Renowned Warzone Cheat Supplier Allegedly Closing Operations

Phantom Overlay, a leading provider of cheats for Call of Duty: Warzone, is reportedly preparing to shut down its operations. This move aligns with Activision’s relentless efforts to combat cheaters and ensure all players experience fair gameplay, especially in their popular free-to-play title, Call of Duty: Warzone.

The franchise has been grappling with hackers for quite some time, and the issue skyrocketed with Warzone’s release in 2020. The title’s free-to-play nature removed financial barriers, making it easier for cheaters to access hacks by simply subscribing to cheat services. Given Warzone’s massive player base, strong demand persists for cheats, fueled by competitive content creators aiming to distinguish themselves and players who crave an edge over others.

In a recent development, Phantom Overlay revealed on their private Discord server that they are “closing immediately” for unspecified reasons, aiming for a complete shutdown within 32 days from their announcement. In their statement, the company assured customers that it was not an “exit scam,” apologizing to those who had purchased a “lifetime key” and promising partial refunds. In December 2024, the company had transitioned to a “closed private community” approach to avoid detection after several rival cheat providers were shut down.

Activision’s fight to shut down cheat providers for Call of Duty: Warzone is no walk in the park, as legal proceedings to end these operations require significant time, resources, and research. Nonetheless, the company persists in its efforts to prevent players from purchasing and using cheats in Call of Duty titles. This ongoing battle is bolstered by the introduction of Call of Duty’s RICOCHET Anti-Cheat system, which serves to minimize the impact of hackers and foster a frustration-free gaming environment.

Despite Activision’s success in eliminating several cheating providers, Warzone remains under constant siege from hackers during this legal process, which often involves issuing cease and desist letters. The RICOCHET Anti-Cheat system has marginally eased the situation with its real-time mitigation and prevention capabilities. Yet, many players still don’t feel secure from hackers. While shutting down cheat providers is a positive achievement, many players believe that an in-game fully functional anti-cheat system is essential for effectively tackling the challenge.