Terminator skin gets visibility nerf in the new Warzone and Black Ops 6 update ⇒ CODIntel

A brand-new update for Call Of Duty: Warzone and Black Ops 6 has just dropped, bringing major gameplay adjustments, bug fixes, and a limited-time free access event. The most talked-about change is the nerf to the overpowered T800 Terminator skin, which now has improved visibility to reduce its pay-to-win feel. Alongside this, players can enjoy smoother performance, fixed UI issues, weapon loot changes in Warzone, and access to over 25 multiplayer maps and 5 zombie maps during the free trial running through April 11, 2025.

Major patch brings balance changes, bug fixes, and free access for all players

The latest update for Call of Duty: Warzone and Black Ops 6 is now live, and it’s one of the most impactful patches of Season 3 so far. Not only does it nerf the controversial T800 Terminator skin, but it also introduces UI fixes, zombies mode tweaks, and a full-on free access event for players looking to try multiplayer and zombies for the first time.

Let’s break down everything you need to know about the April patch notes and what they mean for your gameplay.

T800 skin finally gets nerfed for visibility

The Terminator T800 operator skin has been a source of frustration in the community since its release, mostly due to how difficult it was to spot on certain maps. In this patch, the developers have made a visibility adjustment specifically to the end titanium core skins. This makes the T800 far easier to identify in firefights, especially in darker areas of maps.

The update affects Warzone, multiplayer, and zombies, so no matter what mode you’re playing, you’ll see the difference.

According to content creator HunterTV, the visibility changes are present but may not go far enough. In a side-by-side comparison, the updated skin still blends into the environment in certain lighting conditions. Expect more tweaks to this operator skin in upcoming patches as developers continue to fine-tune it.

Learn more about the Terminator skin from WhosImmortal on YouTube.

Global updates and UI fixes

Beyond cosmetic changes, this patch introduced several global updates that apply across all modes:

Ricochet Anti-Cheat: PC players now have to go through a new account verification process when linking accounts. This aims to protect users from having their stolen accounts used by cheaters, which often leads to a permanent ban.
Unlock Requirements Fixed: Many players were confused about how to unlock the monolithic suppressor and SWAT 5.56 Grow conversion kit. This patch updates the unlock descriptions. These items are not earned through weapon leveling but are exclusively tied to the battle pass or purchaseable bundles.
Stability improvements: While no specifics were listed, general stability updates have been made across all platforms.

Multiplayer changes in Black Ops 6

The multiplayer side of Black Ops 6 also received a few quality-of-life updates:

Nomad mini map fix: The mini-map was zoomed in too far, which caused navigation issues during matches. This has been fixed.
Mastery camo progress: Tracked progress for mastery camos was not displaying correctly. That bug has now been resolved.
Stability: Again, vague notes mention improvements to various stability issues that had affected recent multiplayer matches.

Zombies gameplay fixes for Shattered Veil and Citadel Day

Fans of the zombies mode will be happy to know that several major bugs have been resolved in this patch:

Shattered Veil: Fixes include a white screen glitch after the final encounter cutscene, broken ritual sequences in the Liminal Library, and players getting stuck on environmental geometry.
Zombie types: Brain-rotted toxic zombies will no longer take damage from other toxic zombies, and a duplication glitch with the Ray Gun Mark I has been patched.
Citadel Day: The lightning rod zombie, which was previously invulnerable to weapon attacks, can now be killed as intended.
Weapons and mods: A fix was applied to the Dragon’s Breath fire mod, which was accidentally applying fire damage on melee hits.
Gobblegum exploit: Players using Nowhere But There to teleport into off-limits armories will no longer be able to do so.

The Warzone loot pool gets cleaned up

Warzone has also seen some gameplay-affecting changes, particularly in terms of what weapons are now available in ground loot and supply boxes.

Weapons removed: The DM10, Sarov, and SVD have been taken out of the loot pool. Many players had issues with these weapons, especially the Sarov, which was criticized for its poor fire rate and weak damage output.
Loadout crate bug: A glitch that caused primary weapons to drop on the ground when grabbing a loadout has now been patched.
Buy station labels: After switching between playlists, buy station item labels were displaying incorrectly. That issue has now been fixed.

Black Ops 6 goes free-to-play for a limited time

In what might be the best part of this patch, Call of Duty has opened up Black Ops 6 to free-to-play access until April 11, 2025. That means even if you don’t own BO6, you can now jump into both multiplayer and zombie modes for free.

This free access includes:

25+ multiplayer maps, such as Nuketown, Firing Range, Nomad, and Barrage.
10+ game modes, including Domination, Team Deathmatch, Hardpoint, Kill Confirmed, Control, Sharpshooter, and Headquarters.
5 full zombies maps, including Liberty Falls, The Tomb, Terminus, Citadel Day, and Shattered Veil.

It’s a massive opportunity for players who mainly stick to Warzone to experience what BO6 has to offer. Whether you’re grinding camos, leveling weapons faster in multiplayer, or teaming up for a zombie run, the free trial offers real gameplay value.

To try out the free access, you can visit the official Call of Duty-free trial page. You can also stay updated with the latest news here at CODIntel.

Minor changes, major impact

This April patch might not come with a massive content drop, but its balancing tweaks and bug fixes will noticeably improve player experience. From operator skin updates to clearer UI and expanded access to game modes, it’s a smart move from the developers as Season 3 continues to build momentum.

Keep an eye out for more small updates in the coming days, especially if the T800 skin continues to frustrate players despite the first round of visibility fixes.