A Warzone Wish List for the Holidays

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As a gamer with over two decades of experience under my belt, I find myself echoing the sentiments of the Warzone community this holiday season. We’ve seen our fair share of highs and lows, from the thrill of a well-executed multi-kill to the frustration of being wiped out by a cheater or a dev error.

Dear Santa,

Over the holiday season, the Warzone community kindly requests your attention. We acknowledge that the Call of Duty cycle, much like death and taxes, is unavoidable. The anticipation, followed by burnout in July, escalating to frustration by November when a new game launches, has become troublesome. Here are some suggestions we’ve gathered for improvements:

1. A working Anti-cheat

As a dedicated gamer, I’ve been noticing the “ban sweeps” lately. I get that Activision is trying to make Ricochet effective, and I appreciate their efforts to fix the issues. However, it’s frustrating for non-cheaters when we seem to be hit with shadow bans, while those on higher levels continue to evade the system unscathed. It’s disheartening because sometimes these bans pile up one after another, while actual cheaters thrive. I have faith that the game will survive these hiccups, but there might be some players who, despite Verdansk’s allure, won’t return until these problems are rectified.

2. Servers that don’t crash

As a gamer, I appreciate the simple joy of using a rubber band to keep my money secure. However, it’s frustrating when that same rubber banding technique leads to an annoying dev error that kicks me back to the lobby instead of letting me explore the map. Thankfully, it seems like this issue has been improving in the U.S., but remember, people play this game all around the world, not just here.

3. Fix the bad broken things as fast as you fix the fun broken things

Regardless of whether they’re tools for combat, strategic elements, or structures marked on the map, items can often be exploited. Some of these discoveries might just bring us amusement for a while, but they’re usually patched within an hour. However, occasional glitches and bugs that render the game unplayable can take several weeks to resolve.

4. Audio. That’s the title.

It’s essential to clearly perceive the sound of players running towards us. So far, we appear to be progressing well, but keep in mind that gamers are infamous for their lack of tolerance. By the way, this audio enhancement should come at no additional cost.

5. Keep the quality of life changes that work.

Instead of always beginning anew when introducing fresh elements in your game, consider building upon what’s already working well. Overloading your new content with changes could risk it being eclipsed by disgruntled players who prefer the old ways.

Dear Santa, everyone adores this game! It was a lifesaver when we had to stay indoors, providing solace for many. Yet, now we have greenery to explore and activities to engage in. In essence, our primary wish is simple: To unwind, sip on a suitable beverage for our age, and revel in the joy of playing games.

Sincerely,

The Warzone Community

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2024-12-26 21:27