Optimizing file sizes for massive games like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is generally welcomed, especially given the demand for console storage. This week`s latest update for Black Ops 6 seemingly delivered on this front, drastically shrinking the game`s footprint. However, this positive change has been overshadowed by significant problems for some players, with reports indicating the update effectively deleted the game from their systems.
A staff member from GameSpot observed a substantial reduction in file size, dropping from 222.1 GB to a mere 122.8 GB after the update.
Despite this impressive file size decrease, numerous players on Reddit have reported that the update entirely removed Black Ops 6 from their consoles. It appears the core game installation was deleted, leaving behind only the much smaller Call of Duty HQ launcher. While Black Ops 6 can be reinstalled along with its downloadable content packs and multiplayer components, the actual file size reduction experienced by individual players may vary, depending on the amount of content they had previously acquired and downloaded since the game`s release.
Beyond the file size controversy, the Version 1.080 update brings several anticipated improvements. These include essential bug fixes, weapon balancing adjustments, the introduction of a new multiplayer map, and additional game modes such as `Reckoning Directed` for zombies.
In related news, some fans recently expressed disappointment over the decision that weapon and operator skins purchased in Black Ops 6 will not transfer over to Black Ops 7. This news comes as Black Ops 6`s lifecycle approaches its end, with Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 slated for launch on November 14 across Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC.