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Activision Halts Carry Forward for Black Ops 7 to Protect Series Identity

The publisher says the reset is meant to restore a grounded Black Ops tone following player criticism over outlandish skins.

Overview

  • Operators, operator skins, and weapons from Black Ops 6 will not transfer into Black Ops 7, reversing a plan confirmed just a week earlier.
  • Progression items such as Double XP tokens and Zombies GobbleGums will carry over, and Call of Duty: Warzone remains unaffected.
  • Treyarch says Black Ops 7 bundles will be designed to fit the "Black Ops" identity, with a focus on a more immersive and grounded presentation.
  • The move follows backlash to the Black Ops 7 reveal and industry comparisons to Battlefield 6's commitment to grounded cosmetics.
  • Further details are due at Call of Duty Next on September 30 ahead of the October beta and the November 14, 2025 launch.