Xbox Game Pass: Call of Duty Black Ops 7 details its multiplayer: maps, modes and beta dates review

The new chapter of the saga already has its multiplayer test ready and confirms a huge range of contents.

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With less time left until the release of the new Call of Duty, Activision has offered an in-depth look at its multiplayer mode. Players will be able to try out many of these new features in the Beta, which kicks off on October 2nd on all platforms, with early access for those who pre-order the game and open access from October 5th.

The rollout is ambitious: 16 launch maps for 6v6, two 20v20 scenarios, the return of classics like Raid, Hijacked, or Express, and the introduction of new mechanics like the Overclock system, Hybrid Specialties, and Wall Jumps. This is complemented by an arsenal of 30 debut weapons, a revamped streak system, and the return of classic prestige.

Everything the Black Ops 7 Multiplayer Has to Offer

Among the confirmed modes, the debut of Overload stands out, a 6v6 variant where teams must escort a device to the enemy base to score, in back-and-forth matches that promise maximum tension. Alongside it will be staple options like Team Deathmatch, Domination, Search and Destroy, Hardpoint, Gunfight, Kill Confirmed, or Control, as well as alternative modes with special rules and no scoring streaks.

The game will also feature Skirmish 20v20, with large-scale maps where vehicles, wingsuits, and grappling hooks come into play to expand mobility. In the progression department, the title recovers the classic prestige system, accompanied by a revamped Gun Prestige that allows resetting its level in exchange for exclusive camos and accessories.

Customization will be more important than ever with the Overclock system, which powers up equipment, streaks, or field abilities mid-match, and with the new Hybrid Specialties, which grant additional bonuses when combining perks from different categories.

Beta Dates and What to Expect

• Early Access: from October 2nd to 5th, for those who have pre-ordered the game or have Game Pass.

• Open Beta: from October 5th to 8th, available on all platforms.

During these tests, several maps and modes will be accessible, along with exclusive rewards for participating.

The final launch is set for November 14th, with a simultaneous release on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC.