🪖 Call of Duty Removes Ads From Black Ops 6 & Warzone Loadout Screens
- NFD NEWS
- Jun 3
- 2 min read
In a move that’s been met with relief across the Call of Duty community, Activision has confirmed it will remove in-game ads from the loadout screens of Black Ops 6 and Warzone. The reversal comes after a week of intense backlash from players who felt the ads disrupted the competitive flow and immersion of the game.
📰 What Was the Controversy?
The controversial update, which quietly rolled out last week, added:
📦 Ads for in-game bundles and skins
🎮 Third-party promotions (like energy drinks and peripherals)
🔎 All displayed at the bottom and sides of the loadout screen—a critical moment when players strategize before each match.
Players argued that this cluttered an essential part of the game, turning a focused moment of preparation into a billboard.
⚡ Activision’s Reversal
After mounting complaints across Reddit, Twitter, and major gaming forums, Activision announced in a statement:
“We’ve heard the feedback from our players loud and clear. Effective immediately, ads will be removed from loadout screens in both Black Ops 6 and Warzone. We remain committed to ensuring competitive integrity and a seamless gameplay experience.”
🧠 Why It Matters
For Call of Duty fans, this reversal is more than just a win—it’s a sign that community voices still matter in shaping live-service games. It also reinforces that ads don’t belong in critical competitive spaces, even as monetization becomes an ever-present focus in modern multiplayer titles.
🧠 Final Thoughts
Activision’s quick pivot here might help rebuild trust with the Call of Duty community—and signals that the company is willing to listen and adapt when player experience is on the line.
Stay locked to NoFallDamage.net for ongoing coverage of Black Ops 6 and Warzone updates, gameplay impressions, and how these decisions continue to shape the future of one of gaming’s biggest franchises.
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