The upcoming installment in the Call of Duty franchise, expected to be titled Black Ops 7, is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious entries the series has seen in years. According to multiple credible sources on Reddit and Insider Gaming, this new title will revisit the storyline of Black Ops 2, but with a major twist — the events will now unfold in the year 2035, pushing the narrative into a more futuristic setting. Alongside the evolved storyline, thegame will introduce a brand-new open-world map, and for the first time in the franchise's history, the campaign mode will support cooperative play for up to four players.

 

 

The leaked information suggests that the single-player story will pick up where Black Ops 2 left off, bringing back fan-favorite characters Woods and Mason as central figures in the new chapter. The setting for this narrative will be a sprawling, immersive environment known as Avalon, which aims to blend open-world freedom with the cinematic intensity the series is known for.

In addition to the revamped campaign, the beloved Zombies mode is also making a major comeback, this time with even more ambitious ideas. The leaks mention the return of the classic Zombies crew, reimagined as alternate-universe versions of themselves, offering a fresh spin on familiar faces. One of the most iconic maps from earlier titles, Tranzit, is reportedly being completely redesigned for this new entry. The mode will also include a variety of exciting new features, including a “super vehicle,” customizable difficulty settings, and a more in-depth narrative focus that promises to elevate the Zombies experience to a whole new level.

Multiplayer will not be left behind in this wave of innovation. Black Ops 7 is expected to introduce large-scale 32v32 player battles, pushing the competitive experience to greater heights. Several classic multiplayer maps are being reimagined with a futuristic Japanese visual style, aligning with the game’s 2035 setting. In a significant change to player progression, every aspect of the game—including grenades, killstreaks, and character perks—will now feature its own XP-based upgrade system, giving players more control over how they evolve their playstyle. Furthermore, players will reportedly be able to carry over their progression from Black Ops 6, allowing for a more seamless continuation for long-time fans.

These early leaks have sparked widespread excitement and speculation across the gaming community. The combination of open-world exploration, cooperative storytelling, expanded Zombies lore, and enhanced multiplayer mechanics suggests that Black Ops 7 could mark a major evolution for the franchise. While Activision has yet to issue an official announcement, the consistency between sources gives this leak a high degree of credibility.

Fans can expect more concrete information in the coming months, likely with a formal reveal and release date announcement not far behind.