Call of Duty publisher kills cheat providers in latest battle in the war against hackers
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You can trust VideoGamer. Our team of gaming experts spend hours testing and reviewing the latest games, to ensure you're reading the most comprehensive guide possible. Rest assured, all imagery and advice is unique and original. Check out how we test and review games here Contents hide Call of Dutys ongoing battle with hackers ruining Black Ops 6 and Warzone matches shows no sign of slowing down as Activision attempts to prevent players from gaining unfair advantages on the virtual battlefield. Hackers are still slipping through the net despite the Season 2 update for multiplayer and the battle royale introducing new Ricochet anti-cheat measures.Improvements to the existing anti-cheat are just one of several steps Call of Dutys publisher is undergoing to combat cheating in its hugely popular shooter series. In addition to adding new measures, Activision is also cracking down on the sale of cheats resulting in the closure of two providers.Call of Duty cheat providers are shut downOn February 20, 2025, Call of Duty content creator Swishem uploaded a screenshot from notable cheat provider Tomwares Discord server. The screenshot reveals all of its Call of Duty products have been discontinued as a result of Activision issuing a cease and desist order. Save Up to $1,200 on the Samsung Galaxy S25! Pre-order now and save big with trade-in and Samsung credit. Limited time only! *Includes trade-in value + $300 Samsung credit. In addition to Tomware, Swishem also confirms the closure of Two2nd, another notable cheat provider giving players a chance to download hacks to enhance their gameplay even further.The closure of two notable cheat providers is a huge step in the right direction for Call of Dutys fight against cheaters ruining the action for legitimate players looking to test their mettle against other like-minded individuals. Must-Listen: Publishing Manor Lords w/ Joe Robinson VideoGamer Podcast Listen Now More needs to be doneTheres nothing worse than running into a cheater armed with inhuman reaction times and the ability to see through walls at all times. Activision is finally taking action against those providing the cheats, which will minimise the number of hackers popping up in casual and competitive playlists.While two cheat providers no longer distribute hacks for Call of Duty, the likes of Phantom Overlay continue to operate and disrupt the action. However, the latest crackdown from Activision is a sign that the publisher is finally taking strong action against those behind the cheats rather than swinging the ban hammer at the start of a new seasonFor more CoD intel, check out the best Krig C loadout along with the best keyboard and mouse settings for maximum accuracy during the heat of battle.Related TopicsSubscribe to our newsletters!By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy and may receive occasional deal communications; you can unsubscribe anytime.Share
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