Players can’t wait to get their hands on the brand-new CoD: BO 6, so we’ve compiled this guide on everything you need to know before you buy it!
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is the 21st installment in the legendary FPS series and the sixth title in the Black Ops sub-series, which began in 2010.
The new title follows the events of CoD: Black Ops—Cold War and features many exciting qualities elevating the familiar experience. Read on if you want to learn everything this revolutionary game offers!
Campaign and Plot
Launching on October 25, 2024, Black Ops VI takes us to a theater of operations set in the early 1990s. The game follows global political intrigue, with players traveling to various corners of the world, including Russia, the United States, and the Middle East.
Since it’s a sequel to the Cold War game, we can see familiar faces like Russell Adler and Frank Woods. The entire single-player campaign evolves in the style of a spy action thriller, combining stealth missions and spectacular combat.
Furthermore, players can enjoy side quests, puzzles, and upgrades and learn more about their favorite characters.
Multiplayer Experience
The new game arrives with sixteen multiplayer maps – four for Strike mode and twelve for the standard module. You can check them all out here:
- Babylon (Core 6v6)
- Derelict (Core 6v6)
- Lowtown (Core 6v6)
- Payback (Core 6v6)
- Protocol (Core 6v6)
- Red Card (Core 6v6)
- Rewind (Core 6v6)
- Scud (Core 6v6)
- Skyline (Core 6v6)
- Subsonic (Core 6v6)
- Vault (Core 6v6)
- Vorkuta (Core 6v6)
- Gala (Strike Map 2v2/6v6)
- Pit (Strike Map 2v2/6v6)
- Stakeout (Strike Map 2v2/6v6)
- Warhead (Strike Map 2v2/6v6)
Players can expect the grand return of Theater and Prestige modes, but that’s not all, as Black Ops VI significantly expands on the classic experience. All available game modes are:
Standard
- Team Deathmatch (6v6)
- Domination (6v6)
- Search and Destroy (6v6)
- Kill Confirmed (6v6)
- Free-For-All (8 players)
- Hardpoint (6v6)
- Gunfight (2v2)
- Headquarters (6v6)
- Kill Order (6v6)
- Control (6v6)
Face Off Modes
- Face Off Domination (6v6)
- Face Off Team Deathmatch (6v6)
- Face Off Kill Order (6v6)
- Face Off Kill Confirmed (6v6)
Hardcore mode variants
- Team Deathmatch
- Kill Order
- Domination
- Hardpoint
- Search and Destroy
- Kill Confirmed
- Free-For-All
- Face Off Moshpit
Zombies Mode
It’s hard to imagine a CoD game without this legendary mode. This time, you can expect some changes – playing solo, players can save their progress and return to it any time if they are fully healthy and not in evacuation.
This fan-favorite mode returns with two brand-new maps (Liberty Falls and Terminus), where players confront hordes of undead in incredibly spectacular battles.
Omnimovement
This innovative movement system allows players to fully control their actions—run, slide, and even turn while lying down.
According to the creators, it’s the most fluid movement system in the series’ history, increasing immersion and putting players into reality like in the best action movies.
Release Date, Platforms and Editions
CoD: BO6 launches on October 25, 2024, for PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5.
Regardless of which digital edition of the video game you choose, you can count on various pre-order bonuses. There are three editions, each equipped with some pretty epic content.
Pre-Order Bonuses
- Reflect 115 Camo Pack (the pack includes Reflect 115 Camo, three Legendary Aether Tools, three Ray Gun Weapon Cases for Modern Warfare Zombies, and three Flawless Aetherium Crystals).
- The Woods Operator Pack (the pack includes The Classic Woods Operator Skin, plus Zombie Woods Skin and Numbers Woods animated skin unlockable through completing a challenge for each Skin in CoD: Modern Warfare III and CoD: Warzone).
Cross-Gen Edition (Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5) – $69.99
- CoD: Black Ops VI Game
- Cross-gen compatibility
- Woods Operator Pack (Pre-Order)
- Reflect 115 Camo Pack (Pre-Order)
Standard Edition (PC) – $69.99
- CoD: Black Ops VI Game
- Cross-gen compatibility
- Woods Operator Pack (Pre-Order)
- Reflect 115 Camo Pack (Pre-Order)
Vault Edition (PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5) – $99.99
- CoD: Black Ops VI Game
- Woods Operator Pack (Pre-Order)
- Reflect 115 Camo Pack (Pre-Order)
- BlackCell Battle Pass Season 1
- GobbleGum Pack
- Hunters vs Hunted Operator Pack (the pack includes Operator Skins for Adler, Park, Brutus, and Klaus)
- Mastercraft Weapon Collection: SMG Jackal PDW (Scourge), Sniper Rifle LR 7.62 (Brainstorm), Shotgun Marine SP (Unrepentant), Assault Rifle AMES 85 (Plague Doctor), Combat Knife (Mind’s Eye)
System Requirements
Minimum:
- Windows 10 64 Bit (latest update)
- Video – NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 / GTX 1650 or AMD Radeon RX 470
- Storage – SSD with 149 GB available space at launch (78 GB if COD HQ and Warzone are already installed)
- Processor – Intel Core i5-6600 or AMD Ryzen 5 1400
- Memory – 8 GB RAM
- Internet – Broadband Internet connection
Recommended:
- Windows 10 64 Bit (latest update) or Windows 11 64 Bit (latest update)
- Video – NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti / RTX 3060 or AMD Radeon RX 6600XT, or Intel Arc A770
- Storage – SSD with 149 GB available space at launch (78 GB if COD HQ and Warzone are already installed)
- Processor- Intel Core i7-6700K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
- Memory – 16 GB RAM
- Internet – Broadband Internet connection
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q: Does CoD: Black Ops VI feature crossplay?
Yes, the game offers crossplay for all PC and console users from the release day, encouraging players to play together.
Q: Can I play BO6 on a split screen?
Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5 users can enjoy split-screen gameplay to their heart’s content.
Q: Does BO6 integrate with Warzone?
Yes, the new installation features Warzone integration for Season 1.
Q: What is the CoD: BO6 release date?
The game launches on October 25, 2024, for PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5.
Q: Is there a Zombies Mode?
Yes, BO6 returns with the proven mode for cooperative fun. Up to 4 players can now battle hordes of undead on two brand-new maps, Liberty Falls and Terminus.
Q: Is BO6 available on Game Pass?
Yes, Xbox Game Pass, PC Game Pass, and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers can enjoy BO6 from day one. Sadly, it’s unavailable for Xbox Game Pass Core users.
Conclusion
Hopefully, you now have all the information to celebrate the long-awaited release of CoD: BO6. As you can see, the game arrives with many improvements and new features for endless hours of pure fun. Plus, both the single-player and multiplayer experiences received a decent polish. Enough talking – now go and pick your best edition!