CoD Black Ops 7 release date, campaign, multiplayer, and pre-order details

Announced during the Summer Game Fest, we now have a Call of Duty Black Ops 7 release date, it’s near, and it’s almost here.

Over the years, Call of Duty hasn’t quite been what it used to be. Activision’s aggressive push for microtransactions has left a mark on one of the most iconic franchises in gaming. Still, each new entry brings a glimmer of hope. Maybe this time, things will feel different. So, what does this new instalment bring to the table? Let’s take a look.

When is the Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 release date?

Black Ops 7 drops on November 14, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The closed beta gave players an early taste of what’s coming, even getting a 24-hour extension due to high demand. Reactions were mixed: some praised the gameplay polish, while others hoped for bolder changes. There’s no denying however that fans are ready to jump back in.

Campaign: co-op play and “Endgame” mode

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The campaign picks up in 2035, dropping you in with David “Section” Mason and JSOC as they take on the tech superpower, The Guild, led by Emma Kagan. What’s new this time is that you can play through the whole story solo or bring up to three friends along for four-player co-op. Yes, they’re changing things up, and it’s looking promising.

After finishing the main campaign, the new “Endgame” mode unlocks, a sprawling PvE sandbox in the city of Avalon where up to 32 players cooperate in big, replayable combat missions. It feels part campaign, part multiplayer, and all-out chaos. Cinematic firefights, major Black Ops characters (yep, Raul Menendez is back), and explosive set pieces are all here, but the real news is how the co-op and Endgame mix up the action.

Multiplayer and zombies: familiar fun, new twists

Black Ops 7’s multiplayer sticks to what Call of Duty does best: fast, addictive combat. There are 16 maps ready at launch, covering everything from tight hallways to wide-open battlegrounds. New modes are on the table—like Skirmish, a 20 vs 20 objective clash that goes beyond kill-chasing. The weapon progression system gets an overhaul, letting players prestige weapons to unlock cool cosmetics and gear.

Zombies mode ramps things up again, this time with a massive map set in the Dark Aether. Expect new mechanics, like Wonder Vehicle travel and, back by popular demand. Dead Ops Arcade for a dose of retro, twin-stick madness. It’s more of what makes Zombies click, with a bit more ambition layered on.

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The closed beta just wrapped; some players walked away hyped about the new movement mechanics and maps, while a few were left wanting a bit more risk and boldness. Still, at the end of the day, it’s classic Black Ops, unmistakable, familiar, and that sense of “one more match” is still alive and well. For longtime fans and newbies, there’s a comfort in knowing what’s coming, and for some, that’s exactly the draw.

Editions and pre-order goodies

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• Standard Edition: Base game for $69.99.
• Vault Edition: $99.99 includes early weapon blueprints, XP boosts, and the Shadow Protocol Operator pack.
• Collector’s Edition: $199.99 brings physical extras: field dossier, challenge coins, a Woods figurine, and more.

Pre-orders, digital or otherwise, come with the Woods Legacy Pack featuring classic operator skins.

Should you be hyped?

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 release date 2025 is almost here; it has some new gimmicks that fans might have been waiting for years. The new co-op campaign and Endgame mode add much-needed variety, and multiplayer and Zombies receive the kind of tweaks players expect every few years. If you’re looking for that Black Ops punch with a few fresh tricks, this is one to watch as the fall release date hits.

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