Black Ops 7 Ricochet Update: Fast Bans and Real-Time Detection

This is all happening in Black Ops 7, the latest entry in the franchise that’s trying very hard to win back the community after years of uneven releases and cheater-infested matches. The fact that Activision is finally getting proactive about cheating—rather than just issuing vague statements and hoping for the best—is a big deal.

But let’s not pretend this is a flawless system. Ricochet has had its fair share of hiccups. When it first launched, it was more of a PR stunt than a functional solution. Cheaters adapted quickly, and legitimate players got caught in the crossfire. But now? It’s starting to feel like the devs are actually listening. They’re refining detection methods, improving ban speed, and even rolling out updates that target specific cheat behaviors.

Secure Boot: The Preventative Strike

Secure Boot is especially interesting because it’s not just reactive—it’s preventative. It stops modified clients from launching in the first place, which means fewer cheaters even make it into the match. Combine that with Ricochet’s real-time monitoring, and you’ve got a layered defense system that’s finally doing what it promised.

Cheaters Cry, Players Rejoice

Of course, cheaters will always find new ways to be annoying. That’s just the nature of online gaming. But the fact that 97% of them are getting booted in under half an hour? That’s a win. It’s not just about protecting the game—it’s about restoring trust. Players want to know that their time and skill matter, and that they’re not just cannon fodder for someone running a $20 cheat script.

Can Activision Keep the Momentum?

Activision says it’s committed to transparency and ongoing updates, which is great—but let’s see if they stick to it. The community’s been burned before. Still, if this momentum keeps up, Black Ops 7 might actually become the cleanest Call of Duty experience we’ve had in years.

So here’s hoping Ricochet keeps ricocheting, Secure Boot keeps booting, and cheaters keep crying. We’ve earned a few fair matches, and it’s about time the system started working for the players instead of against them.