Players of the Black Ops 1 PS5 port have reported a matchmaking issue where parties joining a lobby together are placed on opposing teams once the match begins. This contrasts with the original Black Ops 1 experience, which kept parties on the same team. The problem disrupts cooperative play and may affect player enjoyment on the PS5 version. Community members are seeking confirmation and possible workarounds as of July 2026.
- Issue reported on r/CallOfDuty community forum.
- Affects team cohesion for parties in multiplayer matches.