There is a new movement mechanic introduced in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 named Omnimovement that, as the name suggests, lets you move in pretty much any direction you want, at any time. This new feature upgrades the previous movement abilities to a new level giving you more freedom on the battlefield. You can strafe sideways while sprinting, dive backward, and slide in a full circle—the options are almost endless kind of like giving every character the agility of a stunt double.
However, you might find yourself stuck when trying to get the hang of the Omnimovement but it’s a necessity to learn to increase your chances of winning the fights. So, this Black Ops 6 Omnimovement guide tells you how it works, the best Omnimovement settings, and tips to take the best advantage of it.
Best Settings for Omnimovement in Black Ops 6
Omnimovement is a powerful mechanic that now lets you do a lot of new things with sprinting or diving movements which you can’t do before BO6, but only if you set this feature up properly. Here are the settings that, after some serious trial and error, I found work best:
Key Movement Settings
- Tactical Sprint Assist: Turn it on. This helps you keep the fast-paced sprint going even if you’re zigzagging like a maniac.
- Sprint Assist Sideways and Backwards: Enable both; this is what lets you sprint in every direction, not just forward.
- Slide/Dive Behavior: Set this to Hybrid as it lets you both slide and dive with a single-button setup. Tap it to slide, and hold it to dive. Very useful when you’re trying to pull off complex maneuvers without pressing three buttons at once.
Advanced Settings Tweaks
- Mantle Assist: I keep this Partial. It helps with the smooth climbs over low walls but won’t have you automatically mounting every obstacle like an overeager mountain climber.
- Automatic Airborne Mantle: Keep it Off. There’s nothing worse than accidentally grabbing a ledge when you’re trying to jump-shot someone. Keep it manual to stay in control.
- Auto Door Peek: Optional, but I keep it Off for an easy flow. It’s tempting, but sometimes busting through a door is more satisfying than peeking through it.
You can play around with these settings in the Training Course (BO6 has a full playground for practicing your moves!) and see what works best for you but these mentioned are recommended options. Once you have the right Omnimovement settings and know how to properly use these movements, you’ll then be able to comfortably dive, slide, and all the rest without getting shot in the face every five seconds.
Basic Omnimovement Tricks to Survive Longer
Regarding the tactics, Omnimovement is only as good as you make it. Here are some core moves you should practice to become a slippery, uncatchable menace.
- Sliding Around Corners: Classic Call of Duty, right? But with Omnimovement, sliding around a corner is more smoother, and you can now slide backward or sideways to add some flair. You can do that to dodge an ambush or surprise the sniper hiding down the hallway.
- Dolphin Diving for Cover: The new dive mechanics are a blast. You can dive in any direction now, so if you see a grenade rolling toward you, dive out there. Or, use this movement to quickly get behind cover, especially if you’re sprinting into enemy fire.
- Slide-to-Prone Move: This one’s a little advanced but very fun once you get the hang of it. Start with a slide, then immediately hold down to go prone. You’ll transition nicely into a lying position, giving you the sneaky edge when you need to hide fast or surprise a closer enemy.
Advanced Omnimovement Combos to Mess with Your Opponents
Once you’re comfortable with the basics, you can get fancy with the more complex moves. These are a few advanced combos to heavily deal with your opponents:
- Counter-Strafe: Imagine you’re running at an enemy, then suddenly you slide to the side, drop to prone, and switch direction. It’s basically a mind game. Your opponent will have no idea which way you’re coming from. They’ll be left shooting air while you line up your shots.
- Chaining Movements: Omnimovement allows you to link moves in ways that feel almost dance-like. Try diving, then quickly sliding once you land, and follow it up with a quick sprint in a new direction. It takes practice, but once you nail it, you’ll be an unstoppable pro on the field.
- Reloading While Diving: Yes, you can reload while diving. This is a huge advantage if you’re caught mid-reload in a fight. With the right perks, like Gung-Ho, you can reload during a Tactical Sprint, dive to dodge, and keep the mag fresh for the next enemy.
Experiment, Experiment, Experiment
Omnimovement is all about finding what works best for you. My favorite moves might not be yours, so take the time to experiment. Use the Training Course to play with different combinations and get friendly with your settings. And don’t be afraid to tweak things if something does not work the way you want—everyone’s playstyle is different, and the best setup is the one that you prefer to use the one that helps you to play at another level.
In actual matches, don’t worry if you mess up a few times or end up dolphin-diving straight into an enemy’s shotgun. (Yes, I speak from experience.) The more you practice, the more Black Ops 6’s Omnimovement will seem like second nature.
Omnimovement gives a completely new level of freedom to Black Ops 6, and once you understand how it works, nothing can stop you in combats. Sure, there’s a learning curve & practice, but if you put in the time, you can pull off moves that’ll leave your enemies scratching their heads (or respawning).
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