Activision mistakenly identified the cause of the hit registration issues in Black Ops 6 as a visual bug, when in reality, the game is plagued by desyncing server problems. Here are the details surrounding the inconsistencies in the game’s hit registration system.
Server Desyncs and Packet Loss
Since the launch of Black Ops 6, players have been frustrated with the inconsistent damage dealt in matches, with many blaming it on “skill-based damage.” After extensive testing by the CoD community, it has been discovered that much of the inconsistencies stem from the official servers not receiving sufficient information from each player’s client. Additionally, the game has implemented a new damage model where headshots are significantly less effective than body shots.
Research Provides Data
According to a post by Freund, Black Ops lacks lag compensation that could help alleviate the severe server desyncing issues. Furthermore, hitboxes do not align between the client and server, leading to problems with controller aim assist. While the game may visually display blood splatter upon a hit, the server may not register the shot as a hit, causing frustration for many players.
Video clips have shown instances where hits do not register even when the target is stationary, indicating a significant delay in server response.
Official BO6 Account Mistakes Desync Issue
The CODUpdates account wrongly identified the issue as a visual bug related to blood splatter without acknowledging the deeper problem at hand. The servers in Black Ops 6 are desyncing with the game clients, leading to a worsened multiplayer experience. Many in the CoD community are unhappy with Activision for pushing a false narrative about the issue, with numerous online clips showcasing the ongoing server problems. Failure to address these server issues may impact the Multiplayer population as the desyncing continues to hinder the gameplay experience for all players.