- In both Warzone and Black Ops Cold War II, Activision has reduced the effectiveness of the T-800 Terminator Operator skin for Call of Duty.
- Players fail to see a difference in the skin, with some blasting it as a "joke."
- Treyarch Studios and Raven Software say the skin's visibility has been adjusted to ease target identification, but the change appears to be minimal.
Developers Raven Software and Treyarch Studios have adjusted the controversial T-800 Terminator Operator Skin in both Call of Duty: Black Ops VI and Call of Duty: Warzone However, enthusiasts find it difficult to notice considerable improvement. An updated version of Call of Duty: Warzone and Call of Duty: Black Ops VI It was implemented on April 8 with the aim of improving the recognizability of the T-800 Operator, yet numerous individuals are criticizing this update, calling it a mere “joke” since the appearance remains unchanged.
It appears that Season 3 was quite successful for Raven Software and Treyarch Studios, as fans keep commending them for the improvements brought about by the most recent content patch. Nonetheless, some initial hiccups related to this new season did arise. Fortunately, Black Ops 6 and Warzone has already gotten several updates during the first week of Season 3, including numerous bug fixes and tweaks to gameplay. The most recent update was released less than 24 hours ago, modifications to items found on the ground in Warzone , including a new Ricochet anti-cheat feature, and an alleged downgrade of the T-800 Terminator Operator Skin.
Call of Duty Fans Criticize Terminator Skin Being Weakened
Based on the official release notes for the most recent update Call of Duty update , the T-800 Operator underwent “a modification to improve target recognition.” This alteration was implemented following significant criticism from the community regarding the skin’s darkness. Warzone and Black Ops 6 This led to problems with visibility during gunfights. Despite claims from Raven Software and Treyarch Studios that they had modified the skin, numerous fans couldn’t spot any changes. Twitter user HunterTV promptly shared a side-by-side comparison of the skin pre-nerf and post-nerf, showing virtually no differences. Many players reacted negatively, labeling the adjustment as a “joke,” and some demanded that the Terminator skin be removed completely from the game along with issuing refunds.
Unfortunately, this isn't the first time that a Call of Duty Operator Skin has been at the center of controversy for its limited visibility, and it likely won't be the last. Back in the days of 2019's Modern Warfare , the The Roze Operator skin created havoc. Warzone As the Operator was fully geared up in an entirely dark ensemble, the minimal exposure of the skin led to several adjustments aimed at enhancing its visibility. Unfortunately, a different skin soon earned the nickname "Roze 2.0" following the introduction of the Gaia Operator Skin a few years later. Modern Warfare 3 , which many referred to as "Groot the Evil."
As of writing, it's unclear if Treyarch and Raven intended to nerf the Terminator skin even further, but the two studios have been listening to fan feedback very closely following the launch of Call of Duty Season 3 Earlier this month, despite the new season being less than a week old, several modifications have already been implemented following player feedback. Many Marksman Rifles and Sniper Rifles have been taken out of rotation. Warzone 's ground loot, and armor plate distribution has been increased in the first week alone. Hopefully, with so many players jumping back into Verdansk, even more improvements continue to be made.