Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Comprehensive Guide – Everything We Know

UPDATE: Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 has officially launched and concluded its main seasonal content cycle, paving the way for Black Ops 7. However, its classic round-based Zombies and core multiplayer mechanics remain incredibly popular with the community.

Treyarch’s Call of Duty title, Black Ops 6, brought massive changes to the franchise upon its release. Featuring a robust implementation of systems across its Campaign, Multiplayer, and Zombies modes, the game redefined the active Call of Duty ecosystem. Here is everything that was introduced and established throughout the lifecycle of Black Ops 6:

Keyart and Teaser Trailer

A new website TheTruthLies.com has been discovered and is a sequel to PawnTakesPawn from the Cold War reveal event. This new viral marketing has unveiled the official Cerberus icon and several teaser videos depicting activists vandalizing several iconic monuments.

Shortly after this website was found, the keyart for Black Ops 6 was strangely posted online. The sitting bull style keyart from Black Ops 1-3 appears to be returning.

Full Reveal Event

Microsoft recently confirmed an Xbox showcase event beginning on June 9th, which will feature new information about Call of Duty 2024. It’s expected that Treyarch announces Black Ops 6 ahead of this event, while the showcase will focus on new gameplay and details regarding the release schedule.

Release Date

According to outlets like Insider Gaming and the Verge, Black Ops 6 is set to release in late October, specifically on Friday the 25th. This is the same release date Modern Warfare (2019) had, which means the beta could be around a similar time in September for Multiplayer.

Day 1 Game Pass Integration

Although the acquisition of Activision Blizzard has closed, Microsoft has yet to implement the Call of Duty series on Xbox Game Pass. Rumors from the Wallstreet Journal suggest that Black Ops 6 will be available Day 1 on Game Pass, which will require a new subscription to an unannounced tier upgrade.

CAMPAIGN

The following details have been rumored for the Black Ops 6 single player Campaign:

• Will focus on the 1990s, specifically the Gulf War and Iraq War
• May feature open world elements, similar to open combat from Modern Warfare 3
• The safehouse from Cold War is returning, allowing for more customization and weapon tests
• Characters like Woods and Adler are set to return

MULTIPLAYER

Here are the currently known details about Black Ops 6 Multiplayer:

Maps

• Pillage
• Stealth
• Megadishu
• Radar
• Island
• Canals
• CMD (Command)
• Veiled
• Firing Range
• Grind

Weapons

ASSAULT RIFLE | 10

• Colt Model 723 | Assault Rifle
• AK-74 | Assault Rifle
• SIG SG 550 | Assault Rifle
• CETME Model L | Assault Rifle
• AS Val | Assault Rifle
• M16 A2 | Assault Rifle
• SA80 | Assault Rifle
• AR-18 | Assault Rifle
• L1A1 | Assault Rifle
• SAR-80 | Assault Rifle

BATTLE RIFLE | 4

• AEK-973 | Battle Rifle
• SIG SG 542 | Battle Rifle
• CETME Model C | Battle Rifle
• FN FAL | Battle Rifle

SMG | 9

• Gepard PDW | SMG
• FAMAE SAF | SMG
• MP5 | SMG
• SR-3 Vikhr | SMG
• IMBEL MD1 | SMG
• Grendel R31 | SMG
• SR3-MP | SMG
• PP90 | SMG
• Colt 9mm SMG | SMG

SHOTGUN | 5

• Mossberg 500 | Shotgun
• Bullpup Mossberg 500 | Shotgun
• CBC Model SB 12 | Shotgun
• Rottweil Skeet Olympia 72 | Shotgun
• Remington Model 11 | Shotgun

LMG | 4

• AR-10 | LMG
• PU-21 | LMG
• KSP 58 | LMG
• KSP 58D | LMG

MARKSMAN RIFLE | 6

• M16 MK12 SPR | Marksman Rifle
• IMI Romat | Marksman Rifle
• Belgian MK2 Sniper Variant | Marksman Rifle
• SVU Dragunov | Marksman Rifle
• Accuracy International AE | Marksman Rifle
• SR-25-PSD | Marksman Rifle

SNIPER RIFLE | 5

• SR-25 | Sniper Rifle
• SVD Dragunov | Sniper Rifle
• PGM Ultima Ratio | Sniper Rifle
• PGM Hécate II | Sniper Rifle
• L96 | Sniper Rifle

PISTOL | 7

• H&K USP 9x19mm | Pistol
• H&K USP .40 S&W | Pistol
• Makarov PM | Pistol
• Stetchkin APS | Pistol
• Grendel P30 | Pistol
• Five-Seven | Pistol
• Beretta M9 | Pistol

LAUNCHER | 2

• Panzerfaust 3 | Launcher
• FIM-92 Stinger | Launcher

MELEE | 3

• Knife | Melee
• Combat Knife | Melee
• Breaching Tool | Melee

Gamemodes

• Capture the Flag
• Domination
• Control
• HVT
• Gunfight
• Gun Game
• Infected
• Kill Confirmed
• Koth
• EFC
• Intercept
• Prop Hunt
• Search and Destroy

ZOMBIES

• 2 Launch Maps (Liberty Falls and Terminus Island)
• Round Based will be returning.
• Gobblegums & Dr Monty’s Factory will be making a comeback
• Returning Wonder-Weapons (Raygun, Jetgun, Wunderwaffle)
• Early Access Beta For Round Based (Liberty Falls)
• The mode will feature mechanics similar to CW but be updated to fit the Infinity Ward engine.

For a deeper dive into maps, easter eggs, and survival strategies, explore our guide on Black Ops 6 Zombies Everything You Need To Know. You can also check out our comprehensive overview of The Mansion Map In Black Ops 6 Zombies Everything We Know.

WARZONE

• Verdansk to launch with Black Ops 6 Season 1
• Will carry Modern Warfare II & III content forward
• Urzikstan will be vaulted for Battle Royale
• Rebirth & Fortunes Keep will remain playable

That’s everything currently known about Black Ops 6, releasing later this fall!