Call of Duty®

Call of Duty®

Treyarch · Activision

activeReleased Oct 27, 2022steam

The Call of Duty® experience supports Modern Warfare® 4, Black Ops 7 and Call of Duty®: Warzone™.

Year 5

Oct 27, 2026 - Nov 13, 2026

37 changes

Season 1 Battle Pass launched with 100+ unlockable rewards, a 50-plus-reward catch-up system, and the paid BlackCell offering; the rollout also delivered Hajin and Zodiac in Warzone. X01 Black Site, three Multiplayer maps, and new traversal and loot tools extended the release across DMZ and match play.

  • Battle Pass and BlackCell: The Cronen Osprey and CSG-35 joined the Battle Pass with new Operators, Elite Perks, and DMZ Survival Kits.
    • BlackCell: Its paid faction added exclusive operator skins, weapon blueprints, challenges, daily challenges, and a 10% Battle Pass XP boost.
    • Vault Edition: Owners received all Battle Pass and BlackCell content on login during Season 1.
  • Warzone systems: Hajin added Warzone’s first South Korean Battle Royale map, while Zodiac centered Resurgence on DRC Advanced Systems.
    • Grind for Royalty generated stat-based challenges, and Weapon Augments added weapon bonuses.
    • Grabber Drone retrieved loot and downed teammates; Zipline Launcher, Fuel Barrels, and movable cover expanded traversal and interaction.
  • Multiplayer and DMZ:
    • Backstab, Canyon, and Reimagined Shoot House launched in Multiplayer.
    • X01 Black Site added a DMZ location with new enemies, orders, and events.
    • Possession and Grind launched or returned, while Halloween Events added Infected.
    • Ministry and Overflow were announced as mid-season additions; Verdansk and Rebirth Island were announced to return later in Season 1 rather than launching here.
  • Progression and combat: Player Level Reset opened Prestige across Multiplayer, DMZ, and Warzone. Tactical Sprint became universal with a shorter duration, alongside weapon balance tuning, improved visibility, better footstep audio, and Kill Block: Crash.
  • C.O.D.E. Valor Pack and events: The C.O.D.E. Valor Pack released on November 11 in Modern Warfare 4 and Warzone, inspired by veteran Kyle Carpenter. Polaris x Call of Duty Endowment Community Mission opened the same day; Veterans Day In-Game Rewards were available to pack owners from November 10–12. The DMZ Free Trial was announced to run from November 6–11 as an access promotion, not a new DMZ release.

Year 4

Oct 27, 2025 - Oct 27, 2026

491 changes

Black Ops 7 launched on November 14, 2025, bringing its co-op campaign and new multiplayer and Zombies content. Modern Warfare 4 followed on October 23, 2026 after an August early access beta.

  • Black Ops 7: The base game and co-op campaign launched together, followed by seasonal content and battle pass rewards.
  • Modern Warfare 4: The early access beta began August 21; the full game launched October 23.
  • Multiplayer: Kill Block introduced a modular battleground with changing map configurations, alongside new maps including Liminal and a remastered Vertigo.
  • Zombies: Rex Infernus brought the Black Ops 7 Zombies storyline to its finale.
  • Competition and events: Ranked Play’s skill rating system became more transparent, while seasonal events included the Lunar New Year Luck Confirmed mode.

Year 3

Oct 27, 2024 - Oct 27, 2025

354 changes

Black Ops 6 continued through seasonal updates, including the return of Verdansk and a new Zombies map. Black Ops 7 held its multiplayer and Zombies beta ahead of its later release.

  • Major Content Drops: Black Ops 6 Season 02 Battle Pass launched on January 28, 2025, featuring 100+ rewards.

  • New Content: Black Ops 7 held its multiplayer beta in early October 2025, with Zombies Survival added October 3.

    • Black Ops 7 co-op campaign was previewed ahead of its November release.
    • 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: 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

790 changes

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 launch of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 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 2, 2023.
    • Pre-purchase options for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 opened on June 9, 2024.
  • New Content in Black Ops 6: Black Ops 6 launched 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.
  • Gameplay Innovations: The Modern Warfare III and Warzone Season 6 Battle Pass launched September 18, 2024, with more than 100 rewards. Its operators included Michael Myers and the three-headed Alone, available through BlackCell.

    • 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

773 changes

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 12, 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 12, 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: Revealed on October 5, 2023, featuring 3v3v3 combat on Core Multiplayer maps.
    • Ground War and War Modes: Both modes were revealed on October 5, promising for large-scale battles and linear engagements.
    • Modern Warfare III Multiplayer Launch Maps: The October 5 reveal announced all 16 modernized maps from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (2009) for launch.
  • Gameplay Enhancements: Active Duty Operator Slots: Players gained the ability to use three Active Duty Operator slots, introduced on April 12.

    • Introduction of Aftermarket Parts Feature: Revealed on October 5, promising weapon customization beyond standard attachments.
    • Revamped Movement Mechanics: Modern Warfare III previewed changes to movement and tactical options.
  • 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: The October 5 reveal described 150-point health for Modern Warfare III.

    • Movement and Combat Changes: The preview described faster slide canceling and increased strafe speeds.