Players across Call of Duty titles are reporting severe matchmaking problems linked to rampant cheating. A Steam Community post details hacked lobbies using IP spoofing of official servers, fast XP exploit rooms causing level resets and false bans, and harassment lobbies where victims are immobilized while opponents play freely. These issues have fueled frustration and distrust in the matchmaking system, with some players calling for the franchise's discontinuation. The reports highlight ongoing challenges in maintaining fair play and stable matchmaking in the series as of October 2026.

  • Hacked lobbies include IP spoofing of official servers.
  • Fast XP exploit lobbies cause level resets and false cheating accusations.