Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Fans Demand Changes to Player Collision Physics Amid Major Success
The latest title in the Call of Duty franchise, Black Ops 6, has set new records and become a massive hit, but not all feedback from players has been glowing. While the game has broken numerous records for Activision and Treyarch, including the highest number of players and matches played in its first 30 days, one persistent issue is causing frustration within the community: player collision.
Despite the overwhelming success of Black Ops 6, fans are “fed up” with the current state of the game’s collision mechanics. This feature, which has been present in previous Call of Duty titles, has left many players feeling like it’s more problematic than ever. For some, the constant interruptions caused by teammates blocking their path or knocking them off target has become unbearable.
On Reddit, players have been vocal about their grievances, with one user, DrLuciid, calling for Treyarch to “turn off collision with teammates.” They explained that while they enjoy the game overall, the collision mechanics are “just annoying,” making it difficult to play at their best. Fellow players echoed this sentiment, with BawjawzMcGraw stating that player collision this year feels “really bad” and negatively impacts their gameplay. Several users have noted that it feels even worse than in past titles, with some saying it’s “insane” this year.
The call for changes comes shortly after the return of the beloved Stakeout 24/7 playlist, which seems to exacerbate these collision issues. Players have shared frustrating stories, such as spawning in a small bathroom on the Stakeout map, only to be blocked by a teammate lying prone, rendering them unable to escape. One Reddit user, Archenemy09, summed it up: “You spawn behind someone lying prone, and you can’t get out.”
This controversy isn’t new to Call of Duty fans, as complaints about player collision often arise with each new release. While some titles, such as the Modern Warfare series, saw little backlash over the mechanic, others—like 2021’s Vanguard—also faced similar demands for collision removal. However, it appears that Black Ops 6’s collision issues have struck a chord more than ever, prompting fans to push for a fix.
Despite the overwhelming demand for adjustments, it remains to be seen whether Treyarch will address this issue, especially considering that Black Ops 6 has already enjoyed unprecedented success in the first month of its release. For now, players continue to hope for a solution that will smooth out their gaming experience and enhance their enjoyment of the highly anticipated title.
