In the last decade, cross-platform play has transformed from a distant dream into a common feature in gaming. While this has unified the *Call of Duty* community, crossplay does come with its own set of challenges. Here's a detailed guide on how to disable crossplay in *Black Ops 6*.
Should You Disable Crossplay in Black Ops 6? Answered
Disabling crossplay in *Black Ops 6* is a decision that comes with both advantages and drawbacks. The primary motivation for turning off crossplay is to level the playing field, ensuring that all players experience fair competition. Console players on Xbox and PlayStation often seek to avoid facing PC players in matches due to the differences in control schemes.
If you're a console player, you might want to disable crossplay because PC players use a mouse and keyboard, which offers more precise aiming compared to a controller. Additionally, PC players might have easier access to mods and cheats, despite *Call of Duty*'s Ricochet Anti-Cheat system. *Black Ops 6* and *Warzone* players have reported encountering hackers and cheaters, and disabling crossplay should theoretically reduce these encounters.
However, there is a significant downside to disabling crossplay in *Call of Duty*: it shrinks the pool of available players for matchmaking. This can lead to longer wait times for matches and potentially poorer connections between players. From our experience, disabling crossplay often results in extended matchmaking times and less stable lobbies.
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How To Turn Off Crossplay in Black Ops 6
Disabling crossplay in *Black Ops 6* is a straightforward process. Navigate to the Account & Network settings, where you'll find the Crossplay and Crossplay Communications toggle at the top. Simply scroll to these options and press X or A to switch the setting from On to Off. This can be done within *Black Ops 6*, *Warzone*, or from the main *Call of Duty* HQ page. Note that in the image above, the Crossplay setting was accessed by adding it to the Quick Settings for easier access.
At times, you might find the setting greyed out and locked, especially in certain modes like Ranked Play. Previously, *Call of Duty* forced players into crossplay in these modes, aiming for fairness, though the results have been mixed. Fortunately, starting with Season 2 of *Black Ops 6*, players will have the option to disable crossplay, giving them more control over their competitive environment.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
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