Ricochet Anti-Cheat is the system Activision uses to protect Call of Duty, including Black Ops 7 and Warzone. It combines a kernel-level driver on PC with server-side analysis, in-game mitigations that mess with suspected players mid-match, shadowbans and large ban waves.
It is not a one-trick system, and that is exactly why the setup you choose matters. This guide explains how Ricochet anti cheat works layer by layer, what damage shield and disarm actually do, how shadowbans and ban waves land, and how Chams builds and updates its Black Ops 7 tools with all of that in mind.
Key Takeaways
- Ricochet protects Call of Duty on PC with a kernel driver, server analysis and reports.
- Mitigations such as damage shield and disarm can hit suspected players during a match.
- "Under review" shadowbans place flagged accounts in separate lobbies while they are investigated.
- Bans often arrive in waves, and hardware-level restrictions are reported for serious cases.
- Chams offers BO7 Ignite, BO7 Ancient and BO7 Chams DMA, plus the Novex Permanent Spoofer, which lists Ricochet.
What Is Ricochet Anti Cheat?
Activision introduced Ricochet as a dedicated Call of Duty security team and toolset, replacing a patchwork of older systems. It now covers the main multiplayer titles and Warzone, with the same core approach carried from one release to the next.
Ricochet is not a single program. It is a combination of client protection on PC, server-side detection, player reporting, manual review and a set of in-game mitigations. Activision regularly posts progress updates and ban numbers, which shows how actively it is maintained.
PC vs console
The kernel driver is a PC component. On console, the closed platform handles much of the client protection, while server-side detection, reports, mitigations and ban waves apply across every platform, because Warzone and multiplayer lobbies mix PC and console players through crossplay. Chams BO7 products are built for the PC version, and BO7 Ignite adds full controller support for players who prefer a pad on PC.
How Ricochet Works Layer by Layer
| Layer | What it does | What it means for you |
|---|---|---|
| Kernel driver (PC) | Watches drivers and processes that try to access the game | Pick a product that is current on the status page |
| Server-side analysis | Looks at aim, movement and stats, including machine learning models | Keep aim humanized and smooth |
| Mitigations | Damage shield, disarm and other effects on suspected players | Unusual behaviour can change how a match plays out |
| Shadowbans | Moves accounts under review into separate lobbies | Watch for "under review" status |
| Ban waves | Groups bans together across many accounts | Follow product status after big updates |
The kernel driver
On PC, Ricochet runs a kernel-level driver that loads with the game. It looks for software that reads or changes game memory and for tools that hook the game's rendering. Recent Call of Duty releases have also added stricter PC requirements such as TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot, so check the official system requirements for the current title.
Server-side detection
The servers see every shot, every movement and every stat. Activision has said it uses machine learning models to spot unusual aim and movement patterns, which is why humanized aim, smoothing and sensible FOV settings matter so much in Call of Duty.
Damage Shield, Disarm and Other Mitigations
Ricochet is famous for punishing suspected players inside the match rather than only banning them later. Activision has described several mitigations:
- Damage Shield: legitimate players take reduced or no damage from a flagged player's shots.
- Disarm: the flagged player's weapons are taken away mid-match.
- Cloaking: enemies become invisible to the flagged player.
- Quicksand: movement is slowed and the screen effects make fights harder.
- Splat: parachutes are disabled during a drop in Warzone.
- Hallucinations: decoy players appear that only the flagged player can see.
These effects are designed to gather evidence and frustrate suspected players. They are a strong reason to keep settings human and to stop using a product the moment its status changes.
Shadowbans and Ban Waves
When an account is flagged, Call of Duty can place it "under review". During that time it is often matched with other flagged accounts, which players call a shadowban. Reviews can end with the account cleared or banned.
Many bans arrive in waves after a big update, rather than straight after a match. Activision announces some of these publicly. Our guide on how ban waves work explains why studios batch them. Hardware-level restrictions are also reported after serious cases, which is where an HWID spoofer comes in.
Chams Black Ops 7 Tools Built Around Ricochet
BO7 Ignite
BO7 Ignite is an external cheat for BO7, Warzone and MW3. It brings a smooth FOV-based aimbot with speed, max distance, retarget and detach time, team and invisible filters, plus recoil control, streamproof ESP with names, health, distance and visible or invisible status, a 2D radar, anti-record, five hotkey configs and full controller support. Keys come in 1 day, 1 week, 1 month and lifetime.
BO7 Ancient
BO7 Ancient focuses on humanized aim, with prediction, bone priority across head, neck, chest, arms and pelvis, smoothing, a visible check and max aim distance. Its ESP covers boxes, skeletons, health bars, weapon and kills display, off-screen arrows, radar and full loot highlights. It adds a 3 month key option.
BO7 Chams DMA
For hardware separation, BO7 Chams DMA runs from a second PC with silent or memory aim, bullet prediction, visible-only targeting, a 360 degree radar, 3D and 2D ESP, skeleton, box and chams views, loot ESP, recoil controls and streamproof overlay options.
Which BO7 product fits you?
| Product | Approach | Standout features | Key lengths |
|---|---|---|---|
| BO7 Ignite | External software | Streamproof ESP, 2D radar, controller support, BO7/WZ/MW3 | 1 day, 1 week, 1 month, lifetime |
| BO7 Ancient | Software | Humanized aimbot, off-screen arrows, loot highlights | 1 day, 1 week, 1 month, 3 month |
| BO7 Chams DMA | DMA, second PC | 360 degree radar, loot ESP, streamproof overlay | 1 day, 1 week, 1 month |
Ready to drop in with the edge? Check the live status page, then grab the BO7 product that fits your style. Keys are delivered automatically right after payment.
HWID Spoofer for Call of Duty
If you are returning after a ban, the Novex Permanent Spoofer lists Ricochet alongside Easy Anti-Cheat and BattlEye. It is a deeper, permanent-style spoofer: it supports all Windows versions including 25H2 and requires a BIOS flash, a Windows reinstall, an 8GB USB and a RAID-capable drive setup, with most motherboards supported except HP, Dell and Alienware. It comes as a one-time or lifetime option, and support can help you plan the setup.
Fixing Common Call of Duty Anti-Cheat Launch Errors
Not every problem is a ban. When the game refuses to start or kicks you on launch, the cause is usually the PC setup, and these steps fix most cases:
- Scan and repair the game files in Battle.net or verify integrity in Steam.
- Enable TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot in the BIOS if the launcher reports that your system does not meet the security requirements.
- Restart Windows after updates so the driver can load cleanly.
- Close overlays and tuning utilities that hook the game window.
- Update GPU drivers, since outdated drivers can cause crashes that look like anti-cheat errors.
Smart Habits for Call of Duty
- Humanize everything. Use smoothing and humanize options, and keep FOV tight.
- Watch for mitigations. If your shots stop doing damage or your weapon disappears, stop and check status.
- Check status after each season update, since big updates are when changes land.
- Use radar and ESP for rotations, not for tracking players through walls.
Why Choose Chams for Black Ops 7
Chams offers three BO7 and Warzone products, from external software to DMA, a live status page, frequent updates after Call of Duty patches, a spoofer that lists Ricochet, and real support from people who play the game. Keys come in day, week, month, 3 month and lifetime lengths depending on the product, and every key is delivered automatically right after payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ricochet anti cheat kernel-level?
Yes. On PC, Ricochet uses a kernel-level driver that loads with the game, alongside server-side detection and reports.
What is damage shield in Call of Duty?
Damage shield is a Ricochet mitigation that reduces or blocks damage from a flagged player's shots, so legitimate players are protected while the account is investigated.
What does "under review" mean?
It means the account has been flagged and is being investigated. Players often call this a shadowban, because the account may be matched with other flagged players.
Which Chams product works for Warzone?
BO7 Ignite supports BO7, Warzone and MW3, with aimbot, streamproof ESP, 2D radar and controller support. BO7 Chams DMA covers hardware setups.
Does any spoofer list Ricochet?
Yes. The Novex Permanent Spoofer lists Ricochet, Easy Anti-Cheat and BattlEye support.
Own the Lobby in Black Ops 7
Ricochet anti cheat has many layers, and the right tool plus smart settings is how you stay ahead. Start with BO7 Ignite for BO7 and Warzone, or compare every option on the Black Ops 7 cheats page. Check the status page, pick your key length, and drop in seeing every threat first.