At Gamescom Opening Night Live 2025, Activision officially revealed Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. The game is set to release worldwide on November 14 across platforms. It features a new cooperative campaign, a large multiplayer lineup, and the return of round-based Zombies.
A Co-Op Campaign Built for Replay
The Black Ops 7 campaign is fully playable solo or with up to four players. Returning characters David Mason and Raul Menendez join newcomers like Emma Kagan in a story spanning diverse locations. These include neon-lit rooftops in Japan, the Mediterranean coast, and even inside the human psyche. Players will also explore Avalon, a sprawling city central to the narrative.
The campaign culminates in Endgame, a large-scale experience. It puts all the player’s earned abilities and skills to the test.
Multiplayer Expands with 18 Maps
At launch, multiplayer includes 16 core 6v6 maps (13 new and three returning from Black Ops 2) and two new large-scale maps. Set in 2035, the arsenal features near-future weapons and gear. Everything is rebuilt for the era.
A new Overclock system allows players to upgrade Scorestreaks, Field Upgrades, and Equipment. This happens the more they use them. Hybrid Combat Specialties expand perks with mix-and-match abilities. Enhanced movement options, such as wall jumps, bring fresh dynamics to combat.
Black Ops 7 also introduces Skirmish, a 20v20 large-scale mode. It includes vehicles, wing suits, grappling hooks, and multi-objective battles across two maps.
Zombies Return with New Twists
Round-Based Zombies mode returns with vehicle gameplay and larger environments. The Dark Aether storyline continues as the Black Ops 6 crew crosses paths with alternate versions of Richtofen, Nikolai, Takeo, and Dempsey.
Classic Survival maps make a comeback, while Dead Ops Arcade 4 delivers chaotic arenas. It includes new weapons and over-the-top action for both solo and squad play.
Preorder Bonuses and Game Pass Perks
The Black Ops 7 beta will run October 2–8, with early access for preorders and eligible Game Pass subscribers. Players who preorder or subscribe will also unlock the Reznov Challenge Pack in Black Ops 6 and Call of Duty: Warzone.
The Vault Edition includes four Operators, five Mastercraft weapon blueprints, Zombies GobbleGums, a season of BlackCell content, and more.
