Preload for Black Ops 7 begins soon, and here's what you need to know. By S.E. Doster on November 7, 2025 at 1:51PM PST Activision has revealed new details regarding the upcoming preload for the launch of Black Ops 7. The game releases on November 14, but players can start preloading Black Ops 7 as early as November 10. This update for the Call of Duty HQ will also include reorganized and existing Black Ops 6 and Warzone content packs, so players will want to be aware of some additional downloads. The publisher says the Black Ops 7 preload will be a larger update for players with all Black Ops 6 and Warzone content installed, but they can reduce the size of the download by uninstalling content they're no longer playing, such as the Black Ops 6 campaign. Want us to remember this setting for all your devices? Now Playing: Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 - Everything To Know After downloading, players will be able to instantly load into Black Ops 7 on November 14 when the game goes live in their region. Make sure to check out our full breakdown of Black Ops 7 launch times and preload details to find when the game unlocks for you. As an added perk, everyone that jumps in and plays Black Ops 7 before Season 1 begins will be able to level up faster with five hours of double XP and double weapon XP rewards. We have a full breakdown of everything coming to Black Ops 7 multiplayer at launch, including all the maps, modes, and operators. The Season 1 roadmap for Black Ops 7 was revealed earlier this year-- this includes six new multiplayer maps, three zombies maps, new weapons, seasonal events, and more. Activision has also detailed the full PC system requirements for Black Ops 7. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is confirmed for PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC, and it'll be available on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. Latest in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 You'll Level Up Faster In Black Ops 7 Before Season 1's Launch The Biggest New Game Releases Of November 2025 Here's Everything Coming To CoD: Black Ops 7 Multiplayer At Launch