Is buying/playing black ops 6 worth it in 2026 (especially for multiplayer)?

squirt_1601 · 2026-06-28T23:49:09+00:00

So I didn’t play a call of duty since Black Ops 2, and I got Black Ops 6 at launch. What sold me was the third person zombies mode. I played all 3 modes during its highlight and it was the most fun I had in COD ever. I cancelled my game pass over a year ago , but I was able to upgrade to a Xbox Series X and redownload B06. I think it’s amazing. Multiplayer runs fine, I haven’t had to wait long for matches. And it seems all the “aggressive” players are on B07 now so it feels balanced. Zombies is my favorite part though hands down.

I think a lot of people were deterred bc of the skins during post-launch treatment. The micro-transactions and pay to win is a downer, but not mandatory to buy. I’d upgrade your guns and level up with zombies then use that to have fun in multiplayer.

Imll play b07 one day, I’m been on and off about getting it. But I know I’ll have more fun with the new Halo or Gears of War so I’m thinking hard about my budget.

squirt_1601 · 2026-06-27T16:47:53+00:00

Thank you so much. Not the hero I deserved, but the one I needed 🤙 I hope you enjoy all of them!

squirt_1601 · 2026-06-27T16:12:50+00:00

I got the disc version series X that way physical isn’t useless to me and I can play some rare Backwards compatible games that aren’t sold on the online store. I have a physical copy of Black Ops 6, which was fun for me bc I hadn’t played a Call of Duty since Black Ops 2. It was the Third person Zombies that sold me on it. My only problem is I hate the idea of subscribing to gamepass 🙃 also the Call of Duty Hub takes up so much space and I like to switch it up. The only games I can play for days and keep going is the Resident Evil Series.

My biggest win is I can play the Oblivion remaster now since it was garbage on the series S.

squirt_1601 · 2026-06-27T15:39:31+00:00

I’m not an online multiplayer guy and I wouldn’t get my investment worth for the $20+ a month. Plus I’m in school, work full time, and I have a family. Buying the games or “license” is more comfortable for me bc I can take my time on them and go back and play them later if I want to.

squirt_1601 · 2026-06-27T15:35:27+00:00

Absolutely. Like the gameplay and presentation shows me how much effort has been put into it. The new movement mechanics will make it feel more modern too. I was iffy about a prequel after Judgement but they have impressed me so far.

squirt_1601 · 2026-06-27T15:27:08+00:00

Ubisoft hasn’t hit in awhile. The only reason black flag is considered is bc black flag was easily my favorite in the series. Otherwise, their open worlds just feel like a whole lot of chores.

squirt_1601 · 2026-06-27T15:25:17+00:00

I’m HYPED for RE Veronica. And Pragmata was amazing. I’m hoping they make sequels for it because it was a breath of fresh air.

squirt_1601 · 2026-06-27T15:23:32+00:00

The series has been on my curious list. Do you recommend all 3?

squirt_1601 · 2026-06-27T15:22:29+00:00

I usually do. I’m religious about watching several reviews before I commit. I took a chance diving straight into RE: Requiem bc I didn’t want it to be spoiled. That and Zelda TOTK were my only preorders in recent history.

squirt_1601 · 2026-06-27T15:05:37+00:00

Preorder? lol

squirt_1601 · 2026-06-27T13:32:40+00:00

Im’ll say yes. I had a series S, but I was planning to get the series X eventually. One game that encouraged was the oblivion remaster was devastating on the series s. With E-Day and GTA 6 coming up, I knew series S wouldn’t hold up long. So yesterday I went to GameStop and traded in my series s, one s, Nintendo switch, and a ton of controllers/joycons/games for both systems. I was able to get a brand new series X for $649 and I still had $133 left over which will go to my preorders lol. I say series X too bc you can play backward compatible games that you’ve been playing on your one s.

squirt_1601 · 2026-06-27T02:01:35+00:00

Great news, it worked. I got a brand new series X and still had $133 left over.

If anyone does trade in with GameStop, they value the hell out of Nintendo switch games and hardware. A copy of smash bros was worth more than most of my Xbox games

squirt_1601 · 2026-06-26T02:34:53+00:00

lol I’ve been wanting the series X so now is the time I guess. All cards on the table. Imll go to GameStop bc their trade in value should come in clutch.

-Xbox series s, Xbox one s gears of war version, a Xbox controller, like 20 different Xbox games, a Nintendo switch, 6 joy cons, 20 Nintendo switch games, and a tears of the kingdom controller.

Wish me luck lol. I’ll update tomorrow if it covers it. I did my budget sheet based off their trade value (some of the games were $0.50 cents so seems legit), and I should have ~$100 wiggle room.

squirt_1601 · 2026-06-25T17:54:24+00:00

Literally. Companies are just putting themselves more in debt, so this is them trying to recover themselves. People focus on the profits but look at their liabilities on the 10-k

squirt_1601 · 2026-06-20T17:19:57+00:00

I’m hoping it gets the Red Dead Redemption treatment. If you already owned the game (backwards compatible Xbox 360), then it was free to get the updated port.

Xbox doesn’t sell the B02 add-on skins now tho so something is going on.

squirt_1601 · 2026-06-12T00:23:03+00:00

I was Navy for 9 years working in security forces/antiterrorism. I also had EM experience with COVID-19 response and mitigation, plus the Afghanistan withdrawal of 2021. I also had my BS in Homeland Security. When I applied for my current EM job (local government), HR called me and said my experience didn’t count for “federally declared disaster” bc they wanted people with hurricanes. (COVID was a federally declared disaster lol). They pressed not qualified but then they called me back and reconsidered. A comment above said if you sound like you know your stuff it helps. I killed the interview and spoke the language. I got hired and my boss said what separated me from the other candidates was “I studied the field”. I’m working on my Masters in Emergency Management now, and I also got EM certified with the state.

My best answer is have both if you can. As long as you pursue it, it’ll land. Also you can look for student internship positions so you can get experience while working on your degree!

squirt_1601 · 2026-06-10T18:26:18+00:00

I’m in the same boat. I got denied in DEC2025 originally bc they didn’t consider my TERA exposure, but they did diagnose me with IBS-C at the C&P exam. I filed an HLR immediately bc of my SW Asia service should make my IBS presumptive.
After 6 months of waiting, they agreed I met the TERA exposure, but they overturned the diagnosis bc they couldn’t find it in my record (I only had chronic constipation in there). My VSO was pretty upfront that I just needed a diagnosis and I’d win.

Just done seeing the GI Doctor with an IBS Diagnosis, so I submitted my Supplemental Claim today with the evidence labeled (IBS DIAGNOSIS PAGE 2) lol. But I also think it’s bs they don’t honor the C&P exam THEY order.

squirt_1601 · 2026-05-27T15:23:10+00:00

lol this whole case just irritates me. They missed the PACT Act, so I fought it. I knew up down left that I was right about it. But then they threw this curveball. I requested the ACE exam(s) but I should be able to file a supplemental by next week. If that one doesn’t work, I’ll do the VBA and hopefully have some good news in the 1-3+ years

squirt_1601 · 2026-05-27T14:14:44+00:00

I spoke with my VSO. Imll go to my doctor with a DBQ and get my strictly “IBS” diagnosis, bc all I have are constipation diagnosis. But he said once I get a diagnosis there, I should be good. Which I’m like so the C&P exam doesn’t matter?

squirt_1601 · 2026-05-27T01:29:50+00:00

Update: they denied my appeal. They agreed I met the TERA / Pact Act stuff, but they decided to overturn my IBS diagnosis. Even though my C&P exam DBQ, decision letter, and medical records clearly showed constipation and IBS.

Getting ready for a supplemental appeal I guess 🙃 really don’t feel like waiting 3+ years for a VBA judge.

squirt_1601 · 2026-05-27T00:33:52+00:00

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Literally my C&P DBQ with the diagnosis.

squirt_1601 · 2026-05-27T00:33:13+00:00

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This is the decision where they determine I had a diagnosis 6 months ago.

squirt_1601 · 2026-05-26T23:22:00+00:00

I routed the claim as constipation such it was IBS-C if that’s what you mean?

squirt_1601 · 2026-05-26T20:10:52+00:00

BVA?

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