The headline change for many console and PC veterans is the expanded detection of tools like Cronus Zen and XIM Matrix. These devices are often used to gain an unfair advantage through scripts that eliminate recoil or provide enhanced aim assist. RICOCHET now identifies these peripherals more accurately, and players caught using them will face warnings, mitigation measures, or permanent bans.
PC security is also getting a significant bump. To combat the cycle of banned cheaters simply making new accounts, SMS Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) is now mandatory for all newly created free-to-play Activision accounts on PC. This requirement specifically targets players who do not own a premium Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 license or another title from the last two years, adding a friction layer that makes
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