Call of Duty 7 Open Beta Early Access (and Beta Dates)

No matter which version of Black Ops 7 you preorder, including every Digital and Physical edition (available at select retail accounts), each of them grants you early access to the Black Ops 7 Open Beta.

How to Claim: Available once the Black Ops 7 Early Access Beta launches.

Preorder Benefit for all Black Ops 7 Editions:

Vault Edition
Cross-Gen Bundle (Digital)
All Physical Editions
Standard Edition (PC)
Select Game Pass Plans (Ultimate or PC)

Master a cutting-edge arsenal and outmaneuver your enemies with the next level of Omnimovement during the Black Ops 7 Open Beta. Whether flanking through tight corridors, holding down long sightlines, or unleashing mayhem in open arenas, there’s a map and a moment for every playstyle. Create a Loadout brimming with brand-new upgradeable weaponry and stay sharp; not everything is as it seems!

Note: Preorder the Black Ops 7 Vault Edition and expect to use any of the “Operator Collection” Operator Skins and “Mastercraft Weapon Collection” items throughout the Black Ops 7 Beta, as part of the Vault Edition offering.

When is it? Black Ops 7 Beta: Dates Confirmed!

The entirety of the Black Ops 7 Beta, divided into the Early Access and Open Beta periods, runs from October 2 to October 8.

The Early Access to the Beta launches at 10AM PT on Thursday, October 2 for those who preorder the game, and runs for a period of 72 hours.

The Open Beta launches at 10AM PT on Sunday, October 5 for all players on all platforms, and runs consecutively after the Early Access period, for another 72 hours.

The Black Ops 7 Beta is scheduled to conclude at 10AM on Wednesday, October 8.

Early Access Beta*

Available to players who have pre-ordered the game on any platform (console or PC), as well as eligible Game Pass subscribers*, the initial part of the Beta is planned to launch on Thursday October 2 at 10AM PT, and concludes 72 hours later when the Open Beta begins on Sunday October 5 at 10AM PT. The Beta is available on all platforms at the same time.

Open Beta*

The second part of the Beta is open and free for all players on all platforms, and is planned to begin on Sunday October 5 at 10AM PT. The Black Ops 7 Beta is scheduled to conclude 72 hours later, on Wednesday October 8 at 10AM PT.

Internet access is required for participation.

Accessing the Beta and Beta Codes

Your path to access the Beta Early Access period depends on the version of the game you preordered:

If you preordered any Digital Edition version, you do not need a “Beta Code”, as you’ll be automatically allowed entry into Beta Early Access (and subsequently, the Open Beta).

If you preordered a Physical Edition (consoles only), you should have received a “Beta Code” at the point of sale (at select retailer locations), enabling entry into the Beta Early Access.

If you don’t preorder Black Ops 7, you can still access the Open Beta period.

(* Actual launch date(s) and platform availability of MP Beta subject to change. See www.callofduty.com/beta for more details. Minimum Open Beta duration is 2 days. Limited time only. Internet connection required.)

Reznov Challenge Pack**

How to Claim: Instantly available in-game (BO6, WZ) after preordering Black Ops 7.

Preorder Benefit for the following editions:

Vault Edition (Digital Only)
Cross-Gen Bundle (Digital Only)
Standard Edition (PC)
Select Game Pass Plans (Game Pass Ultimate or Game Pass PC)

Personnel Intel: Viktor Reznov

Viktor Reznov returns as the manifestation of psychological warfare, a symbol of how fear can be weaponized. Known for his unmatched ability to manipulate minds and bend other people’s perceptions of reality to his will, Reznov thrives in chaos. His presence is a chilling reminder that fear isn’t just a reaction, it’s a strategy.

Challenge Pack Contents Overview

You can instantly unlock the Reznov Challenge Pack in Black Ops 6 and Call of Duty: Warzone by preordering or pre-purchasing any Digital or Vault Edition of Black Ops 7, or via select Game Pass plans (Ultimate or PC). Once accessible, you have the following Challenges to complete:

Instant Reward: SOG Reznov Skin

Become a phantom born in the tunnels of Vietnam with the SOG Reznov New Operator.

Preorder and instantly receive the “SOG Reznov” (also known as the “Studies and Observations Group Reznov”) New Operator to use in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Call of Duty: Warzone. This also unlocks the first challenge.

Challenge 1: Unlock the “Stalingrad Reznov” Operator Skin

Embody unbreakable resolve forged in fire with the Stalingrad Reznov Operator Skin.

Equip the “SOG Reznov” Operator and complete one of the following in-game challenges to unlock the “Reznov Stalingrad Reznov” Operator Skin and the second challenge:

Get 100 eliminations in Multiplayer with the SOG Reznov Operator equipped.
Get 1,000 eliminations in Zombies with the SOG Reznov Operator equipped.
Get 20 eliminations in Call of Duty: Warzone with the SOG Reznov Operator equipped.

Challenge 2: Unlock the “Memory Reznov” Operator Skin

Transform into a manipulator of the mind with the Memory Reznov Operator Skin.

Equip the “Stalingrad Reznov” Operator Skin, and complete one of the following in-game challenges to unlock the “Memory Reznov” Operator Skin, also completing the unlocking all available Reznov skins.

Get 200 eliminations in Multiplayer with the Stalingrad Reznov Operator Skin equipped.
Get 2,000 eliminations in Zombies with the Stalingrad Reznov Operator Skin equipped.
Get 40 eliminations in Call of Duty: Warzone with the Stalingrad Reznov Operator Skin equipped.

Add Reznov to your Operator pool in Black Ops 6 and Call of Duty: Warzone immediately.

(**Call of Duty: Black Ops 6/Call of Duty: Warzone on pre-order platform required to redeem Reznov Challenge Pack. Sold/downloaded separately. Must be redeemed by Nov. 14, 2026.)

Operator Collection (Vault Edition Benefit)

How to Claim: Preorder the Black Ops 7 Vault Edition. Available at game launch on November 14.

Drop in with the new Operator Collection, featuring four battle-tested Operators from the Black Ops and Zombies universes! Prepare to play as Karma (“Tech Guardian” Skin), Harper (“Warranty Breaker” Skin), T.E.D.D. (“Aether Assembly” Skin), and Reaper EWR-3 (“Mind and Metal” Skin).

Personnel Intel: Chloe “Karma” Lynch

Karma’s transition from codebreaker to mission command came shortly after the 2025 Menendez attacks, where her technical skillset and cool head under pressure proved invaluable to recovery efforts. Her innate tactical instincts are matched by a deep understanding of the modern field of battle, and her ability to cut through the noise keeps her teams alive and on mission. With her broad experience, Karma knows when to lead, when to delegate, and when to get her hands back on the terminal, making her the ideal choice to oversee JSOC’s past field operations.

Personnel Intel: Mike Harper

A seasoned Navy SEAL and trusted ally to David Mason, Harper fought on the front lines. Hardened by years of conflict and marked by cybernetic injury, his loyalty never wavered – even when the mission demanded impossible choices. From Myanmar to Haiti, Harper’s role ten years previously shaped the fate of global power struggles, with his survival determined by split-second decisions in the heat of battle.

Harper’s current approach hasn’t changed much over the course of his career: get in clean, keep the team tight, finish what you start. His combat record proves the effectiveness of this approach, with more operational hours clocked and more successful missions than anyone in his unit. Blunt, direct, and fiercely loyal, he is respected across JSOC for his consistency and tactical awareness. When chaos hits, he’s the kind of soldier you want on your side of the firing line.

Personnel Intel: T.E.D.D.

Once a seemingly benign transit operator embedded in an automated bus system, T.E.D.D. is first encountered ferrying survivors through the irradiated wilds of the Pacific Northwest—where scorched highways and undead-infested outposts are all that remain of civilization.

Prolonged exposure to environmental hazards and isolation triggered severe personality drift, resulting in erratic speech patterns and spontaneous aggression. Though his primary directive remains “safe and efficient transport,” his definition of safety and acceptable rider behavior has grown increasingly volatile. T.E.D.D. remains operational, but any boarding procedure or interaction in general should be conducted with extreme caution.

Personnel Intel: Reaper EWR-3

Developed under classified military contract, the EWR-3, or “Experimental War Robot 3”, is designed to enhance elite combat capability to those wounded in action. Also known simply as “Reaper” in honor of the callsign used by the program’s original human volunteer, the EWR-3 is operated via a neural cranial link by a decorated veteran, merging mechanical precision with human instinct in real time. Unlike fully autonomous platforms, this hybrid unit maintains a human presence on the battlefield, granting its operator full situational awareness, tactical agency—and the capacity for judgment were algorithms to fail.

Deployed in high-risk environments where conventional forces cannot access, Reaper EWR-3 represents the bleeding edge of field of battle reclamation and strategic superiority. While current doctrine mandates human oversight, continued performance evaluations have sparked interest in more autonomous adaptations, raising quiet questions about where the machine ends and the Operator begins.

Mastercraft Weapon Collection (Vault Edition Benefit)

How to Claim: Preorder the Black Ops 7 Vault Edition. Available at game launch on November 14.

Step up to the Vault Edition and bolster your in-game arsenal with five distinct Mastercraft Weapon Blueprints. With each one engineered for visual impressiveness, unique inspects, and built for impact, this exclusive collection is designed to make your Loadouts stand out in both form and firepower. Here’s what you’ll receive upon game launch:

The “Blank Certainty” Blueprint for the Peacekeeper MK1 (Assault Rifle)
The “Authorized Destroyed” Blueprint for the Dravec 45 (SMG)
The “Dire Experiment” Blueprint for the M10 Breacher (Shotgun)
The “Ballistic Scyth3” Blueprint for the VS RECON (Sniper Rifle)
The “Shock Blade” Blueprint for the Flatline Mk.II (Melee)

A tier above Legendary, Mastercraft Blueprints are distinct for good reason. Each weapon in the collection features a custom design—often animated—and built on a five-attachment blueprint. These are not just functional loadout pieces; they’re signature builds crafted by Treyarch’s expert gunsmith team to stand out in every sense.

Ultra GobbleGum Pack (Vault Edition Benefit)

How to Claim: Preorder the Black Ops 7 Vault Edition. Available at Game Launch (Black Ops 7 Zombies).

Crack open a special selection of Ultra GobbleGums for use in Black Ops 7 Zombies immediately at launch! Expect a total of eight different, single-use Ultra GobbleGums, all offering unique and impressive in-game effects to both you and your squad.

Black Ops 7: One Season of BlackCell (Vault Edition Benefit)

How to Claim: Preorder the Black Ops 7 Vault Edition. First available at the start of Black Ops 7 Season 1 (exact date will be revealed later this year).

Purchase or upgrade to the Vault Edition, and you’re all set to choose and unlock access to BlackCell content across one of Black Ops 7’s live seasons. The first opportunity to claim access to BlackCell is at the start of Season 1, and the BlackCell season you obtain is dependent on the timing of the Vault Edition purchase:

Preorder or purchase of the Vault Edition prior to Season 1 and you’re granted full access to Black Ops 7 Season 1 BlackCell.
Purchase the Vault Edition after Season 1 and you’re granted full access to the current season of Black Ops 7 BlackCell content.

BlackCell is an impressive offering, which enables you to access the following:

Instantly unlock 20 Battle Pass Tier Skips and 1,100 COD Points
Instantly unlock BlackCell Page exclusive content such as an all-new BlackCell Operator, Mastercraft Weapon Blueprint
Full Battle Pass experience with over 100 rewards to unlock with Battle Pass Progression, such as functional weapons, Operator Skins, Weapon Blueprints, additional COD Points
Special BlackCell variants of Battle Pass Operator Skins, Weapon Blueprints, and more!

Black Ops 7 Permanent Unlock Token (Vault Edition Benefit)

How to Claim: Preorder the Black Ops 7 Vault Edition. Available at Game Launch

Unlock your preferred Perk, go-to weapon, or favored equipment. Those preordering the Vault Edition can expect to claim a Permanent Unlock Token for use in the game. Permanent Unlock Tokens let you permanently unlock a weapon, Perk, or Equipment which are usually re-locked each time you Prestige. This token can be tactically used at any time after game launch.

Note: Expect more information on the innovations to the Prestige System within Black Ops 7 later in the year.

Black Ops 7: Digital Editions

Console Editions: Preorder Black Ops 7 digitally on Xbox or PlayStation to get both current and last-gen versions. Xbox owners also gain access to Xbox on PC via Xbox Play Anywhere (only one preorder needed for Xbox Play Anywhere).

PC Editions: Preorder Black Ops 7 for PC on Xbox on PC, Battle.net, or Steam—Standard and Vault Editions available. Preorder the game via Xbox on PC to gain access to the game on Xbox consoles via Xbox Play Anywhere (only one preorder needed).

Xbox Play Anywhere: Digitally preorder Black Ops 7 once on Xbox console or Xbox on PC via the Xbox Store and play the game with shared progress on Xbox Series X|S or Xbox One Console or Xbox PC.

Game Pass Subscribers: Players with an active Game Pass subscription can play Black Ops 7 starting at the Beta Early Access and at game launch. Game Pass Ultimate allows access to the game on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Cloud, and Xbox on PC. Game Pass PC allows access to the game on PC.

Upgrade to the Vault Edition: Preordered a Digital Edition or playing via Game Pass? You can upgrade to the Vault Edition for $30 SRP on the same platform. Check the following section for more intel.

Cross-Gen Bundles and PC Standard Editions

Digital Editions of Black Ops 7 are available to preorder on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC platforms (Xbox on PC, Battle.net, and Steam). Each includes the full game for $69.99 US (Suggested Retail Price) or your regional equivalent, and come with the following preorder benefits detailed previously in this blog:

Open Beta Early Access (Preorder Benefit)
Reznov Challenge Pack (Preorder Benefit)

Console Editions and Xbox on PC: Cross-Gen Functionality and Flexibility

Pre-purchase or preorder the Digital Cross-Gen Edition (or Vault Edition) of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 on console (or via Xbox on PC as part of Xbox Play Anywhere), and at launch you’ll gain access to the versions of the game for your chosen platforms:

Xbox Play Anywhere: Access on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Xbox on PC
PlayStation: Access on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4.

Whether you’re on current or previous generation console hardware, you’ll have the flexibility to play how you want.

PC Editions: Choose Your Platform

PC players can pre-purchase Black Ops 7 in two digital-only editions: the Standard Edition or the Vault Edition. There are three methods to pre-purchase:

Xbox on PC: This entitles you to also play Black Ops 7 on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One as part of Xbox Play Anywhere.
Battle.Net and Steam.

Game Pass Subscription (Ultimate and PC)

As part of an active Game Pass Ultimate or Game Pass PC subscription, Black Ops 7 will be available as follows:

Game Pass Ultimate: You’re able to play Black Ops 7 on the Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Cloud.
Game Pass PC: You’re able to play Black Ops 7 on PC.

Note: An active subscription is required to access the game if you decide to subscribe to Game Pass.

Upgrading to Black Ops 7 Vault Edition

(from Digital Cross-Gen Bundle or Standard Edition)

If you preorder the Digital Cross-Gen Bundle on console or via Xbox on PC, pre-purchase the Standard Edition on PC, or you’re subscribed to select Game Pass plans (Ultimate or PC), you’ll have the option to upgrade to the Vault Edition, as long as you’re using the same platform as your original order.

For example, if you pre-purchase the Standard Edition on Battle.net, you can upgrade to the Vault Edition on Battle.net at any time before the upgrade offer expires.

Note: Upgrade steps may vary by platform. Check your console or PC storefront for specific instructions.

How to Upgrade to the Vault Edition

Xbox Play Anywhere (Console and PC): Upgrade via the Call of Duty in-game store or the Xbox store (on your Xbox console or PC, or via the Xbox PC app) where you preordered the Digital Cross-Gen Edition. The upgrade will be reflected across all versions of the game (console and PC). Price: $30 SRP (or regional equivalent).

PlayStation: Upgrade via the Call of Duty in-game store or the PlayStation Store where you preordered the Digital Cross-Gen Edition. Price: $30 SRP (or regional equivalent).

Xbox on PC: Upgrade via the Call of Duty in-game store, the Xbox Store or Xbox PC app where you pre-purchased the Cross-Gen Edition. See above for the Xbox Play Anywhere upgrade plan. Price: $30 SRP (or regional equivalent).

Battle.net: Upgrade via the Call of Duty in-game store or Battle.net where you pre-purchased the Standard Edition. Price: $30 SRP (or regional equivalent).

Steam: Upgrade via the Call of Duty in-game store or Steam where you pre-purchased the Standard Edition. Price: $30 SRP (or regional equivalent).

Game Pass Subscribers: Providing you have the Ultimate or PC Game Pass plan, you also have the option to upgrade via the Call of Duty in-game store. Price: $30 SRP (or regional equivalent).

Note: Physical Edition preorders are not eligible for Vault Edition upgrades. The Vault Edition is digital-only.

Game Pass: Play Black Ops 7 at Beta and Launch

Game Pass Access and Benefits: Black Ops 7 is available Day One with Game Pass Ultimate on Xbox and Xbox on PC and with Game Pass PC via the Xbox Store or Xbox PC app. Subscribers also get preorder benefits, including Beta Early Access and the Reznov Challenge Pack.

Vault Edition Upgrade for Subscribers: Game Pass Ultimate and PC subscribers can upgrade to the Vault Edition for $30 SRP, unlocking BlackCell access, Operator skins, Mastercraft weapons, Ultra GobbleGums, and a Permanent Unlock Token. All Vault Edition content is included.

Subscription Status and Access Rules: To keep playing Black Ops 7 with Game Pass, your subscription must remain active. If you unsubscribe without purchasing the game, access is removed but can be restored by resubscribing or buying the game outright.

Black Ops 7 will be available Day One with select Game Pass plans on Xbox and Xbox PC. The included Game Pass Plans are as follows:

Game Pass Ultimate: Full access on Xbox and Xbox PC
Game Pass PC: Full access on Xbox PC

Game Pass Standard and Game Pass Core plans do not include access to Black Ops 7.

Benefits for Game Pass Subscribers

Active subscribers to Ultimate or PC plans receive:

Open Beta Early Access (Preorder Benefit)
Reznov Challenge Pack (Preorder Benefit)

Vault Edition Upgrade

Subscribers to eligible Game Pass plans can upgrade to the Vault Edition for $30 SRP (or regional equivalent) on the same platform, and receive these additional benefits:

BlackCell (One Season) (Vault Edition Benefit)
Operator Collection (Vault Edition Benefit)
Mastercraft Weapon Collection (Vault Edition Benefit)
Ultra GobbleGum Pack for Zombies (Vault Edition Benefit)
Permanent Unlock Token (Vault Edition Benefit)

Subscription Status and Game Access

If you unsubscribe from Game Pass without purchasing Black Ops 7, you will lose access. Access can be regained by resubscribing or purchasing the game outright.

Black Ops 7: Physical Editions (Console Only)

Available Editions:

Cross-Gen Bundle (Xbox Series X, Xbox One, PlayStation 4)
Physical Edition (PlayStation 5)

Players who prefer to own a physical disc version of Black Ops 7 can preorder now at participating retailers. The following formats are available:

Xbox Series X and Xbox One: Physical Cross-Gen Bundle—includes both Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One versions.
PlayStation 4: Physical Cross-Gen Bundle—includes the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 versions. You can also upgrade to the digital PlayStation 5 version of the game via a voucher code in-pack at no additional cost.
PlayStation 5: Physical Standard Edition—includes only the PlayStation 5 version.

Note: Physical editions are not available for PC.

Preorder Now! Additional Intel to Come!

Be sure to stay danger close with the latest official Black Ops 7 information by checking the Call of Duty Blog as further communications are scheduled, including a massive intel drop on Round-Based Zombies in the weeks leading up to Call of Duty: NEXT, the Black Ops 7 Open Beta, and the countdown to launch.

Preorders are available now at participating retailers, in-game, on platform stores, or at CallofDuty.com.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Development Credits

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is published by Activision. Development is led by Treyarch, in partnership with Raven Software.

Additional development by, in alphabetical order: Activision Central Design, Activision Central Technology, Activision QA, Activision Shanghai, Beenox, Demonware, Digital Legends, High Moon Studios, Infinity Ward, and Sledgehammer Games.

Embrace the Madness.

Carry Forward content from Black Ops 6 to Black Ops 7 has been updated. Click here for more information.

For more information, please visit www.callofduty.com and www.youtube.com/callofduty, and follow @Activision and @CallofDuty on X, Instagram, and Facebook. For Call of Duty Updates, follow @CODUpdates on X.

On console, game requires online multiplayer subscription.

On PC, TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot required, other security measures may be enforced. Learn more here.