Pros Are Having a Hard Time Getting a 2.0 K/D in Black Ops Cold War Because of SBMM

Another day, another debate about skill-based matchmaking (SBMM). Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War launched on November 13 and it seems that players are already frustrated with the SBMM system in the game.

It is not surprising considering the debate kicked off during the game?s beta phase itself. Now, Call of Duty pro Censor has shared some interesting stats which show the strength of the SBMM in Black Ops Cold War.

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He tweeted, ?SBMM in Black Ops Cold War is so strong, that not a single pro player on my friends list has a 2.0 KD?

Pro players are finding it difficult to get a 2.0+ K/D in Black Ops Cold War

This is an interesting development considering a 2.0 K/D is difficult to achieve, but not always this tough. Censor gave an example of how CoD Pro Crimsix is one of the best players in the world and still doesn?t have a 2.0 K/D. Even popular YouTuber and co-owner of CDL team Royal Ravens, Vikkstar, was surprised.

The list that Censor shared consisted of some high-profile names including Symfuhny, Zlaner, and C6. Although, the thread had replies from players with a K/D higher than 2 which brings this debate back to square one.

SBMM has the gaming community divided

The reason many don?t like SBMM is that it doesn?t let them have a casual experience. The ?sweating? problem that Censor suggested is genuine, and it takes away the fun sometimes. On the other hand, those supporting SBMM feel that the system is necessary to get better as a player. Both sides have valid points that make this debate even more complex.

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Although, a lot of the community members have had issues with professional players calling SBMM out. Somehow they feel that pros shouldn?t complain about the matches being too difficult considering they compete in that game for a living. While that may be partly true, even they need a casual gaming experience every once in a while. If the SBMM system doesn?t allow them to do that even occasionally, it seems rather unfair.

Nevertheless, there will always be two sides to this debate, and it will always be difficult to find a solution to this problem. One substitute to SBMM is a ranked-based system, but even that comes with its own pros and cons. For now, high-profile gamers are struggling to make it to the top in BOCW and it is something Activision will be keeping a close eye on.