The next chapter in the iconic Call of Duty franchise, Black Ops 7, is locked and loaded for its global debut this November. Activision has officially confirmed when players can start preloading the game — and exactly when the servers go live across the world. Whether you’re on PC, PlayStation, or Xbox, here’s everything you need to know to hit the ground running at launch.
🕒 When Can You Preload Black Ops 7?
Digital players will be able to start preloading Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 on November 10, 2025, at 9 AM PT. That means fans can download the full game—including Campaign, Multiplayer, and Zombies—days before launch to be ready the moment it unlocks.
Here’s when preload begins by region:
- 9 AM PT (Los Angeles)
- 12 PM ET (New York)
- 5 PM GMT (London)
- 6 PM CET (Frankfurt, Paris, Rome)
- 2 AM JST (Tokyo, Nov 11)
Activision has also reminded players that the game requires around 116 GB of free space on SSD for the full experience. So if your storage is already tight from previous seasons of Warzone or Modern Warfare III, it might be time for a cleanup.
🚀 Official Global Release Date and Unlock Times
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 officially launches on November 14, 2025. Most regions will follow a midnight local time rollout, meaning that the game will become playable as the clock strikes 12:00 AM in your local time zone.
In some regions, particularly North America, the game may unlock earlier depending on your console’s store rules. For example:
- Midnight local time – for most countries worldwide
- 3 AM PT / 6 AM ET (Nov 13) – select early rollout in North America
This year’s launch marks one of the most globally synchronized Call of Duty releases yet — an intentional move by Activision to reduce regional wait times and ensure everyone drops in around the same window.
💾 Tips Before Launch Day
- Preload early. With file sizes pushing 100 GB+, it’s best to start the download as soon as it opens on Nov 10.
- Update your drivers. PC players should install the latest GPU updates for optimal performance.
- Check your connection. Expect a small day-one patch, so plan for an extra few gigabytes on launch day.
- Game Pass ready. Black Ops 7 will also be available via Xbox Game Pass on day one, letting subscribers dive in without an additional purchase.
🎮 A New Black Ops Era Begins
Following months of teasers and leaks, Black Ops 7 promises a darker narrative tone and the return of fan-favorite Zombies gameplay — now rebuilt in a seamless, unified engine across all platforms. From the campaign’s Cold War intrigue to the fast-paced multiplayer arenas, this release looks to set a new benchmark for the franchise.
With preloading just around the corner and the global launch set for November 14, it’s time to clear some hard drive space, prep your squad, and get ready for deployment.
In summary:
- 🗓️ Preload begins: November 10, 2025 (9 AM PT / 6 PM CET)
- 🚀 Launch date: November 14, 2025 (Midnight local time)
- 💽 File size: ~116 GB required on SSD
- 🎮 Platforms: PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Game Pass