Call of Duty: Black Ops 6has been rolling out crossovers and special skins since its October launch, and one recent leak has suggested that aTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtlescollaboration is on the way sometime in the near future. The claim suggesting thatTMNTis coming toBlack Ops 6is based on data mining evidence that could offer a hint at the beloved “heroes in a half shell” playing a role in a crossover.Black Ops 6has already confirmed high-profile collaborations with beloved pop culture properties, butTMNTwill be a major franchise to feature, if true.
According to an X account called COD Warfare, an unnamed data miner has shared screenshots that they claim prove aTMNTcrossover inBlack Ops 6is imminent. While there is no mention of actual skins featured in this potential crossover, the data miner responsible for this bit of news has found five melee weapons listed within the game that seem to clearly point toTMNT.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Could Be Coming to Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
Leaked Melee Weapons
This list of melee weapons may not outright confirm aTMNTcrossover, but this roster is perfectly in line with the items all four turtles use in combat. The inclusion of a skateboard only further gives weight to these leaks, as well. This wouldn’t be the first timeTMNTwas featured in aCall of Dutygame, either.Shredder was added toModern Warfare 2last year, and that has only made this leakedTMNTcollaboration feel that much more likely.
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With the four turtles' weapons represented in the data ofBlack Ops 6, it feels like only time will tell whenTMNTmakes an official appearance in the game. Of course, until Activision makes an announcement, this is still considered a rumor, but the evidence regarding such a crossover is strong. However,TMNTpotentiallycollaborating withBlack Ops 6could bring forth more controversy than excitement, as the game’s various collaborations and cosmetics have been divisive among players.
Other rumored crossovers claimed to potentially be coming toCall of Duty: Black Ops 6include major Xbox-exclusive franchises likeHalo,Gears of War, andDoom.
Call of Duty’s Crossover Skins Continue to Cause Controversy
Through the years, theCall of Dutyfranchise has embraced more extravagant skins and crossovers that some players claim distract from the experience. For longtime fans who prefer a more grounded military simulator, fighting against a skin likeBlack Ops 6’s new Astro Chickencan be frustrating. Possibly featuring the likenesses of Leonardo, Michelangelo, Raphael, and Donatello will likely only fuel this divisiveness further. Such skins have yet to be confirmed, though. It’s also possible that such a crossover could only feature these special melee weapons. Attacking players with a katana or a skateboard may still cause some controversy, but it’s still more grounded than giant turtles with ninja skills running around the map.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6recently confirmed an upcoming crossover with the hit Netflix showSquid Game. TheSquid Game-inspired skins are scheduled to launch in January.
As of now, these leaks can only be considered rumors until Activision confirms whether this data is accurate or not.Black Ops 6has been a strong entryin the franchise so far, but it seems like pop culture crossovers and over-the-top skins are here to stay. Some players love it, and others hate it, but it will be interesting to see ifTMNTmakes its way intoBlack Ops 6soon.
