In a surprising turn of events, a player of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 encountered another player sporting a Mangler skin during a multiplayer match, indicating that hackers may now have the ability to transform into characters from the Zombies mode in the public multiplayer experience.

The community is abuzz with claims that the player’s ability to appear as a Mangler is not legit. This speculation is fueled by the fact that while Black Ops 6 features numerous Zombie skins, none replicate the height and stature of a Mangler.

“It’s definitely hacks and there’s no way this is legit at all.” – Community User

Since its release in October 2024, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 has faced challenges maintaining its player count on Steam, as incidents of cheating and hacking have surged, despite Activision’s ongoing efforts to improve their Ricochet anti-cheat system.

Players often employ various cheating tools such as aimbots and wallhacks, raising concerns in the community regarding the integrity of the game.

In recent months, issues with hackers have significantly impacted gameplay and player retention, especially within the Ranked Play mode where cheats are rampant.

The implications of this exploit highlight a serious concern for developers and players alike, urging community members to remain vigilant against such cheats.