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"Skill issue" + "😂" + "stop complaining, play something else" + "get good" followed by offensive slurs. Such a constructive way of engaging! These people are easy to spot. The way they write, disconnected from the content, making assumptions about things no one ever said in the video. Their attention span barely lasts longer than 20 seconds. They see a title and thumbnail, immediately think, "That's not true," go into rage mode, drop a comment, and move on. It's all about fast, shallow engagement, like on TikTok, and they’ve already forgotten about it right after posting. It's crazy! I dont know who said it, but common sense is not common anymore. Thats pretty sad yea.

It’s all about behavioral engineering, though many deny it because they think it sounds too far-fetched. But if you take the time to look deeper and do some research, you’ll start seeing the patterns, and suddenly, it all makes more sense. While we don’t have solid proof yet, there’s definitely something going on-and it’s seriously messed up.

Excuse me? Where? You mean the BO6 gameplay? That is a gameplay from the first 2 weeks of the games launch, on my old account. Was a relatively low level account, and I would argue that in the first weeks, their SBMM/EOMM was not as strict. And if you are talking about MW3, thats just how MW3 plays for me. It is like there is no SBMM/EOMM at all, thats why I enjoy it. You can look at some other videos. BO6 is horrendous, almost unplayable for me, but MW3 is the best experience ever.

And even then, the casuals are slowly getting sick of it.

Oh, absolutely! EA has patents for systems like EOMM, and I think they were among the first to introduce it, especially in FIFA with pack openings. My last FIFA was 2007 by the way. But once you spend money, they pair you with others who’ve spent a similar amount-or slightly better opponents to push you to buy more packs. A friend of mine, who’s played FIFA forever, told me recently it feels different. He feels like he’s gotten worse, even though he’s improved. He plays FIFA since over 20 years. He noticed that when he’s winning, his players suddenly make weird mistakes, miss easy shots, or get injured, while the enemy team plays perfectly. After 2-3 wins, he knows a loss is coming and just logs off. And he never made a single purchase. Their patent is called "Multiplayer video game matchmaking optimization" - US20170259178A1 patents.google.com/patent/US20170259178A1/en The word "engagement" appears 134 times in that patent. And as far as I know, EA is a bit more open when it comes to being transparent. And their players know that they gotta spend to keep up, or you just dont invest money at all.

Because they are, the whole experience. Something has to change, because that is why so many people feel there is a shift in gaming. Because you do not play an authentic game anymore. It plays you. And more and more people realize that.

Its more like they gain new players with each release and they keep playing until there is a bad release but by that time there are new players coming in and so the cycle continues because these new players doesnt now how bad the game really is because they have nothing to compare it with.

I think thats the best you could have done! At least you have something from it - fun! And it lasts long! I also had some higher expectations for BO6 and their new movement, am totally honest. So they got me trying it, but I was not disappointed. Did not expect much!

I am German :)

@@xreve_ Dont you guys have three days of christmas?

@@TheZodiacRipper Yes, we do! In Germany, we have Christmas Eve, which is when we typically wish each other a Merry Christmas. Then we have the 1st Day of Christmas (December 25th) and the 2nd Day of Christmas (December 26th). Most people celebrate on the 25th, but technically, we have three days of Christmas here. It’s quite different across Europe, though. I didn’t even think about it before, but since most of my viewers are from the USA or Canada, they’re probably confused when I mention the “Second Day of Christmas.” Just realized that-haha!

Absolutely, no doubt about it! They even managed to get me curious enough to try it. I’ll never buy another COD again-no chance-but I gave it a shot, even after hesitating for two weeks because RUclips was flooded with justified bad reviews. What blows my mind is how they’ve handled it. They release MW2 without MW2 maps, then release MW3 with MW2 maps? That’s a total scam. Those maps should have been in MW2 from the start.

Yeah , the fact that they used Mw2 maps for Mw3 says it all. And those of us that remember the old Mw2 knows how many maps they added as dlc´s that kept the game fresh for 3 years and we paid only 40$ extra for that.

Oh yeah, absolutely. I was hooked too, no doubt about it! Especially MW2-it felt like the game rewarded me every day for improving. That was my motivation. I even spent half a year purely focused on trickshotting. Those were the good times. Now, everything feels manufactured. It’s not about having fun like it used to be-it’s about keeping you hooked. You don’t play COD because you want to; you play because it feels like you have to. Their shady algorithms and machine learning create tailored experiences to keep players engaged, but once you realize that, the fun disappears. You’re not in control-they are. What’s frustrating is how they manipulate the experience. They’ll let you get crushed, frustrate you, and then ease things up just enough to keep you going. It’s a cycle, and I can’t blame people for falling into it, especially those who don’t reflect on it or notice what’s happening. But it’s exploitative, especially for younger kids. It’s supposed to be an 18+ game, but the store looks like it’s targeted at kids. No adult would buy half the stuff in there.

@@xreve_ Two things that made the old Mw2 so much better, for me at least, was that you could play the 2008 MW2 for 3 full years before they released a new game and the multiplayer achievements were addictive as all hell. It was fun to reset all progress and prestige over and over while trying to kill an enemy with a care package and then do it again while also get the end game kill cam! And yes I did them both and it took me a while. And there were tons of these, kill an enemy and yourself with a cocked grenade , get the final kill in final stand, stick an enemy with semtex and get the final kill and so on. Weapon achievements were also more satisfying like doing a double headshot with the Spas 12 compared to the Bryson that can one shot you across the whole map on Shipment today. Things were more equal back then and it took skill and play time to get somewhere. Now you can just tweak or buy whatever weapon and/or blueprint to win.

That is the only way to play a COD these days. Since you cannot trust them, its better to just test it via Game Pass.

Not me though.. the last COD I bought was BO2. I didn’t buy a single COD in over a decade.

After CoD Ghost I did not buy CoD until the new MW 2019. As I enjoyed MW 2019, I even preordered the new MW2 2022. I hate that game so much, I may never buy another CoD game ever.

Thank you so much for your feedback!

Because people (kids) got some money for Christmas, guess thats why. If their player base would be healthy, and the game functional, I would argue they would put stuff on sale. Since more people play and enjoy the game, they are most likely to spend. But idk what is going on inside their heads.

That’s fair, I won’t deny it-opinions definitely differ! I’ve also heard plenty of times that people dislike Infinity Ward, but I never really understood why. Maybe I missed something important, but I’ve always loved their old titles so much! They should create their own games and identity, without having to deal so much with the other studios in my opinion.

The original MW2 is my favourite CoD. The new MW 2019 was good and had me hyped for the new MW2 2022. I even preordered the game. Then I absolutely hated everything about MW2 2022. I hated the UI. I hated the gunsmith. I hated the EOMM. I hated the maps. I hate MW2 2022 so much I may never buy another CoD game.

@@dazauto107 that's really strange, as it is quite literally just a 1 to one modern day modern warfare, and a build on to mw19. the gunsmith was absolutely wonderful, being abele to build out a gun to play almost any role is prob the biggest thing missing from bo6 tbh. the ui was bad, but ui doesn't make a game. as for sbmm/eomm, complaining about it in gaming is a lost cause, the suits have seen that it makes them money, so it's for sure never going anywhere.

@@knolseyMore specifically I hated the pointless ‘weapon tuning’. I joke with my friends that only part of MW2 2022 that I enjoyed was the firing range. EOMM and the UI made playing with friends a confusing nightmare. We all hated it and stopped playing together.

@@dazauto107 most military fps games have a much more in depth weaponsmoth mate, look at Delta Force for instance lol. the tuning added up to 4.8% sway in stats on every attachment, allowing for insane customization of the guns. it was a HUGE w, but also optional if you didn't want to engage with it. you could make a daily youtube video complaining about sbmm/eomm and pay for a house, there are dozens of guys that do it. it's still not going anywhere lol. the UI as far as joining friends is still exactly the same as it was btw.

Hahaha, I love that last statement! “Not abuse with relief sprinkled in” is such an accurate way to describe how so many games feel these days. I can’t blame people for getting addicted, but the way companies exploit it and force these systems onto players is questionable.

BO2 was the game I played the most on console with friends back then. It was a great time, yes!

I totally agree. They likely replaced assists with eliminations to create a more rewarding and inclusive system for players. This way, everyone who contributes to taking down an enemy feels recognized, even if they didn’t land the final shot. It boosts morale, encourages teamwork, and simplifies stats by avoiding the frustration of "kill stealing." Like who even cares, the objective is to win as a team.

It’s really frustrating. Playing with friends has become so difficult these days. Activision claims that playing with friends is better, but the moment there’s even a small difference in skill, some players end up getting wrecked, and the fun is ruined for them. Or if your friends are better, you’re the one getting destroyed. That’s not how it should be. Back in the day, you could just hop on and play with your friends, but now it feels like that’s no longer possible. As if they don’t want us to enjoy the games with friends anymore.

That’s a good choice! Have you played other COD titles before? If yes, what was your favorite one? And what do you think of BO6?

That’s true, and gaming nowadays is more accessible than ever before!

Thanks for the great reply! It’s awesome to connect with other players who’ve seen the evolution of COD, especially veterans like you. I totally agree with your perspective - there’s a huge difference in the way games are designed now. It’s no longer about just enjoying the experience; it’s about pushing microtransactions and making you feel like you have to play constantly. And you’re right about the direction I was talking about - I see how the series has changed over time, but I still find it interesting to hear different viewpoints. Like you mentioned, we have to ask ourselves whether the game is truly enjoyable or just another means to an end. Which it is by now, by exploiting younger audiences. I’ve also had to step back from multiplayer lately because it feels like a chore, and I’ve been enjoying single-player games again for the story and experience. It’s amazing to see that there are others out there who feel the same way. I think it’s important to keep this discussion going, especially with younger audiences who may not know what the original COD experience was like. Thanks again for sharing your thoughts - it’s really refreshing to hear from someone who’s seen it all and still has a passion for gaming!

@xreve_ you're absolutely right. I find myself watching some old games I enjoyed from back in the day like BF 1942, etc. I find that despite a game may not have all the features a player may want but I reminisce seeing games like that because they fostered a community feel. It was nice when developers wouldn't be all against a modding community for example because then the player could try out a whole array of things and see what others could imagine up all within the capabilities of that engine. I think developers instead of rushing out a game every year, they go for that approach and then when they start working on the next game just by looking at what the community enjoys they can tailor it something that everyone will be much more excited to play upon release. Great talking with you, love the discussion!

Wow, I really appreciate the feedback! To be honest, I want my content to be easy to follow, providing useful information and takeaways that encourage people to think critically. I'm not here to tell others what to do or how to feel-I want them to make their own decisions and think for themselves, while also sharing my personal perspective. My goal is to stay as authentic and transparent as possible!

It all begins with you boycotting this game, trust me! I haven’t bought a single Call of Duty in over a decade. Maybe, just maybe, if enough people wake up, we can finally demand better! It’s like a domino effect-once it starts, we could get back to the gaming experience it’s meant to be. I also believe it's up to the newer generation of gamers-the ones who started with the modern CODs. Unfortunately, they don't know any better, but it's our responsibility to show them what's really going on.

@ agreed man👍

the other way CoD can change is if another shooter becomes HUGE and blows up the market, this can force CoD to finally take itself serious because without competition why the hell would they even care. XDefiant tried to be the arcade shooter to defy CoD but failed miserably due to delays and lack of confidence in themselves to even try more than 1 season. One thing i've noticed is that CoD is EXTREMELY reactionary to other games that are un the spotlight. Take the jetpack era for example, back then Titanfall movement and hero shooters like Overwatch was all the rage so what does Cod come out with? Advanced Warfare, Black Ops 3, Infinite Warfare. After that era PUBG comes out, Fornite blows up, Apex Legends takes the stage, battle royale becomes a global phenomenon so CoD once again tried its hand in making the trends by coming out with Blackout and subsequently Warzone.

​@SmoovyNovaFan yep we need Medal of Honor remake

Truth!

​​@@SmoovyNovaFanyep. xDefiant could have snatched the COD multiplayer base had it been good to go day 1. Sadly it wasn't and their servers were just as bad as COD's. People just want a minimally bugged complete game on launch. Wasn't that big of an ask 10 years ago.

@@PhillyBatts So true. Why are we being served this unfinished, broken mess when we had fully working games over a decade ago? It feels like too much now. As I’ve said before, we’re the beta testers. We pay to test the game, complain about it, and they fix it afterward-well, they try to fix it, at least. Then, just before the new COD is released, the game becomes playable, and the cycle repeats. People go back to the old COD, and it all starts again.