Black Ops 7 & Warzone Season 5 Release Date & Content

With Season 4 Reloaded in the rear view mirror, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 & Warzone looks to future content coming in Season 5! The fifth season will be no different than the previous four, bringing hard hitting action & content for players to engage with. Whether it’s a brand-new Battle Pass loaded with goodies, new operators, weapons, & even the final Zombies map, Season 5 of BO7 & Warzone will provide for players. Today, we’re going to be looking at what content we know is coming, potential content coming, as well as the possible release date for Black Ops 7 & Warzone Season 5. Here’s what you need to know:

Black Ops 7 & Warzone Season 5 Release Date

If you take the Season 4 Weekly Challenge schedule into consideration, the launch date for Season 5 can be determined. The final week of challenges in Season 4 are set to end on Thursday, July 23rd. Once the batch of Season 4 Weekly Challenges end, the next Seasons Weekly’s will launch. Along with the Weekly Challenges, let’s take a brief look at some of the other content coming in Season 5.

Black Ops 7 & Warzone Season 5 General Content

Weapons

FG42 – Assault Rifle

With the new season of content coming, we’ll be seeing 4 new weapons added into players armories like the classic FG42 AR, & three new weapons including the Mammoth LMG, Mace Melee Weapon, & Gremlin SMG. Each with their own unique Prestige Attachments, & 3 different Prestige Level Camos per weapon.

There will also be several new weapon attachments added through the season. These can be unlocked through the Weekly Challenges throughout Season 5. These are the brand-new weapon attachments:

JÄGER 45 Grid-Breaker Kit
M34 Novaline Grand Comversion
EAM IR-VIZ Reflex
M15 Mod 0 AMR .50 Cal Kit
RK-9 Calibrated Strike System
Peacekeeper MK1 Gauss Accelerator

Operators

Spectre

There are two new Operators coming in Season 5 of Black Ops 7 & Warzone. One of these is the fan-favorite Spectre! First seen in Black Ops 3, Spectre is an unknown operator to those around them, striking with stealth & precision. Those who remember BO3 remember The Ripper blade you could use in Multiplayer, as well as Active Camo.

Cipher – BlackCell

The second Operator is the new BlackCell exclusive ‘Cipher’. Complete with 3 alternate Operator Skins, Cipher will be immediately unlocked upon purchase of Season 5’s BlackCell, along with a myriad of other content.

With the recent release of the Season 4 Outro Cinematic, it’s been confirmed that the narrative of the BO7 Story has reached its conclusion.

BlackCell

We’ll also see our next BlackCell release alongside the Battle Pass. Complete with BlackCell will be plenty of exclusive variations for Operator Skins & Weapon Blueprints. It’ll also feature the new BlackCell exclusive Operator ‘Cipher’, complete with challenges to earn alternate operator skins for him. If that wasn’t enough, there will be another BlackCell Mastery Camo track added.

Black Ops 7 Season 5 Multiplayer Content

Maps

Multiplayer will be receiving 3 maps on the launch of Season 5. One of these is brand new, while the other 2 have been long requested fan favorite maps from previous Black Ops entries.

Jubilee

Taking place within a rural Japanese Town, Jubilee offers many routes for flanking & for combat engagements. Players will have their hands full in the Pachinko Room, battling down Main Street, or even in the Royal Museums courtyard. Plenty of combat possibilities hide within Jubilee’s streets.

Dig

Returning from Black Ops 2 is the ever popular small map, Dig. This Archaeological Site sees new life with the enhanced BO7 movement system upping the game in terms of how the map is played. Ancient ruins of what once were now stand forgotten to time, as well as scaffolding & equipment no longer in use. The small & rectangular shape doesn’t give much breathing room, so keep on your feet.

Frequency

The classic BO4 map Frequency has returned, in full remastered glory. Operators will battle within the mountains of Hunan, positioned on a massive listening station. Proceed with caution on either of the outer edges of the map, as falling to your demise is a possibility, while also taking long range engagements with enemies. Or cut through the middle for absolute chaos & CQB battles.

Modes

Overdrive Domination

Overdrive & Domination come together to form a brand new chaotic mode. While capturing positions, maintaining your hold, & eliminating enemies, you can earn stars for your team. These stars are used to give combat advantages to your operator. Stars are given for the following elimination style:

1 Star for Basic Eliminations
2 Stars for Core Medal Eliminations
3 Stars for Distinguished Medal Eliminations

As stated before, while earning these stars, you’ll unlock combat advantages that are lost upon death or too long between actions. Here is each advantage you can earn:

Earning 1 star will increase your perception to help locate your next elimination.
Earning 3 stars will your increase movement speed, allowing you to reach the next elimination faster.
Earning 6 stars will increase your weapon handling skill, providing aid in elimination of your next target. Earning all 6 stars will also trigger Overdrive.

Gauntlet Rush

Gauntlet Rush provides players with a nonstop, action packed mode where there’s no rest for the weary. Every 2 minutes, the game mode you’re playing will switch up, with these modes being:

Team Deathmatch
Kill Confirmed
Hardpoint
Domination
Roulette

The map won’t change, only your objective in the seamless switch. Playing aggressive with eliminations & the objective will earn you Operator enhancements, which can include:

Improved Headshot Damage
Faster Movement Speed
Faster Weapon Swap Speed

The gauge in the lower left hand side of your HUD will show your progress on earning the next enhancement. It will drop of you don’t get to the objective quick enough, fail to engage the next enemy, or perish in battle. Gain Stacks will drop periodically through the match (provide a major score boost), so be on the lookout for them.

Black Ops 7 Season 5 Zombies Content

Directed Mode & Starting Room – Kowakujō

For those who need a little assistance in completing the Kowakujō Main Quest, Directed Mode is here. For those unfamiliar, Directed Mode guides players through the Main Quest, step by step. The Rounds also cap out at 15, to make things easier.

If you complete the Easter Egg in Directed Mode, you’ll be able to earn the following rewards:

‘Yōjinbō’ – Carver Operator Skin
‘Kowakujō Directed Mode Completion’ Calling Card
5,000 XP

For those looking for their next Starting Room Challenge, Kowakujō is here to provide one. All you’ve got is the Outer Ward, & everything contained within to survive. With all means of exiting locked, you’ve got to make the most of what you have. These are the tools at your disposal here in the Starting Room of Kowakujō:

Mystery Box
Ghostly Rifleman Trap
Ammo Cache
Quick Revive
Gobblegum Machine
Rampage Inducer
JÄGER 45 – Wall Buy

These are the rewards that you can earn by hitting certain milestones within Kowakujō’s Starting Room mode:

Reach Round 10 – 1,000 XP & 1x Hellping Hound Gobblegum
Reach Round 25 – 2,500 XP & 1x Armor Gettin Gobblegum
Reach Round 50 – 5,000 XP & 1x Hidden Power Gobblegum

Survival – Eidskallen Lighthouse

The Survival Mode is getting its latest entry via the Eidskallen Lighthouse, courtesy of Totenreich. Survival on this map will keep you contained to Beacon Island, complete with the Lighthouse. There are ample reinforcement tools at your disposal to survive for as long as possible. These are the tools to utilize within Eidskallen Lighthouse Survival:

Flammenfalle Trap
Pack-A-Punch Machine
Der Wunderfizz
Mystery Box
Arsenal Machine
Wall Buys
Armor Upgrades
& More

If you’re able to reach certain Round Milestones, you can earn rewards. These are the rewards you can earn & the milestones required

Complete Round 10 – 1,000 XP & ‘Valhallan’ Animated Emblem
Complete Round 25 – 2,500 XP & ‘Eidskallen’s Light’ Weapon Charm
Complete Round 50 – 5,000 XP & 1x Gift Card Gobblegum

Rogue Run – Astra Malorum

Astra Malorum is getting Rogue Run support added into 3 new playlists. You’ll be able to play the mode in notable Astra locations such as Mars, Crash Site, & the Museum Infinitum. The three new playlists are separated by difficulty — Casual, Normal, & Hardcore. With rounds becoming more difficult, you’ll have to play it smart no matter which playlist you choose.

For completion of certain round milestones, you can earn rewards. Here is each reward you can earn, the round milestone you need to complete, & the mode you need to complete them in:

Casual
- Round 15 – 1,000 XP & 1x Flavor Hex Gobblegum
- Round 20 – 2,500 XP & 1x Near Death Experience Gobblegum
- [REDACTED] – 5,000 XP & Calling Card
Normal
- Round 20 – 1,000 XP & 1x Hellping Hound Gobblegum
- Round 30 – 2,500 XP & 1x Reign Drops Gobblegum
- [REDACTED] – 5,000 XP & Calling Card
Hardcore
- Round 20 – 1,000 XP & 1x Gift Card Gobblegum
- Round 30 – 2,500 XP & 1x Hidden Power Gobblegum
- [REDACTED] – 5,000 XP & Calling Card

You’ll also be able to activate the brand-new Curse Inducer! This will activate a random Cursed Relic. Only those seeking an even bigger challenge will take on this opportunity.

Rex Infernus is Upon Us

For players who’ve been invested & enjoying the Black Ops 7 Zombies storyline, it all comes to a head in Season 5/Reloaded with Rex Infernus. With the souls of our entire crew reclaimed, all of the Shadowsmiths freed, & the world seed cleansed, the team is ready to take on the Warden. It’s not entirely known where this will take place, but likely on the Warden’s home turf. Based on the first look at the map, it appears that a house similar to Monty’s from the old timeline will be featured.

Along with that, we’ll see our 4th & 5th Ultra Rarity Weapons added in this final map. These will be the Olympia Shotgun & the TR2 Marksman Rifle. We’ll see a brand-new wonder weapon, possibly with variants based on the Shadowsmiths we’ve been freeing. Alongside that, we’ll be receiving a brand new Gobblegum ‘Fully Packed’ as well as the long awaited return of the Widow’s Wine perk.

Black Ops 7 Season 5 Endgame Content

Assignment – Burn Run

A new Assignment for operators is coming in Season 5 for Endgame. The ‘Burn Run’ Assignment will place players within a bomb rigged vehicle, where they just race from point A to B. All the while, you’ll need to pass through all 30 flame marked arches.

Hitting Fear enemies will add time to the bombs countdown, but you’ll also need to keep an eye out for repair wrenched & speed boosts to keep your vehicle in running order.

Exotic Ability Boosts

Hidden within item cases, as well as randomized with other rewards, Exotic Ability Boosts will provide an edge against your enemies. These boosts are chosen based on your currently equipped abilities both major & minor. These boosts can include reduced cooldown times, a chance at additional damage types, extra ammo, & more. They are super rare, & can only be found in Nightmare Zones.

Call of Duty: Warzone Season 5 Content

POIs – Drone Labs

To the south of Quarry & the east of the TV Station, you can find the newest POI added into Warzone, the Drone Labs. Two major buildings take up the majority of the POI, complete with a drone course, multiple floors, rooftops, & even a zipline connecting the two buildings.

For those who can access the locked garage within the POI will gain access to the new JLTV Assault Vehicle.

Modes

Lockdown Casual

This LTM serves the perfect purpose of learning the new POI. You’ll be able to drop in with your custom loadout, & a random Killstreak with every respawn. There’s even various challenges to complete within the LTM, all with rewards you can earn:

Area Locked – Weapon Charm
- Use 15 Killstreaks
Hostile Custodian – Spray
- Defend a High Value zone for 120 Seconds
Lockdown Hero – Animated Calling Card
- Achieve 5 zone takeovers

Heavy Metal Heroes

Coming back from BO4’s Blackout, the Heavy Metal Heroes LTM will be available in the mainline Warzone Battle Royale. Using the heavy vehicles weapons, you can reign down fire on enemies, all while earning buffs for eliminations. These buffs include:

Armor & Ammo Regeneration
Faster Movement
Faster Weapon Handling
& More!

If you happen to be on the defense, look out for Mobility abilities such as the:

Grappling Hook
Kinetic Jump
Flicker

These can be used to outmaneuver enemies to survive longer than you would without them. To add to it, there’s extra Respawm Tokens & shorter times on revives, redeploys, & redeploy towers.

Gameplay Additions

There are multiple Killstreaks & gameplay features coming into Warzone with the launch of Season 5. The new Supply Drones (courtesy of the Drone Labs) will drop solid loot. You’ll just have to claim it before the enemy does. There’s also the addition of the HKD’s & the infamous Juggernaut Armor Suit coming as loot you can find within Warzone.

THE END

That’s all we know so far on the release date & content of Black Ops 7 & Warzone Season 5. For a video discussing the upcoming content, check it out here: