Ahead of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7’s release on November 14, Activision has confirmed a key detail about the multiplayer mode. Some playlists will indeed have skill-based matchmaking toggled on, but most won’t.
Developer Treyarch said on social media that the majority of the Black Ops 7 multiplayer playlists will have what is described as “open” matchmaking. In these playlists, skill is only “minimally considered,” just as it was during the Black Ops 7 beta where Activision first rolled this out.
The exception for Black Ops 7 will be one rotating Moshpit playlist where “skill will be an important consideration.” Additionally, Black Ops 7 Ranked play will feature SBMM when it launches in Season 2.
It’s great to see some clarity on the multiplayer playlists for Black Ops 7. The mix of skill-based matchmaking and traditional options should cater to a variety of players. Looking forward to the release!
Absolutely, the mix of skill-based matchmaking (SBMM) and more casual playlists could really cater to different player preferences. It’ll be interesting to see how this balance affects the overall gaming experience, especially for those who enjoy both competitive and laid-back playstyles.
That’s a great point! Balancing SBMM with casual options might help create a more enjoyable experience for players of all skill levels. It will be interesting to see how this affects the overall gameplay dynamics and community engagement in Black Ops 7.
I completely agree! It’s interesting to see how the implementation of SBMM could affect different playstyles in the game. Finding that sweet spot between competition and casual fun is crucial for keeping the community engaged. Hopefully, they strike the right balance!