October 14, 2025
Activision Reports Record Anti-Cheat Success in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Beta Ricochet delivers 99% cheater-free matches during the BO7 beta — marking the most secure test in Call of Duty history
Activision has announced that its in-house anti-cheat system, Ricochet, delivered record-breaking results during the Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 open beta.
According to the publisher, nearly 99% of multiplayer matches were cheater-free by the end of the test period — the best anti-cheat performance in Call of Duty history.
The Black Ops 7 beta ran from October 2–9, giving players early access to the game’s new movement system, revamped maps, and competitive features. And while cheaters inevitably appeared in the early days, Ricochet quickly adapted — catching and banning them faster than ever before.
📊 Record-Breaking Anti-Cheat Results
Activision revealed that Ricochet achieved its fastest detection times to date, with the median detection time for cheaters sitting at just three matches.
The company noted that detection speed improved daily as the beta continued, allowing its system to recognize and remove exploiters more efficiently than ever. By the end of the week-long test, the overwhelming majority of players were enjoying clean, fair lobbies.
“Cheat detections got faster with each passing day,” Activision shared, confirming that this was the most successful anti-cheat test in the franchise’s history.
Ricochet’s success in Black Ops 7 continues its evolution since debuting in 2021. The system now combines server-side detection tools, kernel-level drivers, and machine learning models to catch cheaters in real-time without disrupting legitimate gameplay.
⚙️ Continuous Improvements Before Launch
Activision has confirmed that Ricochet will continue to receive updates and refinements ahead of the full launch of Black Ops 7 on November 14, 2025.
The upcoming release will be available on:
- PlayStation 4 & 5
- Xbox One & Series X|S
- PC
While continuing to support last-gen hardware has sparked some debate among players, developer Treyarch explained that a “significant portion” of the player base still plays on older consoles — making the cross-generation launch a practical move.
💥 A Beta That Turned the Tide
Despite a few rocky moments early on, the Black Ops 7 beta ended up being a massive success. Beyond the anti-cheat improvements, Treyarch also rolled out several highly requested gameplay changes, including the return of traditional matchmaking.
The new “Open Playlist” tested during the beta featured minimal skill-based matchmaking (SBMM) — and fan response was overwhelmingly positive. Following the test, Treyarch confirmed this will be the default experience in public multiplayer when the game officially launches.
Combined with the improved anti-cheat performance, these changes suggest Black Ops 7 is shaping up to be one of the most competitive and fair Call of Duty releases in years.
🏁 Final Thoughts
The Black Ops 7 beta proved that Activision’s Ricochet anti-cheat is stronger than ever, cutting down on cheaters and providing a cleaner experience across nearly every match.
With detection times down to just a few rounds and an impressive 99% clean lobby rate, players can expect one of the most secure and balanced Call of Duty launches to date.
As Black Ops 7 gears up for its November 14 release, Treyarch’s combination of fair matchmaking and reliable anti-cheat enforcement could make this the most enjoyable entry in the franchise in years.