The excitement surrounding Black Ops 7 continues to grow, maintaining its status as one of the year’s most awaited video game releases. Although its spotlight may have been somewhat eclipsed by the buzz of Battlefield 6, the enduring popularity of the Call of Duty franchise guarantees its dedicated fanbase will be eager to play.
Black Ops 7 is poised to be a significant entry in the series, featuring an impressive array of content. Additionally, some intriguing behind-the-scenes changes are set to redefine long-standing practices, demonstrating that Call of Duty is not afraid to evolve.
For those counting the days until the launch of this year’s Call of Duty installment, this comprehensive guide aims to address all your queries, ensuring you are well-prepared for the release.
Early Access to Black Ops 7
Unfortunately, Black Ops 7 will not provide any form of early access, regardless of the platform. Regardless of your pre-order status, all players will join the action simultaneously on launch day.
Additionally, the game will not feature an early unlock for the Campaign mode—a missed opportunity, especially considering this year’s Campaign introduces a cooperative play option and a unique repeatable post-Campaign mode set in an open world. Players will likely find themselves torn between engaging with Multiplayer and Zombies at launch, which is a bit disappointing.
Pre-load Information for Black Ops 7
You will be able to pre-load Black Ops 7 starting on November 10. This will be available across all platforms simultaneously, allowing players on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S to begin the download at the same time.
Here are the precise times when the pre-load will become accessible:
- 9 AM PT (San Francisco)
- 12 PM ET (New York)
- 5 PM GMT (London)
- 6 PM CET (Berlin)
- 9 PM GST (Dubai)
Expected Pre-load Size
The pre-load for Black Ops 7 encompasses the full game, including Campaign, Multiplayer, and Zombies modes. Given this extensive content, anticipate a sizable download. It’s advisable to ensure ample storage space on your hard drive.
While Activision has not officially announced the final download size, estimates suggest it will exceed 80GB. Remember to keep over 100GB free for a smooth installation process.
Launch Schedule for Black Ops 7
The release of Black Ops 7 presents a slightly complex launch timeline. The official launch date is set for November 14, but players might get an early start on November 13, depending on their geographical location and platform.
For players using PC via Steam and Battle.net, the following launch times apply:
- 9 PM PT (San Francisco)
- 1 AM ET (November 14, New York)
- 5 AM GMT (November 14, London)
- 6 AM CET (November 14, Berlin)
- 9 AM GST (November 14, Dubai)
West Coast players can dive into the game in the evening on November 13, while European gamers can join in during the early hours of November 14.
However, for those on PlayStation, Xbox, and Game Pass on PC, Black Ops 7 will unlock at midnight local time. This regional rollout means the game will become available between 3 AM and 10 PM PT on November 13, depending on where you happen to be located.
PC Specifications for Black Ops 7
Activision has outlined three tiers of PC specifications for Black Ops 7—minimum, recommended, and ultra settings support—allowing players to choose according to their hardware capabilities.
Minimum PC Requirements
To run Black Ops 7 on low settings:
- OS: Windows 10 64 Bit (latest update)
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 1400 or Intel Core i5-6600
- RAM: 8GB
- GPU: AMD Radeon RX 470 or Nvidia GeForce GTX 970 / 1060 or Intel Arc A580
- VRAM: 3GB
- Storage: SSD with 116GB of available space
Recommended PC Requirements
For optimal gameplay with 60fps in most situations at high settings:
- OS: Windows 11 64 Bit (latest update)
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 1600X or Intel Core i7-6700K
- RAM: 12GB
- GPU: AMD Radeon RX 6600XT or Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 or Intel Arc B580
- VRAM: 8GB
- Storage: SSD with 116GB of available space
Competitive and Ultra PC Requirements
For those seeking high-performance gameplay and targeting maximum visual quality:
- OS: Windows 11 64 Bit (latest update)
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 5600X or Intel Core i7-10700K
- RAM: 16GB
- GPU: AMD Radeon RX 9070XT or Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 / 5070
- VRAM: 16GB
- Storage: SSD with 116GB of available space
Necessary GPU Drivers
Before launching Black Ops 7, it’s crucial to ensure that you have the latest GPU drivers installed on your PC. Here are the recommended drivers:
- Nvidia: 581.42
- AMD: 25.9.2
- Intel: 32.0.101.8132
For players using an Intel Arc GPU, ensure that the Resizable Bar feature is enabled. You can find instructions on how to enable Resizable Bar on your Intel Arc GPU here.
TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot Requirements
Like many modern multiplayer shooters, Black Ops 7 has similar technical requirements, specifically the need for TPM 2.0 and secure boot features to be enabled on your PC. This typically involves a two-step process, where you first activate it in your UEFI (BIOS) and then under Windows.
If you’ve already enabled these settings for a different game, there’s no need to redo the process for Black Ops 7. For those unfamiliar with these terms, consult this helpful article for guidance on enabling these security features.
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