Disable Crossplay in 'Black Ops 6' on Xbox, PS5

Crossplay in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6: A Double-Edged Sword and How to Disable It

Crossplay, while unifying the Call of Duty community, presents a mixed bag. This guide explains the pros and cons of disabling crossplay in Black Ops 6 and how to do it.

The Case for Disabling Crossplay

Many players disable crossplay to level the playing field. Console players (Xbox and PlayStation) often prefer to avoid PC players due to the inherent advantages of mouse and keyboard controls – superior aiming precision. The potential for encountering cheaters and modders, despite anti-cheat measures like Ricochet, is another significant concern. Disabling crossplay theoretically reduces the likelihood of encountering these issues.

The Drawbacks of Disabling Crossplay

The primary downside is a significantly smaller matchmaking pool. This leads to longer search times and potentially poorer connection quality between players in matches.

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Disabling Crossplay: A Step-by-Step Guide

Disabling crossplay is simple. Locate the "Crossplay" and "Crossplay Communications" toggles within the Account & Network settings. Toggle these settings from "On" to "Off" using the X or A button. This can be done within Black Ops 6, Warzone, or the main Call of Duty menu. Note that the image shows the setting added to Quick Settings for easier access.

You may find the setting greyed out in certain modes like Ranked Play, where crossplay is sometimes mandatory. However, Season 2 of Black Ops 6 is expected to offer more player choice in this regard, even in competitive modes.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is currently available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.