In the Call of Duty franchise, melee mechanics have always been a topic of debate among players. The upcoming Black Ops 6 will introduce a dedicated melee weapon slot, allowing players to carry a melee weapon in addition to their primary and secondary firearms.
This new addition is an interesting one for sure but there’s also reason to worry. Players recall how melee mechanics in previous titles like Modern Warfare 3 were overpowered and eventually had to be nerfed.
Call of Duty Players Are Too Familiar With the Power of Melee Weapons
Treyarch, the studio behind Black Ops 6 announced the return of dedicated melee weapons. Unlike previous games where players had to choose between a melee weapon and a sidearm, Black Ops 6 will allow players to carry a primary weapon, a secondary weapon, and a dedicated melee weapon.
Nerfing Melees?
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Treyarch’s Associate Director of Design, Matt Scronce, has assured fans that they are approaching melee tuning with caution. The goal is to prevent melee weapons from becoming too dominant while still offering a viable close-combat option.
One of the main complaints about melee weapons in Modern Warfare 3 was their “obnoxious” nature. Players often found themselves at the mercy of snipers who, after missing a shot, could instantly switch to a melee weapon and close the distance.
Can we nerf the melee ?
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Modern Warfare 3‘s Season 2 update brought a much-needed nerf to melee weapons, reducing the lunge distance by 30%. This change was a direct response to player feedback as players felt that melee attacks were overpowered. Combined with the speed and distance at which melee attacks could connect, it was frustrating to face.
Black Ops 6 Is Setting Itself up to Be a Game Changer for the Franchise
Black Ops 6 is set to have a beta which will provide players with an early look at the game’s new features. The beta will take place in two phases. A private beta will run from August 30 to September 4 for those who pre-order the game or subscribe to Game Pass. Following this, a public beta will be available from September 6 to 9 for players on all platforms.
The Black Ops 6 beta marks the first time in over a decade that players on all platforms will be able to participate simultaneously. Previously, marketing deals between Activision and console manufacturers meant that one platform typically received early access.
This year, Microsoft’s ownership of Activision means that all players can experience the beta at the same time. Fans can expect more details about the beta in the Call of Duty Next showcase on August 28.
Fans are eager to see how Treyarch balances the power and accessibility of melee weapons. Whether these changes satisfy the community remains to be seen, but it’s a big step towards improving the Call of Duty multiplayer experience.
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