Black Ops 7 brings back several classic Black Ops 2 camos through its Weapon Prestige system. Weaponized 115, Bacon, Cyborg, Pack-A-Punch, Afterlife, Cherry Blossom, and other returning designs are tied to specific weapons and Prestige milestones.
You do not unlock them through normal headshot challenges or by buying a camo bundle. Instead, you must level the required weapon, enter Weapon Prestige, and reach the tier linked to the camo you want.
Understand the Weapon Prestige System
The Weapon Prestige system is the key to unlocking BO2 camos in BO7.
Each weapon follows this basic route:
- Reach the weapon’s normal maximum level.
- Enter Weapon Prestige 1.
- Level the weapon again and enter Weapon Prestige 2.
- Complete the second reset to enter Weapon Prestige Master.
- Continue to Levels 100, 150, 200, and 250.
Entering Prestige 1 or Prestige 2 returns the weapon to Level 1 and relocks most attachments. However, optics remain unlocked, cosmetics stay available, and each Prestige gives you one permanent attachment unlock.
At Weapon Prestige Master, the weapon stops resetting and gains a new cap of Level 250. All of its normal progression attachments then remain permanently unlocked.
The official Black Ops 7 progression rules explain the full reset and reward structure.
Target Specific Camos and Weapons
You do not earn every BO2 camo the same way. Each returning design belongs to a specific weapon and unlock tier.
| BO2 Camo | Required Weapon | Unlock Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Graffiti | M15 Mod 0 | Enter Weapon Prestige 1 |
| Carbon Fiber | AK-27 | Enter Weapon Prestige 1 |
| Skulls | MXR-17 | Enter Weapon Prestige 1 |
| Dia de Muertos | MXR-17 | Enter Weapon Prestige 2 |
| Afterlife | MXR-17 | Reach Weapon Prestige Master Level 250 |
| Prowler | Peacekeeper MK1 | Enter Weapon Prestige 1 |
| Cyborg | Peacekeeper MK1 | Reach Weapon Prestige Master Level 250 |
| Aqua | Ryden 45K | Enter Weapon Prestige 1 |
| Kawaii | Dravec 45 | Enter Weapon Prestige 1 |
| Paladin | Carbon 57 | Enter Weapon Prestige 1 |
| Comics | MPC-25 | Enter Weapon Prestige 1 |
| Bacon | MPC-25 | Reach Weapon Prestige Master Level 250 |
| Zombies | Echo 12 | Enter Weapon Prestige 1 |
| Pack-A-Punch | Echo 12 | Enter Weapon Prestige 2 |
| Weaponized 115 | Echo 12 | Reach Weapon Prestige Master Level 250 |
| Cherry Blossom | M8A1 | Enter Weapon Prestige 1 |
| Dragon | M8A1 | Reach Weapon Prestige Master Level 250 |
| Ronin | Jäger 45 | Enter Weapon Prestige 1 |
| Art of War | CODA 9 | Enter Weapon Prestige 1 |
| Benjamins | CODA 9 | Reach Weapon Prestige Master Level 250 |
The fastest unlocks in this list are the Prestige 1 rewards. Graffiti, Carbon Fiber, Aqua, Kawaii, Paladin, Comics, Zombies, Cherry Blossom, Ronin, Art of War, Prowler, and Skulls only require one completed base-level grind.
Level 250 rewards such as Weaponized 115, Bacon, Cyborg, Afterlife, Dragon, and Benjamins require a much longer commitment.
BO2 Camos vs Mastery Camos
Weapon Prestige camos use a separate progression path from Multiplayer, Zombies, Campaign, and Warzone Mastery Camos.
For example, Singularity is BO7’s final Multiplayer Mastery Camo. It does not unlock Weaponized 115, Bacon, or another BO2 throwback.
The existing BO7 mastery-camo structure explains how Singularity replaced the traditional Dark Matter reward and how the main camo tiers work.
You can progress Weapon Prestige and normal camo challenges at the same time, but the unlock requirements remain separate.
Grind Smart and Level Efficiently
Using one weapon all the way to Level 250 takes time. A focused approach makes the grind more manageable.
Use Double Weapon XP at the Right Time
Save Weapon XP Tokens for the second weapon reset and the Prestige Master climb. The early base levels usually move faster, while the later journey needs much more total XP.
Players comparing additional token options can review the existing BO7 Double Weapon XP codes.
Pick a Mode With Consistent Weapon Use
Weapon progression works across Multiplayer, Zombies, Co-Op Campaign, and Warzone.
Multiplayer suits players who can secure regular kills and objective score. Zombies often provides longer uninterrupted weapon use, while Campaign works well when you also need its camo or Endgame progress.
Choose the mode where you can use the required weapon consistently rather than switching every few minutes.
Focus on One Level 250 Reward at a Time
Focusing your XP on one weapon at a time is more effective because each BO2 camo is tied to a specific weapon’s Prestige level.
Do not split your time between the Echo 12, MPC-25, Peacekeeper, and MXR-17 if Weaponized 115 is your main target. Finish the Echo 12 path first, then move to the next weapon.
Use Permanent Attachment Unlocks Carefully
Prestige 1 and Prestige 2 each allow one permanent attachment unlock. Choose attachments that keep the weapon comfortable after its level resets, such as a key magazine, barrel, laser, or recoil-control option.
Optics remain permanently available, so spending the unlock on a sight usually gives less value.
Keep Prestige and Camo Challenges Together
Before starting a long weapon session, check its Multiplayer, Zombies, or Campaign camo requirements. You can earn headshots, critical kills, Special Camos, mastery progress, and Weapon XP during the same grind.
Players who want an assisted progression route can also review the existing optional BO7 bot-lobby sessions after checking the listed delivery method and requirements.
Apply the Camo Universally
The returning BO2 camos listed in the table are Universal once unlocked. You earn each one through its required weapon, but you can equip it on other weapons afterward.
For example:
- Unlock Weaponized 115 through the Echo 12.
- Open the Camo menu on another weapon.
- Find it in the Universal or Weapon Prestige category.
- Equip it without repeating the Level 250 grind.
However, the Cobalt Circuit, Vermilion Cypher, and Violet Network camos earned at Prestige Master Levels 100, 150, and 200 are weapon-specific. They only work on the weapon used to unlock them.
Which BO2 Camo Should You Unlock First?
Graffiti is one of the easiest starting choices because the M15 Mod 0 unlocks immediately and only needs Prestige 1.
Aqua and Ronin also offer manageable routes because the Ryden 45K and Jäger 45 are available early.
Weaponized 115 is the stronger long-term target for many Zombies fans, but the Echo 12 must complete both Prestige resets and then reach Level 250.
Bacon and Cyborg require similar Level 250 grinds on the MPC-25 and Peacekeeper MK1, which unlock much later in normal player progression.
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Why This System Works
The Weapon Prestige system gives classic camos a meaningful unlock route instead of placing every returning design in the Store.
Prestige 1 rewards provide shorter goals, while the Level 250 camos give long-term players a reason to keep using one weapon after unlocking its normal attachments.
The system also keeps the rewards useful because each returning BO2 camo becomes available across your arsenal after the initial unlock.
Players comparing camos, XP, challenges, and other progression options can use the current BO7 progression hub.
The earlier BO7 demo and trial overview also remains available for background on the game’s pre-release access options.
Conclusion
You unlock BO2 camos in Black Ops 7 by levelling the weapon tied to each design and reaching its required Weapon Prestige tier.
Prestige 1 rewards such as Graffiti, Aqua, Comics, and Cherry Blossom offer the quickest routes. Pack-A-Punch requires Echo 12 Prestige 2, while Weaponized 115, Bacon, Cyborg, Afterlife, Dragon, and Benjamins require Weapon Prestige Master Level 250.
Pick the camo you want, focus on its required weapon, and use Double Weapon XP during the longest part of the climb.
BO2 Camos in Black Ops 7 FAQs
How do you unlock Weaponized 115 in Black Ops 7?
Max the Echo 12, complete Weapon Prestige 1 and 2, then reach Weapon Prestige Master Level 250. Weaponized 115 becomes a Universal camo after the unlock.
How do you unlock Bacon in BO7?
Reach Weapon Prestige Master Level 250 with the MPC-25. You must complete both normal Weapon Prestige resets before starting its Level 250 journey.
Are BO2 camos Universal in Black Ops 7?
Yes. The returning BO2 camos earned at Prestige 1, Prestige 2, or Prestige Max can be equipped on other weapons once unlocked.
Does Weapon Prestige reset your attachments?
Prestige 1 and Prestige 2 relock most attachments and return the weapon to Level 1. Optics, cosmetics, and your selected permanent attachment unlocks remain available.
Can you earn Weapon Prestige XP in Zombies?
Yes. Weapon Prestige progresses in Multiplayer, Zombies, Co-Op Campaign, and Warzone as long as you earn Weapon XP with the required weapon.
Are Weaponized 115 and Bacon Mastery Camos?
They are final Weapon Prestige rewards, not Multiplayer or Zombies Mastery Camos. Their unlock paths are separate from Singularity, Infestation, Genesis, and Apocalypse.
