Call of Duty: Warzone players are experiencing game freezes and crashes during loading screens, sometimes resulting in unfair penalties. While a permanent fix is still in development, developers have implemented a temporary solution.
The Problem: Players reported widespread game freezes and crashes while loading into matches, leading to frustration and unwarranted penalties, including Skill Rating (SR) deductions and temporary match bans. This issue emerged despite a major game update earlier in 2025.
The Temporary Fix: In response to player complaints, Raven Software temporarily suspended SR penalties and timeouts for players disconnecting before joining Ranked matches. This addresses the unfair penalties caused by the loading screen bug. Penalties for leaving mid-match remain in effect.
Developer Response: Raven Software acknowledged the issue and is actively working on a permanent solution. The temporary fix provides immediate relief to players affected by the bug, mitigating the impact of unintended disconnections.
Ongoing Challenges: Despite the temporary fix, the underlying loading screen crash bug persists. This highlights ongoing challenges for the development team in maintaining stability and addressing bugs within the Call of Duty: Warzone experience, particularly impacting Ranked gameplay. Players eagerly await a complete resolution.
