Call of Duty doesn't get enough credit for their efforts in accessibility. Now, they're taking things a step further, enabling controls you wouldn't think about. Options like voice or facial movements are available via a pilot program by Cephable, which enables these alternative inputs. Check out the details below from the Call of Duty Blog.
As part of a new, free accessibility Pilot Program, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 now supports Cephable, a platform that enables players to control games using alternative inputs such as voice commands, face expressions or head movement, and customized buttons through the Cephable mobile or desktop app.
The Pilot is live today in Black Ops 7, bringing these free, optional control methods to Campaign, Zombies, Dead Ops Arcade, and the Firing Range across all platforms.
This integration is designed to help more people experience Call of Duty their way. It’s built for players who may need more than a traditional controller or keyboard and mouse setup, including those with limited mobility who rely on different ways to interact with games.
Once received by the game, Cephable inputs are processed the same way as controller or mouse and keyboard inputs. Because these inputs pass through additional processing and an external service before reaching the game, they may include differences in latency compared to traditional inputs and are not designed for competitive play.
To get started, download the Cephable companion app on your PC or mobile device and link it to your Call of Duty account. Once connected, you can map your preferred inputs and start playing. Learn more about this feature in the Activision Support FAQ or on Cephable’s Black Ops 7 landing page.
The integration includes safeguards to protect fair play and was implemented and tested in collaboration with Treyarch, Beenox, and the RICOCHET Anti-Cheat team in preparation for potential future expansion to new modes. The feature also saw testing with Cephable and members of the disability community, providing feedback on the implementation every step of the way.
All inputs are processed locally through the Cephable companion apps running on a player’s PC or mobile device and translated into standard in-game commands. The system does not automate gameplay.
Accessibility advancements continue to be one of many priorities for Call of Duty. This Pilot builds on existing features in Black Ops 7 and is another step toward welcoming more players into the community.
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