Call of Duty: Warzone Glitch Is Getting Players Suspended From Matches

Call of Duty: Warzone's Ranked Play plagued by game-crashing glitch leading to unfair suspensions.

A critical bug in Call of Duty: Warzone's Ranked Play mode is causing widespread frustration among players. A developer error triggers game crashes, which are mistakenly flagged as intentional quits, resulting in automatic 15-minute suspensions and a 50 Skill Rating (SR) penalty. This is causing significant disruption to player progression, especially as SR directly impacts competitive ranking and end-of-season rewards.

The issue, highlighted by CharlieIntel and DougisRaw, follows a recent major update intended to address existing bugs. Instead, the January patch appears to have introduced this new, highly impactful glitch. Players are expressing significant anger, citing lost win streaks and demanding SR compensation from Activision. The severity of the backlash underscores the game's ongoing struggles with glitches and the urgent need for developer intervention.

The current situation exacerbates existing concerns regarding the game's health. Recent reports show a near 50% player drop on platforms like Steam for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, despite new content releases. This decline, coupled with player outrage over the Warzone glitch, highlights the critical need for immediate and effective action from the developers to address these persistent issues and retain their player base. The continued problems, including previous incidents like a December shutdown, paint a picture of a game struggling to maintain stability and a positive player experience.