Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Unveils Multiplayer Gameplay with Emphasis on Wall-Running and Movement Mechanics

Exciting Reveal of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Multiplayer

Today marks a significant moment for gaming enthusiasts as Activision unveiled the highly anticipated multiplayer reveal trailer for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. This trailer not only highlights thrilling gameplay but also reinstates the fan-favorite feature of wall-running alongside the innovative omni-movement mechanics first seen in Black Ops 6.

New Insights into Zombies and Multiplayer Features

Last week, exclusive details about the Zombies mode were shared, featuring a new cinematic trailer as well as an informative blog post on the official Call of Duty website. The multiplayer reveal also accompanies a comprehensive blog post, exploring available maps, weapons, loadouts, and exciting game modes slated for launch.

Furthermore, the multiplayer reveal trailer sheds light on the upcoming beta phase, which will kick off shortly after this announcement, ensuring that players can soon experience its dynamic gameplay.

Multiplayer Beta: Game Modes and Maps

As the beta approaches, players can expect to engage in four distinct game modes: Team Deathmatch, Domination, Kill Confirmed, and Hardpoint. Meanwhile, exciting additional modes, such as Search and Destroy, Free-For-All, Control, Gunfight, and Kill Order, await players upon the full game’s launch in November.

For core 6v6 gameplay, the full release will introduce a total of 16 maps, yet only a selection of six will be available during the beta. Below is a detailed list of the maps set for the anticipated full launch alongside the beta offerings:

Blackheart (Beta)
Cortex (Beta)
Exposure (Beta)
Imprint (Beta)
The Forge (Beta)
Toshin (Beta)
Colossus
It
Flagship
Homestead
Paranoia
Retrieval
Scar
Express (Returning from Black Ops 2)
Hijacked (Returning from Black Ops 2)
Raid (Returning from Black Ops 2)

Call of Duty Black Ops 7 Blackheart map features a hydro-pump and a guild container on a futuristic offshore platform. — Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Blackheart map. Image credit: Activision

Call of Duty Black Ops 7 Cortex multiplayer map features exterior and interior futuristic settings with technology equipment. — Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Blackheart map. Image credit: Activision

What to Expect on Launch Day

The newly released trailer undoubtedly ramps up the excitement surrounding Black Ops 7, promising yet another exhilarating chapter for the Call of Duty franchise. However, it will be interesting to see how Activision addresses any lingering concerns regarding the “identity crisis” that many fans have expressed over the years. While wall-running adds an element of fun, players often reminisce about the more grounded gameplay that defined the series when it debuted in 2007.

Mark your calendars for the full game launch set for November 14, 2025, available across various platforms including PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. Stay tuned and gear up for an action-packed experience!

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