Activision has revealed that the Directed mode in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 has significantly increased player engagement with the main quest, nearly doubling the participation rate. While many players of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Zombies focus on survival, the introduction of Directed mode has shifted some attention towards the narrative aspect of the game.

Since its inception in World at War, the Zombies mode has always had a compelling storyline that has grown more complex with each new installment, including Black Ops 6. Despite a decline in the overall player base since its release, Zombies continues to attract a dedicated community. Traditionally, the mode involves a wave-based system where up to four players fend off increasingly difficult enemies, often prioritizing upgrading their weapons and defenses over following the story. However, the introduction of Zombies Directed mode with the Season 1 update has been a game-changer, quickly gaining popularity among players.

According to a recent Call of Duty blog post, Directed mode has boosted the main quest completion rate from 4% to 8.23%. This impressive increase was measured over 480 million hours of gameplay, with a notable portion logged since the mode's debut on November 14. Treyarch's goal was to encourage more Zombies players to engage with the main quest, and the doubling of completion rates is a clear indicator of success. However, with just over 90% of players still not completing the main quest, Treyarch is committed to finding additional ways to boost these numbers.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6's Directed Mode Made Major Improvements in One Key Area

The Season 1 update for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 brought not only Directed mode but also three new maps, two game modes, and other enhancements. Directed mode introduces a structured path for players, guiding them through the latest chapter of the Zombies storyline. The Zombies narrative, which spans interdimensional portals, zero-point energy, time travel, and teleportation, can be challenging for new players to follow. While previous versions left much to the player's initiative, Directed mode in Black Ops 6 provides the necessary guidance to help players engage with the story.

With the implementation of Directed mode, more Zombies enthusiasts than ever before are completing the main quest. As Treyarch continues to refine and update Black Ops 6, future enhancements to both Zombies and Directed mode are expected to further improve the main quest completion rates, enriching the gaming experience for all players.