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Black Ops 7 Launch Triggers Backlash Over Always‑Online Campaign

Early critic aggregates are positive, creating a sharp split with user reviews.

Overview

  • Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is out now on PC, PlayStation and Xbox, with day‑one access on Xbox Game Pass.
  • The campaign requires a constant internet connection, cannot be paused, has no checkpoints, and players report being kicked for idling.
  • The mode is built for co‑op with lobby matchmaking, offers no AI squadmates, and scales difficulty by party size, which reviewers say punishes solo play.
  • Steam user reviews are currently Mixed, with many citing the campaign’s design and PC issues including stuttering, alt‑tab crashes, and inconsistent aiming/input.
  • Early critic scores hover around 84 on Metacritic from a small sample, even as developers highlight a large launch slate spanning multiplayer, Zombies and a new Endgame PvE mode.