All the important information about the upcoming launch of "Call of Duty: Black Ops 7" can be found here.
With Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, the next big chapter in the franchise is just around the corner and will finally be released on Thursday, November 13, 2025.
Fans can look forward not only to a thrilling co-op campaign, but also to extensive multiplayer content, such as numerous maps and new game modes. We've collected and summarized all the important details about preloading, release times, download sizes, and more for you.
Preload And Download Size
The preload for Black Ops 7 will begin on November 10, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. (PT) on all platforms. This will give players plenty of time to complete the large download in advance.
Download sizes:
- Black Ops 7 (main game): 96,677 GB
- Version: 01.085.000 (HQ)
- Co-Op Campaign Pack: 15,594 GB
- Warzone Pack (01.020.000): 19,734 GB
Please note: Multiplayer and zombie packs are not included in these figures. So expect another around 40 GB of additional memory space.
Release Time
The launch is scheduled for November 13, 2025, with times varying slightly depending on the platform.
Release times by platform:
- PlayStation 5 & PS4: 3:00 am - 10:00 pm (PT)
- Xbox & Xbox App (PC): 3:00 am - 10:00 pm (PT)
- Battle.net & Steam (PC): 9:00 pm (PT)
Contrary to some rumors, there will be no early access. Even buyers of the Vault Edition will not receive early access. All content will be released at the same time as the official launch.
Story Recap
If you want to refresh your memory before the new chapter starts, Activision's official blog post provides a summary of the events in the story so far, which will be continued in this Black Ops campaign. The "Story So Far" is a great way to prepare for Part 7, especially for players who have missed out on previous parts.
If you don't feel like reading much, you can also review the story with this official video.
Weapons, Equipment And New Multiplayer Modes
Numerous weapons and equipment items will be available at the launch of Black Ops 7. In addition to the classics, there will be two new multiplayer modes.
Number Of Weapons Per Class
- Assault Rifles: 6
- Submachine Guns (SMG): 6
- Shotguns: 3
- Light Machine Guns (LMG): 2
- Marksman Rifles: 3
- Sniper Rifles: 3
- Pistols: 3
- Launchers: 2
- Melee Weapons: 2
A complete overview of all unlockable features, attachments, blueprints, equipment, and kill streaks can be found here.
New Multiplayer Modes
The shooter comes with two new game modes that bring a breath of fresh air to the multiplayer experience:
Mode: Overload
- Playable in: Core & Hardcore
- Party size: 1–6
- Goal: Bring the device to the enemy zones to sabotage them.
- Score Limit & Match Time: Varied
Mode: Skirmish
- Party size: 1–20
- Goal: Two teams of 20 players each battle to complete objectives and earn score.
- Score Limit & Match Time: Varied
These modes complement the classic game types and provide more variety and the necessary teamwork.
Platforms And Launch Trailer
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 will be released for the following platforms:
- PlayStation 5
- Xbox Series X/S
- PlayStation 4
- Xbox One
- PC (Battle.net & Steam)
If you want to get in the mood for the launch, you can watch the official launch trailer here.
Are you looking forward to Thursday? Let us know in the comments!