The player community in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 has raised some concerns regarding the Prop Hunt game mode. Particular issues that have come to light include the ineffectiveness of flashbangs, as well as hunters having an endless supply of ammo without any real downsides for shooting aimlessly. While Prop Hunt has long been a beloved mode across various Call of Duty titles, the feedback suggests this latest version may need a bit of fine-tuning.
Prop Hunt originally made its way into Call of Duty with Modern Warfare, introduced by the player community as a mod. Since then, Activision has officially integrated it into main titles, including Call of Duty: WW2 and several sequels thereafter. This mode has garnered a loyal following, much like the iconic Zombies mode. The introduction of Prop Hunt in Black Ops 6 came as part of the comprehensive Season 1 update, alongside new weapons, maps, and perks. However, some fans feel that this time around, Prop Hunt falls somewhat short compared to previous versions.
Over on Reddit, players like _Jaffamuncher and PC-Tamer have been vocal about the shortcomings of Black Ops 6’s Prop Hunt. They’ve pointed out that the mode lacks essential elements such as flash damage and penalizing hunters for shooting indiscriminately. This led PC-Tamer to note that even in some modded games, hunters take damage if they shoot non-prop items, which curbs reckless firing. There’s a general sentiment that specific penalties would improve the gameplay balance.
There’s some debate among the community on whether allowing hunters to fire wildly is necessary to discover well-camouflaged props, with others arguing it detracts from the game. Limiting hunter ammo could be a potential fix, as suggested by a number of players. The flashbang issue remains a significant concern; players note that flashing should allow props to move unseen, but that feature seems impaired compared to earlier games like Call of Duty: WW2.
Treyarch just rolled out Prop Hunt with Black Ops 6’s inaugural season and might consider tweaking the mode moving forward. Given the studio’s dedication to enhancing Black Ops 6 over multiple seasons, a future update addressing Prop Hunt’s flaws seems likely.
On the broader Black Ops 6 front, the game transports players back to the early ’90s, amid the Cold War’s twilight era, designed by Treyarch and Raven. Black Ops 6 promises a thrilling narrative with high-stakes espionage, delivering immersive gameplay across varied environments and adrenaline-pumping missions. At launch, the multiplayer mode boasts 16 new maps, providing diverse gameplay scenarios, alongside the return of Round-Based Zombies with fresh maps.
The game is set to expand with additional content post-launch, aiming to keep the community engaged. Released on October 25, 2024, Black Ops 6 is available across multiple platforms with compatibility details still emerging, including features such as cross-platform play and cross-save support, catering to gamers eager for both solitary and co-op experiences.
