Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is officially launching this week, with confirmed global release times for both PC and consoles. While most regions will get access on November 14, some players using the “New Zealand trick” may be able to play a few hours earlier.
For PC players, the regional unlock schedule is: West Coast US at 9 pm PST on November 13, East Coast US at 12 am EST on November 14, UK at 5 am GMT, Europe at 6 am CET, and Australia at 4 pm AEDT on November 14. Console players on PS5 and Xbox can access the game at midnight local time on November 14 across all regions. Players can gain early access by setting their console region to New Zealand, which allows play several hours before the local release.
Black Ops 7 arrives with high expectations, building on the franchise’s legacy. The campaign is set in 2035, following David Mason as he investigates a new threat linked to Raul Menendez. Players encounter surreal, hallucination-fueled missions caused by a mind-altering gas called The Cradle. The game combines massive boss fights, cinematic environments, and cooperative gameplay, offering both linear and open-world missions in Avalon.
Endgame mode introduces an Avalon-based open world where up to 32 players can complete contracts, survive threats, and extract to retain progress. This mode connects campaign, multiplayer, and operator progression, letting players earn XP and unlocks across all game modes. Future seasonal updates are expected, including a Zombie T. rex and a colossal mech.
Early impressions of multiplayer highlight improved map flow, refined gunplay, and more accessible playlists with lower skill-based matchmaking pressure. Fans say Black Ops 7 delivers one of the most content-rich and replayable experiences in the Call of Duty series.
Players worldwide are preparing to dive into Black Ops 7, marking a major moment for the franchise with its combination of cinematic storytelling, expansive gameplay, and innovative new modes.
