When is Black Ops 7 season 1? Release date and countdown timer

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is another pivotal entry in the franchise, launching worldwide on Nov. 14, 2025, across PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. But when does season 1 release for BO7?

According to Treyarch, season 1 is slated to be “the biggest season in franchise history.” The Black Ops 7 season 1 roadmap includes a ton of content, including fresh and returning maps, weapons, and modes for Multiplayer and Zombies.

Full Warzone integration will also take place with this update, with BO7 mechanics taking over. With that said, here’s everything you need to know about when season 1 goes live.

Black Ops 7 season 1 release date

Black Ops 7 season 1 is expected to release on Dec. 4, 2025. I can pinpoint the date because it’s currently season 6 in Black Ops 6 and Warzone, and that will be over in 18 days, at the time of writing.

Operator aiming with an assault rifle in Black Ops 7 — Image via Activision

Although Activision has yet to announce the date officially, Dec. 4 is the date when the entire game transitions into Black Ops 7 mechanics. As the date nears, the devs will surely announce something about season 1.

This gap between the base game and season 1’s launch in December gives players the time to explore Campaign, Multiplayer, and Zombies content before the new update drops. During this time, you can level up the meta weapons from launch and get them ready to destroy Warzone lobbies once the integration happens later this year.

Black Ops 7 season 1 release countdown

Here’s a countdown timer for you until Black Ops 7 season 1 launches:

Black Ops 7 season 1 release countdown

11am CT is the expected global reference time for season 1’s arrival. If you’re outside North America, check your local time against the CT launch for the accurate times.

Two operators using SMGs in Black Ops 7 Multiplayer, which has receive a lot of changes in BO7 patch notes for launch — Image via Activision

What to expect in BO7 season 1

Seven new and remastered weapons, such as the Maddox assault rifle, Crossbow, and Ballistic Knife, are set to arrive with season 1. Several multiplayer maps are also expected to drop, blending original locations and classics like Standoff and Meltdown.

Three new Zombies maps, including Astra Malorum, are on the way, along with fresh Multiplayer modes like Sticks and Stones and Prop Hunt. Full integration with Warzone will happen with the introduction of new weapons and the Resurgence map, Haven’s Hollow.

Before season 1 sets in, make sure you have these Black Ops 7 settings sorted:

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