Today, players across platforms can try Activision and Microsoft’s new release. But can Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 genuinely captivate a wide audience?
The first reviews for Black Ops 7 have started appearing online — and they are largely positive. It may not claim the title of 2025’s best game, but the new CoD could be one of the most engaging entries in the series in recent years, especially for those who enjoy fast-paced, spectacle-driven, and varied gameplay.
Critics praise the gameplay as a whole. The single-player campaign is described as packed with thrilling, cinematic set pieces that feel pulled from a classic B-movie action flick, capped by a surprising and unexpectedly intricate finale. Reviewers also single out the massive, carefully crafted Zombies map — a mode that promises monumental battles and epic clashes.
The multiplayer component is touted as the most balanced and content-rich in years: quick, tactical, featuring fresh mechanics, excellent maps, and strong technical polish. Commentators highlight meticulous attention to detail, a memorable soundtrack, and solid stability, while post-launch support appears as robust as ever. The four-player co-op campaign, an enhanced perks system, and the blend of progression mechanics also earn praise.
That said, there are notable complaints. Some find the campaign too brief, the narrative bland and occasionally repetitive, with uneven pacing. The ending can feel drawn-out. Reviewers point out that multiplayer still carries over several problems from Modern Warfare 2019, and the Zombies mode could be more compelling. Other criticisms include inconsistent character development, underwhelming bosses, and a progression system that can reduce the distinctiveness of individual modes.
Overall, critics tend to agree that Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is a solid — at times outstanding — entry in the franchise that may pleasantly surprise even skeptics. The game has earned high marks, including a 10/10 from GamingTrend, and its aggregate score at the time of reporting sits at 84%.
Source: iXBT.games