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Everything Announced for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 at Gamescom

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If you’re wondering when Black Ops 7 comes out or what’s new this year, you’ve come to the right place. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 made its grand reveal at Gamescom 2025 Opening Night, giving fans a first look at campaign, multiplayer, and Zombies gameplay—plus the official release date.

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Release Date

After watching the explosive gameplay reveal, the big question was obvious: When does Black Ops 7 release? Activision confirmed the official date—November 14, 2025. The launch also lines up with Call of Duty’s annual Halloween-themed event, The Haunting, making November the highlight month for COD players on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Campaign Gameplay

Treyarch associate creative director Miles Leslie confirmed that Black Ops 7 pushes the timeline forward into the year 2035, serving as a direct sequel to Black Ops 6. The campaign reveal teased returning villains like Raul Menendez, alongside David Mason—son of CIA operative Alex Mason—and introduced a new character, Emma Kagan, played by Kiernan Shipka. It’s shaping up to feel less like a mission log and more like a high-budget Netflix thriller.

Call of Duty Black Ops 7 Multiplayer Gameplay

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Multiplayer Gameplay

Multiplayer is always the beating heart of Call of Duty, and Black Ops 7 is no exception. New mechanics like wall jumping, grapple hooks, and a combat roll add movement depth, while tactical sprint has been reworked into a perk. The teaser also hinted at drones and quadrupedal robotic weapons as possible scorestreaks, upping the chaos of every match.

Call of Duty Black Ops 7 Zombies Gameplay

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Zombies Gameplay

The round-based Zombies mode is back, this time dropping players into the Dark Aether. Inspired by the Tranzit model from Black Ops 2, the massive new map ditches the bus in favor of a customizable Wonder Vehicle for traversal. If you prefer a more classic experience, Survival Maps and Dead Ops Arcade return as fast-paced, nostalgia-driven options.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone Integration

Warzone integration is always top of mind for players, and while Activision hasn’t confirmed details, a crossover with Black Ops 7 seems likely. With Verdansk’s return in Black Ops 6 and ongoing anti-cheat updates, BO7 could bring new content and progression paths that tie directly into Warzone. More news is expected on September 27, 2025.

Call of Duty Black Ops 7 and Warzone Integration

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is already shaping up to be one of the most ambitious entries in the franchise—combining a campaign with returning fan favorites, fresh multiplayer movement options, and a reimagined Zombies mode. With its November 14 release date set, players across PlayStation, Xbox, and PC are gearing up for the grind.