Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Beta – Your Complete Guide to Multiplayer and Zombies Survival

Introduction

The Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Multiplayer and Zombies Beta runs from October 2-8, 2025. This Beta period provides a preview of the full game, which launches on November 14. This guide covers the available maps, modes, progression system, and rewards.

Beta Schedule: Early Access and Open Beta

The Beta is split into two distinct phases, each offering progressively more content:

Early Access (October 2-4): This weekend is exclusively for players who have pre-ordered Black Ops 7 or are subscribed to select Xbox Game Pass plans. Early Access kicks off on Thursday, October 2 at 10AM PT and runs through October 4. You can download the Beta from the PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store, Battle.net, or Steam. Digital pre-order players are automatically registered, while physical pre-orders may require a Beta code.

Open Beta (October 5-8): The Open Beta begins on Sunday, October 5 at 10AM PT, allowing all players across all platforms to participate. The Open Beta continues through Wednesday, October 8 at 10AM PT.

Note for PC players: TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot are required, along with other security measures that may be enforced.

Training and Preparation

Players can use the Training Course available on The Forge multiplayer map. This tutorial covers the game’s Omnimovement system and updated firing mechanics. The training course is available for both new and returning players.

For the Zombies mode, Survival Mode training is available on Vandorn Farm. This section of the full “Ashes of the Damned” map allows players to experiment with weapons, Perks, Ammo Mods, Equipment, and Field Upgrades.

Early Access Maps and Modes

The Early Access period launches with four core Multiplayer maps and introduces Zombies Survival partway through:

Multiplayer Maps:

The Forge: Set in a harbor-based research facility showcasing The Guild’s autonomous weapon technology, The Forge features a split design with two wings separated by a central range containing rotating walls and a defense turret. Navigate product displays and demo areas while adapting to the map’s dynamic elements.

Cortex: This cliffside compound houses experimental Guild research, complete with vat chambers holding suspended subjects. The facility includes an autopsy room and morgue, with combat centered around controlling the underpass or utilizing the narrow skybridge overlooking the water.

Exposure: Primarily an outdoor map with the Control Room as the only interior space, Exposure features three well-defined combat lanes interspersed with facility components. High walls provide strong cover and flanking opportunities, while agile players can access the rotating Guild crate for a powerful vantage point.

Imprint: Bundle up for this mid-sized robotics facility set in a blizzard. Battle through various stages of the drone development process indoors or fight along the snowy perimeter – just watch your step near those sheer cliff edges.

Zombies Survival Map:

Vandorn Farm: Available starting October 3, this Survival map challenges you to hold out within the farmstead’s perimeter. Once power is restored, you’ll fight for as many rounds as possible with limited escape options. Pack-a-Punch and Der Wunderfizz machines are placed within the Survival area since they don’t appear in this section during Standard Mode. Judge the perfect moment to initiate Exfil before the undead overwhelm your position.

Game Modes:

Early Access features five game modes:

• Overload (New): Bring the Overload Device to enemy zones and detonate them.
• Team Deathmatch: Classic elimination-based combat where kills contribute to your team’s score.
• Domination: Capture and hold three objectives across the map to accumulate points.
• Hardpoint: Fight for control of a rotating objective zone that moves throughout the match.
• Kill Confirmed: Eliminate enemies and collect their dog tags to score while denying enemy recoveries.

Open Beta Expansion

When the Open Beta launches on October 5, two additional maps join the rotation:

Blackheart: Deploy to a nautical drilling platform extracting resources for Guild projects. The map’s lanes force close-quarters combat around the central rotating drill. Fight on the barge, flank around the diving bell, and avoid the grinder pit’s rotating teeth.

Toshin: Navigate a ruined monorail through a downtown shopping district illuminated by vibrant advertisements. This tightly-packed urban layout rewards exploration and quick decision-making as you move through park areas, market streets, and the transit station wreckage.

The Open Beta also introduces Search & Destroy mode, the tactical elimination-based game type beloved by competitive players.

Progression System

Early Access Progression (Levels 1-20):

The Beta features a full progression system that mirrors the final game. You’ll start with several default loadouts featuring weapons like the M15 Mod 0 assault rifle, Ryden 45K SMG, Mk. 78 LMG, VS Recon sniper rifle, M10 Breacher shotgun, and Jäger 45 pistol.

At Level 4, Custom Loadouts unlock, allowing you to personalize your weapons, equipment, and perks. From there, each level brings new content:

• New weapons including the MXR-17 assault rifle, Dravec 45 SMG, M8A1 marksman rifle, Peacekeeper MK1 assault rifle, XR-3 Ion sniper rifle, and A.R.C. M1 launcher
• Perks like Flak Jacket (explosive resistance), Lightweight (increased movement speed), Ghost (stealth from UAVs), and Gung Ho (fire while sprinting)
• Equipment including Sticky Grenades, Flashbangs, Combat Axes, and Point Turrets
• Scorestreaks ranging from RC-XD and UAV to HKDs, Gravemaker, and VTOL Warship
• Field Upgrades such as Trophy System, Active Camo, and Echo Unit
• Wildcards like Overkill (two primary weapons) and Gunfighter (extra attachments)

For Zombies players, progression unlocks Ammo Mods (Cryo Freeze, Fire Works, Napalm Burst, Shadow Rift) and Field Upgrades (Frenzied Guard, Healing Aura, Toxic Growth).

Open Beta Progression (Levels 21-30):

The Open Beta extends the level cap to 30, introducing additional weapons like the CODA 9 pistol, Razor 9mm SMG, and Echo 12 shotgun. Higher-level perks include Shadow (undetectable to traps), Engineer (see enemy equipment through walls), Vendetta (mark your killer), and Ninja (move silently). More powerful scorestreaks like the Watchdog Helo and RHINO also become available.

Beta Rewards You’ll Keep

Beta participants will receive rewards that transfer to the full game at launch:

• Level 2: “Beta Player” Animated Emblem
• Level 6: “Gun Flex” Emote
• Level 11: “Beta Neon” Sticker
• Level 15: “Beta Beasts” Weapon Charm
• Level 20: “Beta Maverick” JSOC Operator Skin and “Beta Leader” Guild Operator Skin
• Level 23: “Beta Survivor” Loading Screen
• Level 27: “Beta Conqueror” Calling Card
• Level 30: “Beta Legend” Weapon Blueprint for the M15 Mod 0

These cosmetics are exclusive to Beta participants and cannot be obtained after the Beta period.

GobbleGums for Zombies

A special selection of Beta-exclusive GobbleGums is available during Zombies Survival (October 3-6). These won’t affect your regular GobbleGum inventory and are complimentary for Beta testing purposes. Use them or lose them when the Beta ends!

Available GobbleGums include:

Epic Tier:

• Power Vacuum (New to BO7): Increased Power-Up spawn rates from kills
• Nowhere But There: Instant teleport to downed teammates with nearby revive
• Profit Sharing: Share Essence earnings with nearby players (2 minutes)
• Soda Fountain: Next Perk purchase grants a bonus random Perk
• Dead Drop: Massively increased Salvage and Equipment drop rates (5 minutes)
• Explosive Flourish: Reloading creates explosions around you (2 minutes)
• Respin Cycle: Re-spin Mystery Box results to equal or higher rarity

Legendary Tier:

• Round Off (New to BO7): Prevent round progression for two rounds
• Immolation Liquidation: Spawn a Fire Sale Power-Up
• Flavor Hex: Receive a random Ultra GobbleGum

Ultra Tier:

• Gift Card (New to BO7): Instantly gain 30,000 Essence
• Time Out: Clear all enemies and end the current round
• Perkaholic: Receive all available Perks instantly
• Hidden Power: Upgrade held weapon to Legendary rarity
• Near Death Experience: Revive mechanics improved for 3 minutes or 5 revives
• Wonderbar!: Next Mystery Box spin guarantees a Wonder Weapon
• Reign Drops: Spawn all core Power-Ups simultaneously

Beta Stats and Competition

Starting October 3 at 9AM PT, you can track your Multiplayer and Zombies statistics. Share your stats by posting “ATVI ID@CallofDuty Bo7 Beta Stats” on X (Twitter) or visiting callofduty.com/bo7betastats. On October 6, you’ll unlock information about your top weapons and signature Scorestreak. The Beta concludes on October 8 with the ability to compare your stats with friends.

Pre-Order Bonus: GobbleGums Monster Pack

Pre-order the digital or Vault Edition of Black Ops 7 before the Beta ends and log into Call of Duty during the Beta to receive the GobbleGums Monster Pack. This collection includes:

• All nine Rare GobbleGums (one of each)
• All nine Epic GobbleGums (one of each)
• All ten Legendary GobbleGums (one of each)
• Three Perkaholic GobbleGums

These GobbleGums are usable immediately in Black Ops 6, and any unused ones carry over to Black Ops 7 at launch.

Final Thoughts

The Black Ops 7 Beta includes six multiplayer maps, six game modes, Zombies Survival, and 30 levels of progression with unlockables available before the November 14 launch.

The Beta features the Omnimovement system in Multiplayer and GobbleGums and Field Upgrades in Zombies. Beta participants will receive exclusive rewards and progression elements that carry over to the full game.

The Beta runs from October 2-8, 2025, with Early Access starting October 2 and Open Beta beginning October 5.