Call of Duty’s next major instalment, Black Ops 7, is officially joining Xbox Game Pass, marking a huge milestone for both the franchise and Microsoft’s gaming ecosystem. The game will be available from day one on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, allowing subscribers to jump straight into the action across cloud, console, and PC. Developed by Treyarch and Raven Software, Black Ops 7 continues the gripping storyline of espionage and warfare that fans have come to expect from the series.
Black Ops 7 Headlines the Xbox Game Pass Lineup
Microsoft confirmed that Black Ops 7 will be part of November’s Game Pass additions, headlining a stacked lineup of releases. Leading up to the launch, players will also see titles like Dead Static Drive, Sniper Elite Resistance, Voidtrain, and Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris added to the service. But the real highlight is undoubtedly the global debut of Black Ops 7 on November 14, giving subscribers instant access to one of the year’s most anticipated shooters.
This marks the first time a major Call of Duty title is launching directly on Game Pass. Following Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard, fans have been waiting for this crossover, and it now symbolizes a new era where Xbox’s biggest exclusives and blockbuster franchises coexist under one subscription service.
Gameplay and Features
Black Ops 7 picks up after the events of Black Ops 6, thrusting players into a near-future world filled with espionage, covert missions, and intense tactical warfare. The game will launch with a fully-fledged campaign mode, 16 multiplayer maps ranging from classic 6v6 arenas to large-scale 20v20 battles, and the fan-favorite round-based Zombies mode featuring a brand-new Dark Aether storyline.
The game’s early beta gave players a glimpse of its refined mechanics, including tighter map layouts, smoother gunplay, and deeper weapon customization. Treyarch’s near-future setting combines grounded realism with advanced combat technology, keeping the tone gritty while pushing the boundaries of the series’ visuals and strategy.
Release Timeline and Early Access
Black Ops 7 launches globally on November 14, 2025, with preload access beginning November 10 at 9 AM PST, or 10:30 PM IST for Indian players. Console players may see early regional access depending on time zones. With its arrival on Game Pass, millions of players will be able to dive in simultaneously, ensuring one of the biggest multiplayer openings in the series’ history.
Why This Launch Matters
This move solidifies Xbox Game Pass as a central hub for blockbuster gaming. By bringing Call of Duty into its ecosystem, Microsoft strengthens the value of its subscription service while making one of the most iconic franchises more accessible than ever. The timing is also crucial, as Black Ops 7’s launch coincides with key updates to Game Pass pricing and tier structures, highlighting its push to dominate both content and convenience in the gaming market.
Black Ops 7’s arrival sets the stage for a competitive showdown between major shooters like Battlefield 6, ensuring this holiday season will be one of the most exciting in years for FPS fans.
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