Some Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 players are taking matters into their own hands, choosing to exit unbalanced matches in hopes of finding more equitable lobbies. Matchmaking has been a persistent concern since the game's release, and now, players are experimenting with a potential solution.
From the earliest days of online Call of Duty multiplayer, certain issues have plagued the experience. Respawns, sometimes placing players directly in enemy crosshairs, remain a recurring frustration. Another long-standing challenge is matchmaking. While the system has evolved, opinions on its efficacy are divided. Some veteran players reminisce about the days of randomized matchmaking in classic titles, while others appreciate being paired with players of similar skill levels.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 players continue to express their discontent with the game's matchmaking mechanics in online forums.
One player recently suggested a tactic to circumvent the game's engagement-optimized matchmaking (EOMM) system: leaving matches perceived as unfairly difficult. The logic is that after several consecutive wins, the EOMM system places players in lobbies with higher-skilled opponents, often resulting in what the community refers to as "sweat lobbies" – intensely competitive matches. While some players claim this method has yielded positive results, others worry that it might lead to smaller lobbies and longer wait times.
Trading Losses for Potentially Easier Matches in Black Ops 6
While leaving a match results in a loss, some believe it's a preferable alternative to potentially damaging their in-game statistics, particularly their kill-death ratio. Other players have resorted to intentionally underperforming, effectively throwing matches, but this negatively impacts their teammates even more drastically. Conversely, some argue that adapting one's playstyle to the higher difficulty and competing against better players ultimately improves skill.
The current EOMM system leaves many feeling trapped in matches they are destined to lose, contributing to the nostalgia for the randomized matchmaking of older Call of Duty titles. As Treyarch continues supporting Black Ops 6, optimizing the matchmaking system may become a pressing concern, especially if more players adopt the strategy of leaving challenging lobbies.
