Call of Duty: Warzone's Ranked Play plagued by game-breaking glitch causing unfair suspensions.

A critical bug in Call of Duty: Warzone's Ranked Play mode is causing widespread frustration and unfair player suspensions. A developer error results in game crashes, which the system mistakenly interprets as intentional quits. This triggers automatic 15-minute suspensions and a 50 Skill Rating (SR) penalty for affected players.

The issue, highlighted by CharlieIntel and DougisRaw, is particularly damaging as SR directly impacts a player's competitive rank and end-of-season rewards. Players report significant setbacks in their competitive progression, including the loss of win streak multipliers. The online community is expressing considerable outrage, with many calling for compensation and expressing general dissatisfaction with the game's current state. Comments range from anger over lost progress to blunt criticisms of the game's quality.

This latest glitch follows a pattern of ongoing issues within the Call of Duty franchise, including persistent glitches and cheating problems. While recent updates promised bug fixes, the January update appears to have introduced new problems, exacerbating player frustration. This comes at a time when Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 has seen a reported near 50% drop in player numbers on Steam, despite the recent release of new content.

The severity of the situation underscores the urgent need for immediate developer intervention to address the recurring technical issues and restore player confidence. The ongoing problems are not only impacting the player experience but also potentially threatening the game's long-term health and player base.