Black Ops 7 and Warzone Season 6 Launches September 17
Activision has set the release date for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone Season 6 for September 17, 2026.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone Season 6 will launch on Thursday, September 17, 2026. According to Dot Esports, the update is scheduled to go live at 9 AM Pacific Time.
Preloads for the seasonal update are expected to become available around September 15. This allows players to download the content ahead of the official launch.
Release Times by Region
The update will roll out simultaneously across the globe. Here are the corresponding launch times for various regions.
| Region / Time Zone | Local Launch Time |
|---|---|
| Pacific Time (PT) | 9 AM, Sept. 17 |
| Central Time (CT) | 11 AM, Sept. 17 |
| Eastern Time (ET) | 12 PM, Sept. 17 |
| British Summer Time (BST) | 5 PM, Sept. 17 |
| Brazil (BRT) | 1 PM, Sept. 17 |
| Central European Summer Time (CEST) | 6 PM, Sept. 17 |
| Gulf Standard Time (GST) | 8 PM, Sept. 17 |
| India Standard Time (IST) | 9:30 PM, Sept. 17 |
| China Standard Time (CST) | 12 AM, Sept. 18 |
| Japan Standard Time (JST) | 1 AM, Sept. 18 |
| Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEST) | 2 AM, Sept. 18 |
| New Zealand Standard Time (NZST) | 4 AM, Sept. 18 |
Expected Content for the Final Season
Season 6 is projected to be the last major content update for Black Ops 7. Activision is expected to shift its full focus to Modern Warfare 4 afterward. Leaks suggest the season could feature a Haunting-themed event.
The report states the season should bring the usual multiplayer additions. This potentially includes new maps, modes, weapons, and events. A new but shortened Battle Pass is also anticipated.
Given its role as a concluding update, the focus may be on completing planned content rather than introducing new features. Leaks point toward final camos for Zombies and Endgame modes. Warzone is expected to receive seasonal changes that align with Black Ops 7, alongside features that may appear in the future Modern Warfare 4 integration.
Key Questions Answered
Dot Esports addressed several frequently asked questions. The site reports there may not be a Season 6 Reloaded update. Leaks suggest the season is designed to close out Black Ops 7's remaining content, deviating from the usual mid-season structure.
Regarding Zombies content, the report confirms Season 6 will not include a new round-based map. The final map, titled Rex Infernus, was released during the Season 5 Reloaded update. The official, full roadmap for the season is available on Activision's blog.
