Glitch Causes Banned Nickmercs Call of Duty Skin to Reappear for Some Players
Activision confirms the reappearance was unintentional, limited to certain users, and has since been fixed, leaving the skin unavailable for purchase.
- A glitch in Call of Duty temporarily caused the banned Nickmercs Operator skin to reappear in the in-game store for some players on March 23, 2025.
- Activision clarified that the reappearance was unintentional and limited to players, including hackers, who already owned the skin prior to its removal in 2023.
- The Nickmercs skin was originally removed in June 2023 after the streamer made controversial comments about LGBTQ+ topics during Pride Month.
- The glitch has fueled speculation among fans about a potential return of the skin, though Activision has confirmed it remains unavailable for purchase.
- The issue has been patched, and the skin is no longer visible in the store, marking the latest chapter in an ongoing debate about gaming monetization and inclusivity.
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