Fans of Call of Duty have recently been taken aback by the introduction of a whimsical unicorn finisher set to appear in Black Ops 6. This latest finisher continues the trend of increasingly eccentric finishing moves observed in the franchise over recent years.
Examples of this trend include the Witchcraft bundle released for Modern Warfare 2 in 2019, featuring a striking “Death Summons” finisher that left its victims ensnared in a pentagram, twisting their forms in midair. Another instance can be found in Vanguard, where a move called “Gravity Inversion” was inspired by King Kong, allowing players to effortlessly hurl opponents across the map. However, the upcoming unicorn finisher for Black Ops 6 is poised to be the most outlandish yet.
Introducing the Unicorn Finisher: A New Level of Absurdity
The forthcoming Season 1 Reloaded update for the Call of Duty store is set to roll out numerous bundles, including the Tracer Pack Brightmare Mastercraft Ultra Skin Bundle. This unicorn-inspired collection will unlock an array of items, such as the “Painbow” Jackal PDW SMG blueprint and the “Brightrider” Operator Ultra Skin.
Of particular interest is the Refraction Action Finishing Move, which has notably captured the community’s imagination. A clip released by HeyImAlaix portrays a player skillfully engaging with a unicorn, lifting its tail to unleash lethal rainbow vapors upon an enemy.
a unicorn fart finishing move coming soon to black ops 6 pic.twitter.com/0Pj5005Hjq
— CharlieIntel (@charlieINTEL) December 13, 2024
Reactions from the Call of Duty community illustrate a mix of humor and skepticism regarding the unicorn finisher. Many players expressed their bewilderment on social media, with one Twitter/X user commenting in response to CharlieIntel’s announcement, “This is why I don’t touch modern CoD multiplayer anymore.”
Additionally, streamer FaZe Scope echoed the sentiments of many, stating, “Mil sim fans just fell to their knees,” reflecting a growing discontent among traditional military simulation enthusiasts. Comments on similar tweets from ModernWarzone further illustrate this divide, with numerous users criticizing Call of Duty for attempting to emulate the success of Fortnite.
Jon Wkey Rush, a noted streamer, poignantly remarked, “The gasps of a dying empire. Desperately chasing an ounce of what Fortnite has,” highlighting the ongoing debate surrounding the future direction of the franchise. Ironically, as Call of Duty shifts towards more playful content, Fortnite has recently launched its own Battle Royale mode, attracting a wider audience, including shooter fans.
As this unprecedented inclusion of a unicorn-themed finisher unfolds, it remains to be seen how it will be received by an increasingly diverse player base.
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