Info about Call of Duty®: Black Ops 7:

Official game description:
Vault Edition
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The Vault Edition includes:
\- BlackCell (1 Season)\*
\-- Includes: Battle Pass, 20 Tier Skips, 1,100 CP and more
\- Operator Collection
\-- 4 Operator Skins: Harper, Karma, T.E.D.D. and Reaper EWR-3
\- Mastercraft Collection
\-- 5 Mastercraft Weapons
\- Ultra GobbleGum Pack for Zombies
\-- 8 GobbleGums of Ultra rarity for Black Ops 7
\- Permanent Unlock Token for Black Ops 7
\- Guild Override Weapon Camo
About the Game
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LIMITED TIME OFFER - Limit one per account
Play Black Ops 7 before Season 01 starts and receive:
\- Five 1-Hour Double Level XP Tokens (5 hours total)
\- Five 1-Hour Double Weapon XP Token (5 hours total)
In Call of Duty®: Black Ops 7, Treyarch and Raven Software are bringing players the biggest Black Ops ever.
The year is 2035 and the world is on the brink of chaos, ravaged by violent conflict and psychological warfare. David Mason leads an elite team on a covert mission to the sprawling city of Avalon. While there, they discover a sophisticated plot that won’t just plunge the world into chaos, it will pull them into their own haunting pasts.
Squad up or go solo in an innovative Co-Op Campaign that redefines the Black Ops experience.
Multiplayer explodes out of the gate with 16 electrifying 6v6 maps and two 20v20 maps at launch. Master a cutting-edge arsenal and outmaneuver your enemies with a next level Omnimovement system.
In Treyarch’s legendary Round-Based Zombies mode, the nightmare begins where reality ends. Trapped in the heart of the Dark Aether, the crew is thrust into a vast, ever-shifting hellscape in the biggest Round-Based Zombies map in Black Ops history.

Release date: 13 Nov, 2025

Categories: First-Person Shooter, Cooperative Multiplayer, Competitive Multiplayer, Single-player Story, Horde Shooter, Character Customization, Weapon Customization, Roguelike


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Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- Enjoyable & Dynamic Gameplay (weight 0.9): Players widely praise the game's overall fun factor, dynamic pace, and satisfying core gameplay experience across all modes. Many consider it the best Call of Duty in years, delivering a classic yet refreshing feel.
- Major Upgrade from BO6 (weight 0.46): The game is consistently lauded as a substantial improvement over Black Ops 6 and even Battlefield 6, excelling in areas like maps, Zombies, menus, and overall gameplay feel. Many highlight it as a potential top-tier CoD.
- Polished Performance & Graphics (weight 0.24): The game runs smoothly with good optimization, minimal bugs, and no crashes reported at launch. Graphics are described as decent, clean, and impressive, contributing to an overall polished experience even on mid-range hardware.
- Compelling & Bold Campaign (weight 0.2): The campaign is described as incredible, well-paced, and featuring strong characters and unique, experimental elements. Players found it highly enjoyable, especially in co-op, with top-notch gunfights and boss battles.
- Fluid Movement & Gunplay (weight 0.18): Players appreciate the excellent, responsive, and fast movement system, often described as 'boots on the ground' done right. Gunplay is also highlighted as solid, satisfying, and well-balanced, with weapons feeling unique and great to use.
- Superior Map Design (weight 0.13): Maps are consistently praised for being solid, diverse, colorful, and having improved flow with tighter lanes. They are generally considered much better than previous iterations, contributing positively to the multiplayer experience.
- SBMM-Free Matchmaking (weight 0.12): The absence of Skill-Based Matchmaking (SBMM) in some modes is a highly positive point, leading to more relaxed and fun matches. This change is explicitly welcomed by the community, indicating a response to player feedback.
- Addictive Endgame Loop (weight 0.12): The new Endgame mode is well-received, described as a refined and more epic version of Modern Warfare 3 Zombies. Its roguelike elements, progression, and loot mechanics are found to be highly addicting, offering a nice change of pace.
- Persistent Lobbies Return (weight 0.09): The return of persistent lobbies, allowing players to stay together after matches, is a welcomed quality-of-life improvement. This feature enhances social interaction and allows for consistent rivalries or team play.
- Deep Progression & Customization (weight 0.07): The game offers a wealth of content for progression, including the return of prestiges, weapon leveling, and a huge array of high-quality camouflages. This provides significant longevity and appeal for players who enjoy grinding for unlocks.

Common complaints:
- Poor Campaign Story & Design (weight 0.97): The campaign is widely criticized as boring, unoriginal, and lacking narrative direction, with many players calling it the worst in the Call of Duty series. Its design, often compared to Warzone or simple PVE missions, fails to provide immersion or a compelling traditional single-player experience, with some finding cutscenes dragging or confusing.
- Overpriced & Lacks Value (weight 0.96): Many players feel the game is significantly overpriced (e.g., $70-$80/€), especially given its perceived lack of new content and overall quality. It's frequently described as a 'cash grab' or a glorified DLC/update for a previous title, not justifying its full retail price.
- Flawed Multiplayer Experience (weight 0.9): The multiplayer mode receives criticism for being chaotic, unbalanced, and featuring poorly designed or recycled maps with frustrating spawns. Players also report issues with long matchmaking times and laggy server performance, contributing to a generally unsatisfying experience.
- Mandatory Online Co-op Campaign (weight 0.88): The campaign's requirement for a constant internet connection and its co-op-centric design are major points of contention. Players are frustrated by the inability to pause, the lack of checkpoints or save points, and the absence of AI companions, which severely impacts the solo experience and immersion.
- Disappointing Zombies Mode (weight 0.67): The Zombies mode is largely viewed as disappointing, described as boring, buggy, and lacking originality due to reused elements from previous titles. Its increased difficulty for solo players, limited map options (often just one), and lack of clear direction further contribute to a negative experience.
- Unplayable Due to Bugs & Crashes (weight 0.55): A significant portion of feedback describes the game as unplayable, citing frequent crashes, an inability to launch or progress past the first mission, and severe bugs like getting stuck in terrain or repeated spawn deaths. This leads to widespread disappointment and refund requests.
- Repetitive & Unoriginal Content (weight 0.51): Players widely criticize the game for feeling like a reskin or an expensive DLC for Black Ops 6, rather than a new installment. The extensive use of recycled maps from older titles and a perceived lack of innovation in gameplay contribute to a strong sense of déjà vu and unoriginality.
- Strict PC System Requirements (weight 0.08): The game imposes strict PC requirements, including mandatory TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot, which have prevented some players from launching the game. This has forced users to upgrade hardware or update BIOS firmware, causing significant frustration and preventing access.

Gameplay feedback:
- Campaign primarily co-op, unique structure (weight 0.18): The campaign is designed for 2-4 players, with a shared solo mode. It features a two-stage structure: a linear mission set and an open-world roguelike 'Avalon' stage with rarity-based gear. Solo play is possible, but the design leans heavily towards cooperative gameplay, including third-person mode options.
- Uninspired classic Zombies mode (weight 0.15): The classic Zombies mode is considered 'okay' but 'not revolutionary.' It features an uninspired, linear map, reminiscent of Tranzit, where players often run back and forth. The mode is available for fans who prefer the classic CoD experience but lacks innovation, though it does offer third-person perspective.
- Varied SBMM implementation across playlists (weight 0.12): The game features two distinct multiplayer playlists: 'Open,' which reportedly has no skill-based matchmaking (SBMM) and offers a full range of modes, and 'Standard,' which includes SBMM but is often perceived as hidden and only features a single 'Moshpit' mode. There's a general perception of reduced or debatable SBMM overall, with some players feeling no impact from its removal.
- Multiplayer is standard, unrevolutionary (weight 0.11): The multiplayer experience is described as typical Call of Duty, refined from previous generations but not groundbreaking. While 'simply correct' in some aspects, it also suffers from 'bad moments,' reminding some players of BO4, and includes maps from Call of Duty Online in its 'Assault' mode.
- New PvE Endgame modes introduced (weight 0.06): Beyond the traditional Zombies, new PvE experiences are available. This includes a PvE Endgame mode similar to MWZ + Onslaught from Cold War, featuring both zombies and Guild enemies, and 'Avalon,' a large-scale 32-player PvE mode where players undertake contracts to acquire weapons and items.
- Contrasted with Battlefield's style (weight 0.05): Some players contrast the game with Battlefield, describing Battlefield as bigger, more tactical, focusing on realism, and better suited for large-scale battles. Battlefield 6 is specifically mentioned as aiming for medium-paced, tactical gameplay, highlighting a perceived difference in design philosophy.

Performance notes:
- Inconsistent Game Performance (weight 0.23): Many players report severe optimization issues, including low and fluctuating frame rates, even on high-end hardware. Specific issues include low FPS in menus, cutscenes, and certain gameplay scenarios. However, some players with high-end systems report good performance, indicating inconsistency in overall optimization.
- Anti-Cheat System Stability (weight 0.06): The anti-cheat system is causing critical system issues for players, including computer freezes, black screens, and automatic reboots. It also reportedly requires secure boot, preventing some users from even launching the game.
- Online Latency & Server Issues (weight 0.05): Players report high latency and packet loss, particularly in solo Zombies mode, and general server issues. This degrades the online multiplayer and co-op experience, impacting responsiveness and reliability.
- DLSS Activation Issues (weight 0.03): Players are experiencing difficulties activating DLSS, specifically on RTX 4090 cards. A common workaround mentioned requires disconnecting a controller before launching the game, highlighting a potential conflict.
- Keyboard/Mouse Input Lag (weight 0.02): Players are experiencing noticeable input lag when using a keyboard and mouse. This can negatively impact responsiveness and gameplay precision, especially in fast-paced scenarios.
- Intermittent Sound Loss (weight 0.02): The game has an issue where sound can cut off unexpectedly, requiring a full game restart to restore it. This is a disruptive audio bug that breaks immersion and gameplay flow.
- Repetitive Shader Compilation (weight 0.02): The game frequently compiles shaders upon every launch, adding an unnecessary delay to starting the game. While not a game-breaking issue, it is a consistent point of user frustration.
- Sniper Rifle FPS Drops (weight 0.02): Some players report experiencing specific frame rate drops when using sniper rifles. This suggests a potential optimization issue tied to particular weapon models or associated visual effects.
- Satisfying Time To Kill (weight 0.02): Players are generally satisfied with the game's Time To Kill (TTK). This indicates that the combat feels balanced and engaging for many, contributing positively to the overall gameplay experience.

Recommendations:
- Multiplayer & Zombies recommended (weight 0.32): Despite campaign issues, many players praise the multiplayer and Zombies modes, finding them fun and engaging. They recommend the game for fans of the Call of Duty franchise or those looking for a solid shooter experience, especially if playing with friends or coming from specific previous titles.
- Standard Call of Duty experience (weight 0.23): The game is often described as delivering a typical Call of Duty experience. While this familiarity can be a positive for long-time fans seeking consistent gameplay, it may disappoint those looking for significant innovation or a fresh take on the series.
- Needs urgent patches/fixes (weight 0.03): Players are calling for immediate updates to address current game issues. Some reviewers explicitly state they would return to or fully recommend the game only after specific fixes are implemented, such as balance changes, aim assist adjustments, or persistent lobbies.

Other player notes:
- Widespread Player Dissatisfaction (weight 0.14): A significant portion of the player base expresses disappointment with the franchise's direction, leading to many regretting their purchase and demanding refunds. Concerns include perceived developer greed and a general feeling of being let down after years of loyalty. This negative sentiment might also be amplified by review bombing.
- Divided Campaign Opinions (weight 0.13): Feedback on the campaign mode is split. Some players purchase the game specifically for the campaign experience, while others express indifference or actively disregard it. There are general concerns about the declining quality of Call of Duty stories, though some acknowledge new attempts as acceptable if incomplete.
- Monetization & Customization Drivers (weight 0.07): Players are drawn to the game for cosmetic items like weapon skins and engage with the 'camo grind'. There is some awareness around the Battle Pass not affecting gameplay, but also a call for players not to buy it if they are unhappy. The in-game store is noted as currently empty, implying future monetization.
- Multiplayer is Core, Concerns Exist (weight 0.07): Multiplayer is seen as the primary draw and strength of the game, earning most of its positive points. However, players are vigilant about the return of skill-based matchmaking (SBMM) and the prevalence of cheaters, which can significantly degrade the experience. Many players enjoy the mindless grind for camos in this mode.
- Player Burnout and Selective Purchases (weight 0.03): Many long-time Call of Duty players are experiencing franchise fatigue, with some taking breaks from the series or only purchasing new titles every few years. This suggests a more selective approach to buying due to past disappointments or a general feeling of burnout with the yearly releases.

Emotions:
- Disappointment (weight 0.25): Players felt let down by the game's poor overall quality, particularly the campaign, which was criticized for being boring, short, unoriginal, and having strange design choices like forced co-op or a Warzone-style approach. Many also perceived the game as poor value for its high price, feeling like recycled content or a reskin, and not living up to the high expectations set by previous Black Ops titles.
- Frustration (weight 0.24): This emotion stemmed largely from technical issues, including game failures to launch, frequent crashes, unplayable states, and difficult updates. Poor game design also contributed, with players citing skill-based matchmaking (SBMM), bad spawns, inconsistent time-to-kill (TTK), the online-only campaign without a true pause, and the presence of cheaters or 'tryhards' in multiplayer.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.14): Players were satisfied with improvements over previous Call of Duty titles, particularly Black Ops 6, noting responsive movement, stable gunplay, and reliable hit registration. The quality and content of multiplayer and zombies modes, coupled with the absence of strict skill-based matchmaking (SBMM) and the return of solid maps, contributed to an enjoyable and fun experience.
- Anger (weight 0.11): Anger arose from the perceived extremely poor quality and design of the game, especially the campaign, which many called the 'worst in CoD history'. Players felt developers were incompetent, deceptive, or exploitative, leading to a sense of being ripped off by the high price for an unoriginal 'cash grab' that often couldn't even be played due to technical issues or stringent security requirements.
- Excitement (weight 0.04): Players were excited by the fast-paced action, intense gunplay, and overall fun factor, especially in the multiplayer and zombies modes. New gameplay features, wall-running, dynamic maps, and a sense of high mobility contributed to a thrilling experience, often feeling like a return to form for the Black Ops series.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.04): Enjoyment came from the fun and dynamic gameplay across multiplayer, zombies, and the co-op campaign. Players appreciated the game's pace, optimization, gunplay, and specific features like Dead Ops Arcade, often finding it a generally fun experience despite some criticisms.
- Joy (weight 0.02): Joy was experienced through the pure action and quick matches in multiplayer, the return of legendary maps, and the overall feeling that 'CoD is back' to its arcade FPS roots. Players found the gameplay incredibly fun, especially when successfully engaging in competitive multiplayer or enjoying the campaign and zombies modes with friends.
- Confusion (weight 0.01): Players expressed confusion over technical issues like the game launching incorrectly or being misidentified by applications, as well as inexplicable design choices. This included the significant drop in campaign quality, the forced multiplayer nature of the story mode, and elements like fake-feeling guns or inconsistent technological depictions.
- Skepticism (weight 0.01): Skepticism was directed towards the longevity of positive changes, particularly the non-skill-based matchmaking (SBMM), and doubts about developers' long-term commitment to maintaining quality and player-friendly design. Players questioned whether the game's future updates and content would truly live up to the initial promise or address their core concerns.
- Nostalgia (weight 0.01): Players felt nostalgia when the game reminded them of older, beloved Call of Duty titles like Black Ops 3 or the classic feel of the franchise. The return of specific maps and the desire for Call of Duty to feel 'normal' again evoked positive memories of past gaming experiences.
- Optimism (weight 0.01): Optimism stemmed from the game's perceived future potential, the hope for large post-launch support, and better server performance. Players believed developers might be responsive to feedback and make positive changes, particularly regarding cheaters, leading to potential growth and innovation for the game.
- Mixed feelings (weight 0.01): Players experienced mixed feelings due to the varied quality across different game modes, finding some aspects enjoyable while others lacked freshness or innovation. Specifically, concerns arose from multiplayer feeling like a reskin and the persistent presence of skill-based matchmaking despite perceived changes.
- Hope (weight 0.01): Hope was focused on the desire for effective anti-cheat systems and the elimination of hackers to ensure a fair and enjoyable gameplay environment. Players also held out hope that the game could still improve and be good, despite perceived developer tendencies or initial shortcomings.
- Enthusiasm (weight 0.01): Enthusiasm was a general positive feeling about the game overall, often specifically highlighting the potential fun of the zombies mode. Players were keen to recommend the game and expressed excitement about their overall experience.
- Neutrality (weight 0.01): Neutrality reflected a view that the game simply met the baseline expectations for a Call of Duty title, without significant highs or lows. It was perceived as consistent with the franchise, neither exceptionally good nor exceptionally bad, but rather as a factual observation.
- Acceptance (weight 0.01): Acceptance conveyed an acknowledgment of the game's overall quality or specific design choices, such as the co-op campaign. Players accepted the state of multiplayer and zombies modes, finding them adequate for their expectations.
- Regret (weight 0.01): Regret was primarily associated with the purchase decision, with players feeling they had wasted money on an overpriced, unpolished, or unplayable title. Many expressed a strong desire to refund the game, some for the first time in their gaming history.
- Annoyance (weight 0.01): Annoyance arose from specific inconveniences, such as mandatory post-match displays that disrupted flow or map designs that made enemies difficult to spot. The prevalence of cheaters, repetitive voice lines, and the hassle of technical requirements like updating BIOS for Secure Boot also contributed to this feeling.
- Boredom (weight 0): Boredom was reported due to the game's perceived lack of novelty and originality, making it feel stale. The zombies mode, in particular, was cited by some as a source of this feeling, failing to provide engaging content.
- Relief (weight 0): Relief was felt specifically regarding the perceived removal or reduction of skill-based matchmaking (SBMM) and the inclusion of non-disbanding lobbies. These changes were seen as positive steps towards a more relaxed and enjoyable multiplayer experience.}