
Call of Duty®
Treyarch · Activision
The Call of Duty® experience supports Modern Warfare® 4, Black Ops 7, Black Ops 6 and Call of Duty®: Warzone™.
Year 4
Oct 27, 2025 - Jun 15, 2026
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 launched on May 28, 2026, bringing significant updates including the Season 04 Launch and the introduction of new multiplayer maps. Players experienced a wealth of new content, including fresh gameplay mechanics and a reimagined progression system.
- New Multiplayer Maps: The game added three new maps: Liminal, a dynamic 6v6 map; Primetime, inspired by a Japanese game show; and a remastered version of Vertigo from Black Ops 2.
- Season 04 Launch: Season 04 introduced Operation Wall Breaker, five new and remastered multiplayer maps, and a new Rogue Run game mode in Zombies.
- Gameplay Innovations: The multiplayer experience featured a redesigned Create-a-Class system, allowing for unified operator and weapon progression, and introduced two Prestige Paths for varied player experiences.
- Campaign Overview: Players joined Private Park, a young South Korean soldier, in a gripping narrative against the backdrop of a North Korean invasion.
- Black Ops Royale Mode: The new Black Ops Royale Battle Royale mode launched, featuring unique mechanics like no loadouts or Gulag, and introduced the expansive Avalon map with diverse combat zones.
Year 3
Oct 27, 2024 - Oct 27, 2025
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 launched on October 23, 2025, marking a significant milestone as the biggest year in Black Ops history. This release included a host of new content, such as the introduction of a co-op campaign, new multiplayer maps, and the much-anticipated Zombies mode. The Season 02 Battle Pass, which debuted on January 28, 2025, also brought over 100 rewards, including new weapons and Operator skins.
- Major Content Drops:
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 launched on October 23, 2025.
- Black Ops 6 Season 02 Battle Pass launched on January 28, 2025, featuring 100+ rewards.
- New Content:
- Black Ops 7 Multiplayer and Zombies Beta launched from October 2 to 8, 2025.
- New Co-op Campaign introduced on August 19, 2025, allowing up to four players to engage in a narrative-driven experience.
- Return of Verdansk Map reintroduced on April 3, 2025.
- New Zombies Map: Citadelle des Morts launched on December 5, 2024, expanding the Zombies experience.
- New Gameplay Features:
- Omnimovement Feature launched on November 7, 2024, allowing players to sprint, slide, and dive in any direction.
- Progression System in Beta allowed players to level up through 20 tiers with unlocks in Multiplayer and Zombies.
- Balance & Gameplay Changes:
- Updated Rank and Skill Division System introduced on November 7, 2024, enhancing the competitive experience in Ranked Play.
- New Perk: Low Profile improved movement speed when crouched, prone, and downed, added on January 22, 2025.
- Seasonal Events:
- The Haunting of Call of Duty launched on October 9, 2025, featuring Halloween-themed content and modes.
- Squid Game Event from January 3 to 24, 2025, introduced unique challenges and rewards.
Year 2
Oct 27, 2023 - Oct 27, 2024
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III launched on November 9, 2023, bringing a wealth of content, including 16 iconic multiplayer maps and the innovative Open Combat Missions in the campaign. Following this, the excitement continued with the announcement of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, set to launch on October 25, 2024, alongside numerous new gameplay features and modes.
- Major DLC Releases:
- Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III launched on November 9, 2023.
- Campaign Early Access for Modern Warfare III became available on November 1, 2023.
- Pre-purchase options for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 opened on June 9, 2024.
- New Content in Black Ops 6:
- Launch of Black Ops 6 set for October 25, 2024, featuring 33 new weapons and the return of the Classic Prestige System.
- Introduction of the Omnimovement system, allowing players to sprint, slide, and dive in any direction.
- New Operator skins, including Michael Myers and a horrifying three-headed Operator named Alone.
- Gameplay Innovations:
- Season 6 Battle Pass launched on September 17, 2024, introducing over 100 rewards and new gameplay modes.
- A new Weapon Camo System overhaul streamlined the process of earning camos across different modes.
- Introduction of Augments for Perk-a-Colas and Field Upgrades, enhancing gameplay strategies.
- Seasonal Events:
- The CODMAS Event launched on December 19, 2023, introducing holiday-themed challenges and rewards.
- The Fallout: Vault Dwellers Event occurred from June 20 to June 26, 2024, featuring themed challenges across multiple modes.
- Balance Changes:
- Adjustments were made to headshot damage and bullet penetration mechanics to improve competitive play.
Year 1
Oct 27, 2022 - Oct 27, 2023
Modern Warfare III was announced on August 17, 2023, and is set to launch on November 10, 2023, featuring a significant Zombies mode and the largest Zombies map in franchise history. Players also welcomed the Season 03 Battle Pass on April 11, introducing over 100 rewards and new gameplay mechanics.
- Major Content Updates:
- Modern Warfare III Announcement: Revealed on August 17, 2023, with a direct sequel releasing on November 10.
- Zombies Mode Introduction: The Zombies mode features the largest map ever in the franchise, set to enhance cooperative PvE gameplay.
- Season 03 Battle Pass Launch: Introduced on April 11, featuring 100+ rewards across 22 sectors, including new operators and weapons.
- Season 02 Battle Pass Launch: Launched on February 15, 2023, adding three new functional weapons and the Ronin Operator.
- New Maps and Modes:
- Urzikstan Map: Set to debut in December as part of Season 01, providing a new Battle Royale experience.
- New Game Mode: Cutthroat: Launched on October 5, 2023, featuring 3v3v3 combat on Core Multiplayer maps.
- Ground War and War Modes: Both modes returned on October 5, allowing for large-scale battles and linear engagements.
- Modern Warfare III Multiplayer Launch Maps: Included all 16 modernized maps from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (2009) on October 5.
- Gameplay Enhancements:
- Active Duty Operator Slots: Players gained the ability to use three Active Duty Operator slots, introduced on April 11.
- Introduction of Aftermarket Parts Feature: Launched on October 5, allowing players to customize weapon functions beyond standard attachments.
- Revamped Movement Mechanics: Enhanced movement mechanics were introduced, improving agility and tactical options for players.
- Seasonal Events:
- The Haunting Event Announcement: Announced on September 21, featuring Halloween-themed maps and modes across both games.
- Shadow Siege Limited-Time Event: Launched on August 17, focusing on specific objectives and rewards.
- Balance Changes:
- Increased Core Multiplayer Health: Health was increased to 150 points, impacting Time-to-Kill (TTK) introduced on October 5.
- Movement and Combat Changes: Implemented faster slide canceling and increased strafe speeds alongside new gameplay mechanics.