
Call of Duty®
Treyarch · Activision
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
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
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
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.
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Major Content Drops: Black Ops 6 Season 02 Battle Pass launched on January 28, 2025, featuring 100+ rewards.
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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.
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New Gameplay Features: Progression System in Beta allowed players to level up through 20 tiers with unlocks in Multiplayer and Zombies.
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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.
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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 launch of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 on October 25, 2024, alongside numerous new gameplay features and modes.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 12, introducing over 100 rewards and new gameplay mechanics.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.