Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Release Date Set for November 14, No Switch 2 Version Planned

Announcement of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Release Date

Prominent insider billbil-kun has disclosed that Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is slated for release on November 14, 2023. This news reinforces a prior rumor shared by TheGhostofHope via X last month. Notably, billbil-kun confirmed that the game will not include a version for the Nintendo Switch 2, leaving unclear whether Activision Blizzard has plans for a future port.

Community Speculation on Nintendo Switch Availability

The absence of a Nintendo version has sparked discussions among fans, particularly in light of Microsoft’s announcement made earlier this year regarding their acquisition of Activision Blizzard. In February 2023, Microsoft revealed a ten-year partnership with Nintendo aimed at bringing the beloved Call of Duty franchise to Nintendo platforms. Until now, no titles from this series have graced Nintendo consoles.

With the arrival of the Switch 2, it could provide an opportunity to introduce new releases to a more robust hardware line-up. Given that Black Ops 7 is also set to launch on older consoles such as the PS4 and Xbox One, the Switch 2’s enhanced capabilities — reportedly surpassing those of its predecessors from Sony and Microsoft — would seemingly make it a suitable candidate for future releases. However, significant challenges must be addressed before this can become a reality.

Physical Release Details and Pricing

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 will be available in physical editions on various consoles, including PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series S|X, with a retail price of €79.99. As announced by billbil-kun, pre-orders are expected to open on Wednesday, August 20th, immediately following the Gamescom Opening Night Live event hosted by Geoff Keighley.

Game Development and Storyline Insights

This latest installment is a collaborative effort between Treyarch and Raven Software, continuing the narrative established in the acclaimed 2012 title Black Ops II. Set ten years later, the campaign will feature David Mason, reprised by Milo Ventimiglia, who, along with his team of agents, faces a cunning adversary known for exploiting fear.

In addition to the single-player storyline, players can expect a robust multiplayer experience, including a collaborative Zombies mode. The developers have promised an evolution of the omnimovement system introduced in last year’s Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, enhancing overall gameplay mechanics and player engagement.

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