The Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 multiplayer beta, which kicked off on October 2, unfortunately, saw an immediate influx of cheaters. This is a common challenge in popular online games, and Call of Duty, with its massive player base, is always a prime target for those trying to exploit the system.
However, Activision quickly provided an update on their anti-cheat efforts. They reported that an astounding 97% of all detected cheaters during the early-access beta were removed from the game within just 30 minutes of signing in. Even more remarkably, less than 1% of individuals attempting to cheat actually managed to join a match, and those few were swiftly booted ‘within minutes.’
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Activision’s dedicated anti-cheat squad, Ricochet, emphasized their upgraded systems. They stated, “Cheaters were expected. But our upgraded systems caught them faster than ever, powered by strengthened TPM 2.0 checks and automated systems helping to eliminate a large number of attempts to cheat. Those who did manage to slip through didn’t last long. Most never made it into a match.” This indicates a significant leap in their defensive capabilities.
While clips of cheaters circulated online during the Black Ops 7 beta, Activision assured players that they had already taken action against most of those accounts before they gained traction on social media. Their team is actively monitoring, reacting in real-time, and constantly learning from every new cheating attempt. They promise that by launch, every layer of protection will be fully operational, and Ricochet’s defenses will only continue to evolve and strengthen.
Beyond in-game enforcement, Activision has also been proactively targeting cheat developers and resellers, contributing directly to the closure of over 40 such operations since Black Ops 6 first launched. They confirmed that vendors seen sharing cheat clips during the beta were already on their radar and would face action beyond just in-game bans.
Activision acknowledged that the TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot requirements for the Black Ops 7 beta might feel ‘disruptive’ to some players. However, they stressed that these measures are crucial for ensuring a secure and fair experience for everyone, expressing appreciation for players’ patience and cooperation in strengthening PC protections.
The Black Ops 7 beta is now accessible for all players following its early-access phase. In response to community feedback, Activision also introduced a fan-requested non-SBMM (Skill-Based Matchmaking) playlist.
For those eager to dive deeper, you can also explore:
* All guns, weapons, and perks available at Black Ops 7 launch.
* All multiplayer maps available at Black Ops 7 launch.
* All multiplayer modes for the Black Ops 7 beta and full launch.
An image gallery titled ‘All Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 Guns, Weapons, And Perks Available At Launch’ showcases various in-game visuals, including weapon models and gameplay screenshots, offering a detailed look at the arsenal and action players can expect. There are eight preview images available, with an option to ‘See More’ to view the full gallery.