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Nicolas Cage skin added to Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 despite Activision promise
Activision 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 collaborations
Activision 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 maps
Treyarch 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 Multiplex
The 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 Intel
Call 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.
Play As Nicolas Cage In Call of Duty For Season 4 Reloaded
The "Summer of Action" update for Call of Duty Season 4 Reloaded arrives on June 25, introducing actor Nicolas Cage as a new operator in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone. The update also features new weapons like the AN-94 assault rifle, new maps including a remake of the Black Ops 1 "Launch" map, a new "Kowakujo" Zombies map, and updates to Warzone's Rebirth Island.
Black Ops 7’s penultimate Zombies map Kowakujō features a secret new Wonder Weapon
The penultimate Zombies map for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, named Kowakujō, will feature a secret new Wonder Weapon. Further details about the map and its unique weapon are expected soon.
UK Charts: The Adventures Of Elliot Makes An Impressive Debut, But Can't Trouble The Podium
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales debuted at sixth place in the UK physical game charts, with the majority of sales on Nintendo Switch. EA Sports UFC 6 and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream also saw strong debuts, while EA SPORTS FC 26 and 007 First Light held the top three positions.
UK software sales chart for the week ending June 20, 2026 – The Adventures of Elliot debuts, Tomodachi Life back in the top 5
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending June 20, 2026, shows The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales debuting at #6. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream climbed to #3, while EA Sports FC 26 remained at #2. The chart includes sales data for numerous titles across various publishers.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 19: GOG.com Summer Sale
This weekend's PC gaming deals include GOG.com's Summer Sale featuring discounts on titles like Hollow Knight Silksong and Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition. Steam and Epic Games Store also have various sales, with free games available on Epic Games Store and Amazon Luna. Humble Bundle offers several game bundles for different price tiers.
Weekend Console Download Deals for June 19: Dispatch your wallets
This article highlights various digital game sales available on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch for the weekend of June 19. It features discounts on a wide range of titles, including notable games like Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition, Dave the Diver, and Grand Theft Auto 5, across different storefronts and subscription services.
Evening Multiplex
This article presents official trailers for several upcoming and existing games. It includes teasers for Borderlands 4's Takedown and Bounty Pack 3, a reveal trailer for the new Brawlhalla legend Aurus, and a cinematic trailer for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7.
CoD: Black Ops 7 And Warzone Season 4 Reloaded Release Date And Details
Activision has revealed details for the upcoming Season 4 Reloaded update for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone, launching on June 25. The update will introduce new weapons like the AN-94 assault rifle, additional multiplayer maps including Zenith and a remake of Launch, and a new Zombies map called Kowakujo. Warzone will also receive a new limited-time mode called Squad Gun.
The Floor Is Lava In CoD: Black Ops 7’s New Zombies Map
Treyarch has released the new round-based Zombies map, Kowakujo, for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 as part of the Season 4 Reloaded update. The map features a lava-filled environment set at Takeo Masaki's family castle and introduces a new supernatural Wonder Weapon and GobbleGum. The update also includes new weapons and modes for multiplayer and Warzone.
Game Pass adds EA Sports FC 26, RV There Yet?, Winds of Arcana: Ruination, and more in late June to early July
Microsoft has announced new titles coming to Game Pass between late June and early July, including EA Sports FC 26, RV There Yet?, and Winds of Arcana: Ruination. Several other games like Junkster, Call of Duty: Vanguard, and Abyssus are also being added. Additionally, the article lists games that will be leaving the Game Pass library on June 30.
Xbox Game Pass lineup for late June 2026 announced
Microsoft has revealed the upcoming games for Xbox Game Pass in late June 2026, including day-one releases like Junkster and Abyssus. Notable additions include Call of Duty: Vanguard, EA Sports FC 26, and Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4. Several titles are also departing the service at the end of June.
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: EA Sports FC 26, RV There Yet?, Winds of Arcana: Ruination, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new titles throughout June and July, including EA Sports FC 26, RV There Yet?, and Winds of Arcana: Ruination. The service will also see the addition of Call of Duty: Vanguard, Abyssus, and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4. Several games are also leaving the Game Pass library at the end of June.
Treyarch’s Mark Gordon Steps Down as Studio Head After 22 Years
Treyarch studio head Mark Gordon is retiring after 22 years, with Kevin Hendrickson and Yale Miller stepping up as new co-studio heads. The studio, known for its work on the Call of Duty franchise, is not developing this year's entry, which is Infinity Ward's Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. This new title will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch on October 23rd, and will feature a new story, updated multiplayer movement, and the return of the DMZ mode.
Treyarch announces retirement of Studio Head Mark Gordon
Treyarch studio head Mark Gordon is retiring after 22 years, having overseen the development of the entire Black Ops series. Kevin Hendrickson and Yale Miller will succeed him as co-studio heads. Gordon's tenure included titles like Call of Duty 2: Big Red One and Call of Duty: World at War.
UK software sales chart for the week ending June 13, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia back in the top five
EA Sports FC 26 has reclaimed the top spot in the UK software sales chart for the week ending June 13, 2026, driven by World Cup interest. Nintendo's Pokemon Pokopia also re-entered the top five, leading other Nintendo exclusives like Mario Kart World and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream.
