Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 – Everything we know so far
May. 23, 2024The Black Ops 6 release date is almost here, so here’s everything you need to know about the new Call of Duty game.
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Black Ops 6 release date
Activision has also confirmed that Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will land onXbox Game Passon day one. This is a significant shift for Call of Duty andthe first major change that Xbox has madeto how the franchise is handled since the high-profile acquisition of Activision last year.
Even with Black Ops 6 hitting Game Pass the upcoming FPS is landing on PS5, PS4, and PC on the same day. So don’t worry if you you aren’t an Xbox player, you are still sorted.
In addition to this new playthrough footage, fans got a cinematic trailer forCall of Duty: Black Ops 6–Zombies Terminusin early August. And it’s a long one, coming in at over two minutes. The trailer shows how we will continue the Dark Aether storyline. On top of trailers, there have also been plenty of real-world teasers.
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TheTruthLies websitewent live on May 22, featuring an interactive television with multiple channels. It shows the United States of America in a state of turmoil, with many of its most famous landmarks – Mount Rushmore being one of the most prominent – covered with political phrases and a mysterious logo. We’ll keep you posted as more trailers head our way!
Black Ops 6 is described as a spy thriller set in the early ’90s. Developed by Treyarch and Raven (the minds behind some of thebest FPS gamesever made), the new title emphasizes dynamic movement and multiplayer features. In the gameplay reveal above, we can see that cinematic shots are combined with scenes showcasing the ability to slide and run in any direction as you shoot at enemies.
Players can expect 16 new maps at launch, including 12 core 6v6 maps and four Strike maps that can be played 2v2 or 6v6. Theatre mode and Classic Prestige are also making a comeback, so once the game releases in October, you’ll have a ton of content and options from the get-go.
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The good news is that the Black Ops 6 beta will start on August 30. The beta will be split into two periods, with Early access running from August to September 4. On September 6, the Open Beta will kick off and run for a few days until September 9. It’s a small window, so be sure to mark your calendars.
The beta will also be available across all platforms, so whether you’re a PC gamer or a console user, you’re covered. If you want to know more information, we also have a handy article breaking down all theBlack Ops 6 betadates and details.
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Josh West is the Editor-in-Chief of GamesRadar+. He has over 15 years experience in online and print journalism, and holds a BA (Hons) in Journalism and Feature Writing. Prior to starting his current position, Josh has served as GR+’s Features Editor and Deputy Editor of games™ magazine, and has freelanced for numerous publications including 3D Artist, Edge magazine, iCreate, Metal Hammer, Play, Retro Gamer, and SFX. Additionally, he has appeared on the BBC and ITV to provide expert comment, written for Scholastic books, edited a book for Hachette, and worked as the Assistant Producer of the Future Games Show. In his spare time, Josh likes to play bass guitar and video games. Years ago, he was in a few movies and TV shows that you’ve definitely seen but will never be able to spot him in.
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