The latest entry in the Call of Duty series, Black Ops 7, was formally revealed at the beginning of gamescom, presenting new developments for the franchise. Set in the year 2035, the game delves into issues of misinformation, artificial intelligence, and the use of robotics in combat. Players will confront the reemergence of terrorist Raul Menendez, with the storyline referencing Black Ops 2. A private military organization, the Guild, directed by CEO Emma Kagan, proposes to take on Menendez, though the CIA remains doubtful, deploying an elite unit to look into the situation.
The campaign consists of eleven missions set in various worldwide locales such as Nicaragua, Los Angeles, Tokyo, and others, featuring an alternate reality element. The Connected Campaign enables players to transfer their progress to multiplayer and zombie game modes. The Endgame, a mission for 32 players, merges multiplayer with single-player experiences, presenting players with multiple challenges.
Multiplayer mode adds new gadgets, firearms, and the Omni Movement system, which enriches gameplay with wall jumps and grappling hooks. Eighteen maps will be accessible, including beloved ones from Black Ops 2. A new Skirmish mode includes 20-player teams working to secure control points and employ vehicles.
Zombie mode makes a comeback with a turn-based structure, serving as a spiritual successor to Black Ops 2. Although only snippets of gameplay were shared, the game is anticipated to launch on November 14, 2025, and will be included in Xbox Game Pass upon release. Enthusiasts are both excited and critical regarding the latest innovations in this installment.