The rise of cross-platform play has revolutionized online gaming, uniting the Call of Duty community in unprecedented ways. However, this convenience comes with a trade-off. This guide explains how to disable crossplay in Black Ops 6 and the implications of doing so.

Should You Disable Crossplay in Black Ops 6?

Disabling crossplay in Black Ops 6 presents a dilemma. Many players opt to disable it for a perceived fairer playing field, particularly console players seeking to avoid the perceived advantages of PC players using mouse and keyboard controls. The precision of mouse aiming and potential access to mods or cheats are key concerns. While Call of Duty's Ricochet Anti-Cheat system works to combat cheating, reports of cheaters persist in Black Ops 6 and Warzone, leading some to believe disabling crossplay reduces encounters with them.

However, a significant drawback is the reduction in the player pool, potentially leading to longer matchmaking times and less-than-ideal connections with other players. Our experience suggests that disabling crossplay often results in extended wait times and less stable online matches.

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How To Turn Off Crossplay in Black Ops 6

Disabling crossplay in Black Ops 6 is simple. Locate the Crossplay and Crossplay Communications toggle in the Account & Network settings. This setting is usually found at the top of the menu. Toggle the setting from "On" to "Off" by pressing X or A. This can be done from within Black Ops 6, Warzone, or the main Call of Duty HQ page. Note that the image shows the setting accessed via Quick Settings after being added as a favorite.

You might find the setting greyed out and unavailable at times. In certain game modes, such as Ranked Play, Call of Duty has previously mandated crossplay. While intended to promote fairness, this often had the opposite effect. Fortunately, crossplay disabling is expected to be available in Season 2 of Black Ops 6, giving players more control over their matchmaking experience, even in competitive modes.

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