why the CoD pro made such a bold move by urging players to stop buying Black Ops 6 in-game cosmetics (Image via Activision)
Black Ops 6 is not in a good state at present (Image via Activision)

The quality of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone has been deteriorating, with lobbies swarming with cheaters, legitimate players facing unwarranted shadowbans, and even faulty in-game cosmetics. Addressing his frustration at the situation, @ZLaner, a CoD pro and content creator for @OpTic, recently posted on X, stating:

"STOP BUYING S**T FROM THE STORE."

Despite his love for CoD, ZLaner expressed his frustration over the state of the game, calling for players to stop purchasing in-game items. This article will delve into his post and explore the reasons behind his strong stance.


Reason why CoD Pro urged Black Ops 6 players to stop buying in-game cosmetics

According to @ZLaner, the game has been "broken for months," and someone needs to take action. He believes that urging players to stop purchasing in-game cosmetics is a necessary step to draw attention to the ongoing issues. ZLaner expressed concern over the lack of a direct response from the developers regarding these problems, which include cheaters, shadowbans, and faulty cosmetics.

He also encouraged his fans to make his clip go viral, hoping it would reach players who might not typically watch Call of Duty content. This way, more people can push for change.

In his statement, ZLaner admitted the current state of the game is disappointing. He even acknowledged that taking this bold step might jeopardize future invitations to CoD events but emphasized that it is necessary for the game's long-term health.

"I probably won’t be invited to any future COD events for this post but someone needs to say it. I love COD, I care more about the health/success of a game I’ve played since I was a kid than an invite to exclusive events. I truly believe this is the ONLY way to make them give a shit about the quality of their game, which is sad…"

This statement reveals ZLaner's love for Call of Duty, a title he has played since childhood. In fact, he believes that taking a stance against the current situation is crucial for the long-term health and success of the series, even if it comes at a personal cost.

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Conclusion

The current state of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone is disappointing, as the lobbies are overrun by cheaters and the game suffers from frequent crashes and freezes. These issues are game-breaking, and although developers have acknowledged them, the fixes have been slow to arrive. They announced that the crashing issues will be resolved next week and the Ricochet anti-cheat system will receive a significant upgrade in Season 2.

ZLaner's bold stance highlights the frustration shared by many in the community and serves as a wake-up call for the developers to address these problems promptly. His call to action could push the developers to prioritize the game's quality and regain the trust of their player base.

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Edited by Shraman Mitra
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