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Call of Duty: Black Ops 6is about to make headlines with its latest cosmetic addition, the Club Thumper baseball bat. Designed as a hybrid melee weapon and party prop, the baseball bat will open up to reveal a DJing cat surrounded by speakers. And boy are fans going to riot.
Call of Dutyis an iconic franchise, one of the biggest in the industry. Gamers know it for its gritty military themes and gameplay. But recently, the franchise has faced increasing criticism for veering into flashy, cartoonish aesthetics that many fans believe clash with its core identity.
Black Ops 6is Adding A Rave Cat Baseball Bat Skin
The Club Thumper baseball bat is the perfect example ofCall of Duty‘s pivot toward extravagant cosmetics. The weapon’s flashing lights, electronic music, and animated cat DJ starkly contrast with the game’s traditionally gritty tone. With these new Fortnite-like cosmetics, fans really think the franchise has taken a turn for the worse.
Baseball bat that turns into a rave with a cat as the DJ in Call of Duty Black Ops 6pic.twitter.com/YV4UcLqUD6
Fortnite’s success has undeniably influenced the gaming industry, especially in terms of cosmetics. Its cartoonish aesthetics and bold designs have been a blueprint for engaging younger audiences and driving microtransaction sales. And it’s very apparent that other games, includingBlack Ops 6, follow that trend.But fans aren’t interested.
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Call of Dutyhas never been a strictly realistic shooter, but it has always had a semi-grounded approach that was a good fit for players seeking a military-inspired experience. From itsModern Warfarecampaigns to multiplayer modes with realistic weapon designs, the franchise found its niche and it worked.
Fortnite has had a detrimental impact on gaming.
What in the fuck has this game become? It’s just no build Fortnite now.
This identity crisis isn’t new. The franchise has balanced realism and accessibility since the start. However, the shift toward colorful, cartoonish aesthetics gained momentum withAdvanced Warfarein 2014, which introduced playful skins like gingerbread men. Though that one was for a good cause.
They Affect More Than Just TheCoDAesthetic
At the heart of this is Activision’s monetization strategy. Cosmetics are a big source of revenue, and the financial success ofBlack Ops 6supports this approach approach. So despite fan pushback, Activision probably won’t change anything anytime soon. It’s making money so why stop whenwe can ignore all problems?
I pray black ops 6 gets Re optimizedMw3 325+ fpsTo barely getting 100 on black ops 6I’ve tried everythingResize barAll low settingsAdjusted my notepad configurationNothing is working
Beyond aesthetics, flashy cosmetics like the Club Thumper may also affect gameplay. Players report that extravagant designs can be distracting and even impact performance, with frame rates dropping during matches. While some argue that bright skins make enemies easier to spot, many feel that the visual clutter disrupts their focus.
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To regain its footing,Call of Dutymust find a balance between creativity and authenticity. While some experimentation is inevitable in a competitive market, going too over the top with the trendy aesthetic also goes away from the franchise’s own aesthetic.
The absence of an option to toggle skins, like the feature available inCall of Duty: Mobileis also annoying. If the people who like the skins are buying them anyway, Activision could easily make an option for the ones who don’t disable it. Be it for preference or performance.
What do you think about the direction thatCall of Dutyhas taken? Let us know in the comments!
Daniel Royte
Gaming Writer
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As part of the FandomWire team, Daniel has followed the hero-shooter genre closely with a focus on titles like VALORANT, Apex Legends, and Marvel Rivals. You can also find him providing insight on the latest AAA titles from Elden Ring to GTA 6 and exploring the world of gacha games like Genshin Impact and Wuthering Waves. With more than 1,000 articles under his belt, you’ll need to look no further for a unique insight into every situation.If he’s not looking for the latest video game news, you’ll find him cheering on Ferrari in the race tracks of Formula 1 or at the theatres for the latest MCU releases.
