The most recent update for Black Ops 6 has made some notable adjustments to the D1.3 Sector, aiming to promote the use of various types of ammunition and to introduce some minor weapon balancing tweaks in Warzone.
Season 2 Reloaded brought the D1.3 Sector, a distinctly designed knife launcher that has become a reliable secondary weapon in multiplayer matches. Without any magazine attachments, this weapon can deliver substantial damage—up to 150 points from any distance with each shot.
That said, players often find that the Explosive Blades are less effective due to a limited blast radius. On the other hand, the Ricochet Blades tend to show significant drops in damage, falling from 150 to just 75 points per shot, which can make them less appealing.
Additionally, the D1.3 Sector’s performance seems to vary significantly in Warzone, leading developers to take notice and make adjustments in the latest patch. Besides the updates to the D1.3 Sector, other buffs and nerfs have also been implemented in this round of updates.
Black Ops 6 Patch Details
The complete patch notes for Black Ops 6 are available on their official site, detailing all the changes made in this update.
Events
One notable event highlighted in the patch is the TMNT Event, which has had its closing date moved to March 20th at 10 AM PT.
Weapons: Multiplayer & Zombies
D1.3 Sector Enhancements
Recent patches have focused on improving specific weapon types like the D1.3 Sector.
Ricochet Blades have undergone the following adjustments:
- Damage has increased from 75 to 100 points.
- Rate of fire has decreased, making these blades slightly slower but more powerful.
- Projectile speed has also seen a reduction.
- The physics involved in bouncing have been improved, enhancing their usability in various settings.
This strategy is focused on promoting the use of Ricochet Blades for one-hit kills, hoping to boost interest and use of these blades based on community feedback about their practical application.
Gunsmith Updates
The Gunsmith feature also experienced several improvements, including a fix that now allows players to access it during matches.
Multiplayer Changes
Within multiplayer modes, various map tweaks have also been made. For example, in the "Bullet" map, the sliding doors will no longer open when shot.
In Private Matches, notably the Infected mode, issues related to player spawns have been addressed, and the game mode is back online for play.
Perks Adjustments
In terms of perks, a change was made to Tracker, removing an unintended outline effect when players aim down sights at pinged enemies.
Challenges
An issue that previously affected the “Fast Times” Camo Challenge, specifically linked to the D1.3 Sector, has been resolved.
User Interface Updates
Challenges that are tracked in the UI have also received an update; they will now be organized according to completion percentages, making it easier for players to see their progress.
Zombies Improvements
In the Zombies mode, certain map issues have been addressed, including problems where the Guardian could bypass certain downing mechanics.
Weapons Fixes
Another crucial fix involved the Overheat meter, which wasn’t displaying correctly with the Belt Fed LMG Magazine attachment. There’s also a known issue where the Overheat meter will appear when using specific Wonder Weapons, which the developers plan to address in a future update.
Warzone Patch Notes
The launch of Warzone’s patch also brings in a host of changes and improvements, detailed in the comprehensive patch notes available on the official Call of Duty site.
In summary, this latest update aims to enhance gameplay experience by fine-tuning various aspects of weapon balancing and addressing player feedback for both the D1.3 Sector and other elements throughout the game modes. Players can explore these changes by diving into the new patch and adjusting their strategies accordingly.