October 16, 2025
4 Common Mistakes Everyone Makes in Call of Duty Multiplayer (and How to Fix Them) With Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 just around the corner, here are the habits every player needs to break before jumping into the chaos of multiplayer
With Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 launching this November, players everywhere are gearing up for another round of intense multiplayer battles. But even the most experienced veterans fall into the same frustrating habits — the ones that lead to constant deaths, lost streaks, and team disadvantages.
Before blaming bad matchmaking or “sweaty” lobbies, it’s worth checking if you’re making one of these four major mistakes that plague nearly every player online.
💣 1. Wasting Grenades
Stop throwing your equipment blindly.
It’s one of the most universal mistakes in Call of Duty: tossing grenades the moment you spawn, or never using them at all. While it might feel natural to lob a frag across the map and hope for a lucky hit, careless throws waste valuable tools that can turn a fight in your favor.
Grenades are best used to flush out enemies, break defensive setups, or secure objectives. Instead of spamming them early, hold onto them until you reach chokepoints, objective zones, or rooms with known enemy activity.
In Black Ops 7, where tactical tools like the Pinpoint Grenade can reveal enemy positions, every throw counts. Used strategically, grenades can disrupt opponents, rack up kills, and even swing the tide of a close match.
⚡ 2. Rushing Into Firefights
Running straight back into battle isn’t always brave — sometimes it’s reckless.
After respawning, it’s tempting to sprint directly toward the fight — especially if you’re eager for revenge. But in most cases, this only leads to another quick death. On smaller maps, it’s an easy way to feed your opponents free kills and killstreaks.
Instead, take a second to reassess your surroundings. Use cover, flank through alternate routes, and avoid open sightlines where snipers thrive. A few seconds of patience can help you spot enemies holding angles or waiting to ambush returning players.
Avoiding the “spawn rush” not only keeps your kill count low but also denies the enemy easy streak progress. In Call of Duty, playing smart beats playing fast — every time.
🧰 3. Ignoring Loadout Optimization
Your gear should fit your playstyle, not someone else’s.
Another major mistake players make is copying other people’s loadouts without understanding how they play. What works for a high-speed SMG rusher might fail completely for a defensive rifle player.
In Black Ops 7, loadout flexibility is more important than ever. Take time to experiment with weapons, perks, and field upgrades that complement your natural playstyle.
- On large maps: use long-range rifles with precision scopes.
- On tight, fast-paced maps: go for close-quarters setups and mobility perks.
- For objective players: choose perks that reduce killstreak costs or boost survivability.
Building multiple loadouts for different match types ensures you’re ready for any situation — and stops you from being at a disadvantage before the match even starts.
👀 4. Staying Stationary and Unaware
Camping might work — until it doesn’t.
Every Call of Duty player has tried to hold one “perfect” spot, only to get flanked seconds later. While holding angles can be useful in certain modes, staying still for too long makes you predictable.
Opponents will eventually learn your position, approach from behind, or use grenades and scorestreaks to flush you out.
The key is to stay mobile and unpredictable. Move between positions, use different sightlines, and stay aware of where your team is pushing. Rotating across the map keeps enemies guessing — and helps you control the flow of combat instead of reacting to it.
Being aware of your surroundings doesn’t mean running around recklessly. Move deliberately, use sound cues, and anticipate enemy spawns to stay one step ahead.
🧠 Leveling Up Your Game
Improving at Call of Duty multiplayer isn’t about mastering every mechanic overnight — it’s about recognizing bad habits and replacing them with smarter strategies.
Everyone — from casual players to top-tier pros — makes mistakes. The difference lies in how quickly they adapt.
As Black Ops 7 approaches, take time to:
- Use your equipment with purpose.
- Slow down and plan your engagements.
- Build loadouts that fit your strengths.
- Keep moving and stay aware of your environment.
Do that, and you’ll not only survive the chaos of launch week — you’ll dominate it.