US EditionActivision Knows Call of Duty Cheaters 'Will Try to Test the Limits' During the Black Ops 7 Beta, Says 'That's Exactly What We Want'
The beta introduces TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, and Microsoft Azure-based remote verification to reduce cheating, with permanent bans across all titles for offenders.
- Activision is preparing to launch Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 on November 14, 2025, with a beta starting October 2 on all platforms.
- PC gamers must have TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot activated to participate in the beta, as these security measures prevent the use of altered hardware and unauthorized programs.
- Activision and #TeamRICOCHET updated the anti-cheat system with machine learning and remote verification called Remote Attestation for stronger cheat detection.
- Activision stated that cheaters are expected to push boundaries during the Beta, which is intentional, as any account caught cheating will receive a permanent ban that applies to all Call of Duty games.
- The upgraded defenses aim to secure fair play for all and help protect Call of Duty Warzone, but some PC players may struggle enabling Secure Boot due to BIOS complexity.
12 Articles
12 Articles
Activision Knows Call of Duty Cheaters 'Will Try to Test the Limits' During the Black Ops 7 Beta, Says 'That's Exactly What We Want'
Activision has warned PC gamers that they will not be able to play Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 during the beta and at launch if they do not enable TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Reveals More on Upcoming Beta
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 has officially confirmed key details for the upcoming Beta period. The announcement comes with still over a month to go before the game’s official launch. In particular, the Beta will have two phases. These are accessible to players ahead of the popular shooter’s release on November 14. During the Beta, players will get the chance to try new maps, game modes, and earn rewards. Black Ops 7: Early Access Beta (October 2-5…
'Black Ops 7' Details Updated "RICOCHET" Anti-cheat
This week, publisher Activision dropped a blog post over on the official Call of Duty website detailing the updates made to their internal anti-cheat software “RICOCHET” for the upcoming ‘Black Ops 7‘ and its beta. This updated anti-cheat sets up new requirements for PC users in particular, and the company has also worked with PC … The post ‘Black Ops 7’ Details Updated “RICOCHET” Anti-cheat appeared first on XboxEra.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 50% of the sources lean Left, 50% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
