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This move quickly drew ire from fans, who flooded social media with criticism. Call of Duty's official accounts, including Twitter and YouTube, were ratioed—meaning the ratio of negative comments to likes skyrocketed—highlighting widespread disapproval. Despite the mainstream media's efforts at damage control, outlets like Rolling Stone attempted to frame the controversy as an ongoing issue rooted in broader industry conflicts dating back to Gamergate. However, even media figures faced their own backlash, with their posts being ratioed and challenged by angry gamers.