Black Ops 7
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Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continuesThe Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7, Diablo 4, And More Games Are Free On Xbox This WeekendMicrosoft is offering several games for free on Xbox over the July 4th weekend as part of its Free Play Days promotion. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 multiplayer and Zombies are available until July 6, and Diablo IV until July 7. Demonschool and The Stone Madness have two-hour trials available until July 5. Some titles, like Ikonei Island: An Earthlock Adventure, require an Xbox Game Pass subscription.
Rumors claim Xbox wants to close Obsidian, but Jason Schreier says otherwiseRecent reports suggest Xbox is considering closing or selling several studios, including Obsidian Entertainment, due to financial pressures. However, journalist Jason Schreier has refuted claims that Obsidian is in negotiations to avoid closure, stating Xbox intends to keep the developer. The article also touches on frustrations within Xbox regarding leadership's focus on profitability and the impact of underperforming titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 7.- Free Play Days – Call of Duty Black Ops 7, Diablo IV, Ikonei Island: An Earthlock Adventure, and MoreXbox is offering several games for free play this weekend, including Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Diablo IV, and Ikonei Island: An Earthlock Adventure. Diablo IV and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 are available to all Xbox players, while Ikonei Island requires an Xbox Game Pass membership. Demonschool and The Stone of Madness also feature limited-time trials.
This Week In Games Was Bad, But Next Week May Be WorseThe gaming industry experienced a particularly bleak week with multiple significant layoffs, studio closures, and price increases. Microsoft's Xbox division saw widespread job cuts, while Sony announced plans to end physical disc production for PlayStation games by 2028. These events, coupled with delays and the ongoing impact of AI discussions, paint a grim picture for the industry's immediate future.
PlayStation hardware sales fall to their lowest May total since 2000 | US Monthly ChartsPlayStation 5 unit sales in the US saw a significant 58% year-on-year drop in May, reaching their lowest point since 2000, following a price increase. Xbox unit sales also hit a record low for May. Despite this, overall US hardware spending rose 38% due to strong Nintendo Switch 2 performance, and total US video game spending increased by 3%.- How To Unlock The Kowakujo Easter Egg Song In Black Ops 7 ZombiesThis guide details how to unlock the secret Easter egg song, "Evencry," on the new Zombies map, Kowakujo, in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. Players must find three hidden blue headphones scattered across the map, which are performed by Kevin Sherwood, Cole Rolland, and Malukah.
Best-selling games in the U.S. for May 2026 – Yoshi and the Mysterious Book cracks the top 10Circana has released the top-selling video game list for the U.S. in May 2026. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream remains a top seller at #5, while the new release Yoshi and the Mysterious Book debuted at #8. Other notable entries include 007 First Light, Forza Horizon 6, and Crimson Desert.- Roadmaps and PlansDetails have been released for the mid-season content drop for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Call of Duty: Warzone Season 04. Additionally, Daniel Grayshon and Stephen Kick from Nightdive Studios discussed the remastering process for Thief: The Dark Project.
May 2026 US Console Sales Marked The Worst May Ever for Xbox, Worst May for PlayStation Since 2000May 2026 saw the worst US hardware sales for Xbox and the worst May since 2000 for PlayStation, attributed to significant price increases across consoles. While Xbox unit sales declined, revenue grew due to higher prices, whereas PlayStation experienced drops in both units sold and revenue. Nintendo's Switch 2 continued to sell well, though future price hikes may pose a challenge. In software, IO Interactive's 007 First Light topped the charts, followed by Forza Horizon 6 and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight.
007 First Light Tops US Sales Charts For May 2026, Hits Fourth Place for Overall 2026 SalesIn May 2026, 007 First Light topped the US video game sales charts, followed by Forza Horizon 6 and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. Resident Evil Requiem remains the best-selling game of 2026 year-to-date, with 007 First Light in fourth place. Total video game spending in the US for May 2026 reached $4.2 billion, a 3% increase over the previous year, with consoles showing a significant 25% rise in spending, despite a decline in hardware unit sales for both PlayStation and Xbox.
How To Unlock Nicolas Cage In Call Of Duty And All Other Event RewardsCall of Duty's Season 4 Reloaded update introduces a limited-time event themed around actor Nicolas Cage, featuring his operator skin, two new weapons, and various cosmetics. The event runs until July 16 and includes both free and paid reward tracks, with Nicolas Cage himself unlockable via the premium pass for 1,100 CoD Points. Players can earn rewards by grinding XP across multiplayer, Zombies, and Warzone.- Evening MultiplexThis article presents a collection of recent trailers for various games, including Call of Duty: Black Ops 7's Season 04 Reloaded multiplayer maps, the Kickstarter trailer for Last Summer, the Season 19 launch trailer for Riders Republic, and a trailer for War Thunder titled 'Heavy Cavalry'.
- Call Of Duty Season 4 Reloaded Patch Notes Detail Major Gameplay Changes For WarzoneThe Season 4 Reloaded update for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone introduces significant gameplay changes, including weapon tuning, Zombies map improvements, and adjustments to Warzone's supply boxes, Hot Zones, and equipment. This midseason update, themed as the Summer of Action, also features a Nicolas Cage operator, new weapons, a Zombies map, and a summer-themed Rebirth Island. Key changes include nerfs to dominant weapons like the Voyak KT-3 and Kogot-7, adjustments to the Totenreich Zombies map, and fixes for Endgame. Warzone's Ranked Play restricts certain weapon attachments, while supply boxes will now disable in the gas, and Gulag wait times are dynamic. Equipment like the Point Turret and Stims receive nerfs, and the Grappling Hook is also adjusted, with some Warzone weapons receiving buffs.
- Evening MultiplexThis article showcases official trailers for several upcoming games. It features the "Kowakujō Zombies" trailer for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, a first boss gameplay reveal for Denshattack!, and a "Welcome to West City" trailer for DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 3.
Nicolas Cage skin added to Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 despite Activision promiseActivision has added a Nicolas Cage skin to Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, despite previous promises to reduce random crossover content. This move has drawn criticism from fans who felt the series was drifting from its authentic military roots. The article also touches on other controversial skins added in previous seasons, including characters from Fallout, RoboCop, and Half Baked.
Nicolas Cage becomes a Call of Duty skin in what may be one last hurrah for goofy collaborationsActivision has revealed that actor Nicolas Cage will be added as a playable operator in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone as part of the Season 4 mid-season update. This "Summer of Action" event also includes new maps, modes, and a limited-time event pass, with Cage's skin available on the premium track. While this marks a return for celebrity collaborations, developer Infinity Ward has stated that future Call of Duty titles like Modern Warfare 4 will focus on more authentic cosmetics.
Black Ops 7's incredibly popular Classic mode is here to stay, and it's getting four new mapsTreyarch has announced that the popular "Classic mode" in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 will become a permanent addition to the game starting with the Season 4 Reloaded update on June 25. The mode, which removes modern movement features and restricts loadouts to evoke an older Call of Duty feel, has been a hit with players. Four new classic maps, Launch, Fringe, Hacienda, and Gridlock, will also be added to the mode's rotation.- Evening MultiplexThe official trailer for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Call of Duty: Warzone's S04 Reloaded 'Summer of Action' update has been released. The trailer also features a brief appearance by actor Nicolas Cage.
Black Ops 7 Season 04 Reloaded: Full IntelCall of Duty: Black Ops 7 Season 04 Reloaded brings a mid-season update on June 25, featuring new multiplayer maps like Zenith and Launch, the Operation King Killer in Endgame, and the Kowakujō Round-Based Zombies map. The update also introduces the Champion's Quest in Core Battle Royale and a Summer of Action event led by Nick Cage. New weapons, attachments, and various in-game events and bundles are also part of the content drop.