Call of Duty Black Ops 7 was announced on June 8, 2025, during the Xbox Games Showcase, alongside Outer Worlds 2, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4, and many more. The new first-person shooter game is set to release in late 2025. A cinematic trailer was released, hinting at a surreal, psychological warfare scenario and the return of David Mason. Leaks suggest that this time, the game might also include a new mode that no one saw coming. Let’s explore more about Call of Duty Black Ops 7’s new game mode below.
The New Call of Duty
The new Call of Duty Black Ops 7 is the eighth game in the Black Ops sub-series, following Black Ops 6, which was released on October 25, 2024, and the 22nd installment in the Call of Duty series. It hasn’t been a full year since the last game came out, and the next one is already in development. So far, we’ve only received the game’s title and story premise; a full reveal is expected in summer 2025.
Set in 2035, ten years after Black Ops II, Call of Duty Black Ops 7 follows David Mason and his team as they combat a secretive enemy that uses advanced technology and psychological warfare to spread fear. It can be played solo or cooperatively. The game also features classic multiplayer and Zombies modes. Locations include Japan and the fictional city of Avalon.
Black Ops 7 New Game Mode
According to leaks, the new game mode in Call of Duty Black Ops 7 is called Skirmish mode. In this mode, two teams of 20 players each compete on a large map with multiple objectives. Players will capture key points, destroy payloads, and transmit data to earn points. The first team to reach the score limit wins. Leaked in‑app loading screens suggest this mode is a mix of Battlefield and Call of Duty-style combat.
A key feature is the use of wingsuits in matches, allowing players to glide across the battlefield, flank enemies, and reach objectives more quickly. This adds a vertical dimension to gameplay. While currently in a closed internal playtest from June 27–29, it’s unclear if Skirmish will be part of the final release.
When Is Black Ops 7 Coming Out?
Call of Duty Black Ops 7 is scheduled for release in late 2025, though an exact date has not been announced. Looking at the previous trends, more information might be unveiled in early August, just like Black Ops 6. It will be available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. It will also come to Xbox Game Pass on day one with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass.
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Summary
Announced during the Xbox Games Showcase, Call of Duty Black Ops 7 is expected to launch in late 2025. Set in 2035, the story follows David Mason’s fight against a tech-powered enemy. A new mode called Skirmish features 20v20 battles with wingsuits and objective-based gameplay, similar to Battlefield. The game includes multiplayer, Zombies, and will be available on Game Pass at launch. Platforms include PS4, PS5, Xbox, and PC. A full reveal is anticipated this summer.
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