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Britain’s ASA ruled Activision’s live-action Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 ad trivialized sexual violence by showing Replacers humiliating a passenger at airport security and joking about non-consensual acts; it must be edited before it can air again in the UK, while Activision argues the ad targets adults and the clip is still available on YouTube.
Ranked Play is live in Black Ops 7 Season 2 with pro-favored loadouts: ARs like the M15 Mod 0, SMGs such as the Dravec 45, and the VS Recon sniper (attachments may be banned in CDL, with updates if allowed). Pistols highlighted is the Jäger 45. Core perks are Ninja, Fast Hands, and Dexterity, with the wildcard Perk Greed and Flak Jacket; melee is Knife, tacticals include Stun Grenade, and lethal options Frag or Semtex, plus Trophy System as the field upgrade. Note the page is a work-in-progress and more loadouts will be added as the meta evolves.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 topped US December 2025 sales but finished fifth for the year, marking the franchise’s weakest year-end US performance since World at War (2008). Battlefield 6 led 2025 US sales, and putting Black Ops 7 on Game Pass likely dented its numbers; Activision/Microsoft also signaled changes to the annual CoD release cadence.
Circana’s 2025 US software sales data show Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 finishing the year at fifth in dollar sales—the franchise’s lowest position since 2008’s World at War—despite December’s top spot, with Game Pass likely curbing traditional sales and competing titles like Battlefield 6, NBA 2K26, Borderlands 4, and Monster Hunter Wilds outperforming it; Activision denied any drastic rethinking of the series.
Ex-Activision CEO Bobby Kotick, defending the Microsoft deal in an investor-led lawsuit, says Call of Duty’s latest entry, Black Ops 7, is down more than 60% from last year, blaming weak console sales and competition from Battlefield; the claim highlights concerns about the franchise’s performance as GTA 6 looms, amid ongoing scrutiny of Activision’s sale.
The Season One Reloaded update for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 adds Fallout-themed content and remakes the popular Meltdown map from Black Ops 2. Fans are debating the update: the remastered map has updated visuals and dynamic lighting that many say look cleaner and less detailed than the 2012 version, affecting atmosphere, while others praise improved visibility and balance for competitive play. Overall, the map still plays well, highlighting a trade-off between atmosphere and clarity in modern game design.
In 2025, the Call of Duty franchise, once dominant in the gaming industry, was dethroned due to poor reception of Black Ops 7 and fierce competition from games like Battlefield 6 and ARC Raiders, which attracted both casual and dedicated players with innovative gameplay and community engagement. Despite its decline, Call of Duty remains a major player, but industry analysts suggest it may need to innovate further to regain its top spot.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, despite being the best-selling game of November, is already heavily discounted at Best Buy and other retailers, likely due to lower-than-expected sales and fan response, prompting Activision to reconsider its release strategy and offer aggressive discounts shortly after launch.
Xbox is offering a Free Play Days event until December 21, allowing Xbox Game Pass subscribers and others to play a selection of recent and older games for free, including Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Fallout 76, with some titles available to all players without a subscription.
The Black Ops 7 Day One patch notes reveal extensive updates including weapon balance tweaks, movement adjustments, XP rate increases, new challenges, and map changes, aimed at refining gameplay and balancing multiplayer and Zombies modes.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, launching on November 14, 2025, features a new co-op campaign set in 2035 with a storyline involving the villain Raul Menendez, The Guild, and hero David Mason. The game introduces an expansive co-op experience called Endgame, where players explore Avalon, take down strongholds, and unlock progression across modes, including multiplayer and Zombies. Pre-orders offer exclusive content, and the game is available across multiple platforms with integrated progression and new gameplay mechanics.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, launching on November 14 for PS5 and PS4, features a redefined co-op campaign set in 2035 with a new replayable Endgame experience where players face escalating threats in Avalon, unlock customization, and battle against the return of Menendez and new enemies like The Guild, blending legacy characters with a fresh near-future storyline.
Activision announced that Black Ops 7 will be available for preload starting November 10, with the game officially launching on November 14. The preload includes reorganized Black Ops 6 and Warzone content, and players can reduce download size by uninstalling unused content. Early players will enjoy double XP rewards, and the game will feature new maps, modes, and operators at launch, available on multiple platforms including PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is set to launch on November 14 for PC, with preloading available from November 10. The game features extensive PC customization, support for various hardware, advanced upscaling technologies, and enhanced security measures. System requirements range from minimum to ultra settings, supporting high FPS and 4K gameplay, with pre-order bonuses and support for handheld devices. The game is developed by Beenox in partnership with Treyarch, ensuring a tailored experience for PC players.
Activision has released the launch trailer and PC specifications for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, set to release on November 14, 2025. The game features modest PC requirements and is optimized for supported handheld PCs like the ROG Xbox Ally, though detailed performance info for these devices is lacking. The specs range from minimum to 4K gaming, with a focus on smooth performance and UI scaling for smaller screens.