The COD POD drops — Call of Duty’s official podcast with spicy new Black Ops 6 details

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is around the corner, and we’ve already seen some cool stuff coming out today. The biggest drop of them all however, is the inaugural COD POD, a dedicated Call of Duty podcast that will not only go behind the scenes, but unveil new details for current and future titles. Some massive news fell as a part of the first episode; Black Ops 6’s beta will arrive on August 30th and run for two weekends across platforms. We’ve got the podcast above with pre-order details below, along with a tease from content creators on the upcoming COD Next that will take place on August 28. If you want to know more about Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, you can check out our preview here.

We’ll be at Call of Duty NEXT.

See you August 28th. 👀 #BlackOps6 pic.twitter.com/O8o4teCIXU

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Get ready: On October 25, you’ll be forced to go rogue as you and your team are hunted from within, with the launch of Call of Duty®: Black Ops 6.

Set in the early 1990s, Black Ops 6 offers a mind-bending Campaign unbound by the rules of engagement, huge innovations like Omnimovement, best-in-class Multiplayer, and the epic return of round-based Zombies. Prepare yourself for this must-have game launch by learning about all the different editions of the game, which come with a variety of associated rewards, many of which you can obtain simply by preordering today.

Below is a chart summarizing the benefits you can claim, all depending on which Digital version of Black Ops 6 you wish to preorder or purchase:

Platforms

Call of Duty®: Black Ops 6 is now available to preorder on the following platforms (with full explanations of how to preorder as this blog continues):

• Xbox Series X|S
• Xbox One
• PlayStation 5
• PlayStation 4
• PC (Microsoft Store)
• PC (Battle.Net)
• PC (Steam)
• Game Pass (Xbox Consoles and PC Microsoft Store)

Editions

Furthermore, you can preorder Black Ops 6 via the following Editions:

Digital Editions:

• Vault Edition (All Platforms)
• Cross-Gen Bundle (Console)
• Standard Edition (PC)

Physical Editions:

• Cross-Gen Bundle (Xbox Series X, Xbox One, PlayStation 4)
• PlayStation 5 (Physical Edition)

Cross-Gen Versions: All console versions of the game – except for the Physical PlayStation 5 Edition – come with access to both the current generation version (Xbox Series X|S or PlayStation 5) as well as the previous generation version of Black Ops 6 (Xbox One or PlayStation 4).

Game Pass Subscribers: Black Ops 6 will be available at launch for subscribers to select Game Pass plans (Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass PC, Game Pass Console). Subscribers have access to the Digital Cross-Gen Bundle (Xbox) or PC Standard Edition (Microsoft Store) of Black Ops 6 – including the Woods Operator Pack and Open Beta Early Access preorder benefits – with the full game available at launch on October 25! Continue to read this blog for the full details.

BLACK OPS 6: VAULT EDITION

 

Packed with must-have Black Ops 6 benefits, the Vault Edition is the clear choice for those seeking in-game content in addition to the full, digital game. This Edition is available for $99.99 U.S. (Suggested Retail Price) or your regional equivalent. The Vault Edition contains the following general preorder benefits, and specific additional benefits:

• Open Beta Early Access (Preorder Benefit). (*)
• Woods Operator Pack (Preorder Benefit). (**)
• A Digital version of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.
• BlackCell. (***)
• Hunters vs. Hunted Operator Pack.
• Mastercraft Weapon Collection.
• GobbleGum Pack.

BLACK OPS 6: EVERY PREORDER BENEFIT

Do you need more intel about each Preorder Benefits in one dossier? Then read on, as the unredacted benefits are listed alongside each edition of the game.

Open Beta Early Access (*)

Availability: Preorder Benefit for all Game Editions.

• Vault Edition
• Cross-Gen Bundle (Digital)
• Cross-Gen Bundle (Physical)
• PlayStation 5 (Physical Edition)
• Standard Edition (PC)
• Select Game Pass Plans (Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass PC, Game Pass Console)

Every version of the game, including every Digital and Physical edition, will grant you early access to the Black Ops 6 Open Beta on August 30th. Get an early look at Multiplayer, featuring that signature Black Ops Multiplayer experience, with brand-new maps, and a stocked armory of impressive weapons. Experience key innovations, including the new operator Omnimovement system while battling through new enemies and surprises.

There are multiple ways to play the Open Beta:

• The Early Access to Open Beta period (for preorder customers).
• The Open Beta period (for everyone).

The Early Access Beta will run from August 30th-September 4th and will be available across all supported platforms. The Open Beta period is free, available September 6th-9th, and will be available across all supported platforms.

Digital Edition Preorder Customers: You do not need a “Beta Code,” as you will automatically be able to access the Open Beta.

Physical Edition Preorder Customers: You should have received a “Beta Code” allowing Early Access at the point of sale, at your retailer.

Woods Operator Pack (**)

Availability: Instantly (MWIII, WZ), at Game Launch (BO6)

Preorder Benefit:

• Vault Edition
• Cross-Gen Bundle (Digital Only)
• Standard Edition (PC)
• Select Game Pass Plans (Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass PC, Game Pass Console)

Getting by on his street smarts and razor-sharp instincts, Woods has always depended on only himself for survival. After enlisting in the U.S. Marine Corps, Woods gained an extensive amount of fighting experience throughout the Korean War, and afterwards became a sergeant in the MACV-SOG during his time in Vietnam. One can only imagine the reputation he earned in combat, that eventually led to him being selected to join the CIA’s Special Activities Division.

Woods is fond of pointing out that you can’t kill him. To date, though many have tried – no one has been able to prove him wrong.

Now you can instantly unlock the Woods Operator Pack by pre-ordering or pre-purchasing any Digital or Vault Edition of Black Ops 6 or via select Game Pass plans (Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass PC, Game Pass Console).

• Instantly receive the “Classic Woods” Skin. This Skin can be used immediately in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare® III, Call of Duty: Warzone™ and Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile.
• Unlock the “Zombie Woods” Skin, and the “Numbers Woods” Animated Skin by completing a Challenge for each Skin, in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare® III, Call of Duty: Warzone™.
• If you don’t have access to Call of Duty: Modern Warfare® III, Call of Duty: Warzone™, stay tuned for more on how to unlock.

Woods Operator Pack to arrive in Black Ops 6: We’re excited to confirm that the Woods Operator Pack will also be accessible in Black Ops 6 at launch. For more information on Carry Forward content between games, see later in this blog.

Hunters vs. Hunted Operator Pack (Vault Edition Benefit)

Availability: Open Beta (BO6), Game Launch (BO6), Vault Edition Upgrade

Purchase or upgrade to the Vault Edition, and four infamous Operators from the Black Ops and Zombies universes are yours to own, each clad in their own impressive (and animated) Operator Skin.

Rogue Black Ops Operator Skins

Operator Park (“Oblivion” Skin): Exiting Oxford University to study para-military organizations, MI6 operative Helen Park is a methodical, ad hoc Black Ops team member. Now fully recovered from wounds sustained in an RPG attack, during a redacted operation in Havana, she is fit for duty and ready to rejoin the squad.

Operator Adler (“Umbra” Skin): Russell Adler was once the leader of a covert Strike team of CIA Operatives and was dubbed ‘America’s Monster.’ Neither his current intentions, or whereabouts, are known.

Zombies Operator Skins

Operator Brutus (“Warden of Alcatraz” Skin): Last encountered in Black Ops 4’s Blood of the Dead, the Warden of Alcatraz is reborn again as a Black Ops 6 Operator. Reanimated by otherworldly forces, this custodian of Hell’s most evil inmates will not – and cannot – rest until his charges have been safely returned to their cells. With electricity arcing across his heavily armored bulk, his hunt begins…

Operator Klaus (“Reborn” Skin): Elizabeth Grey’s automaton will assure you that it is just there to help, but there is something deeply unsettling in its bearing. It could be the number of prior murderous killing sprees, masked by its enthusiasm – or simply that it seems unable to grasp exactly how fragile humans can be. Expect Klaus to be switched on at launch.

Vault Edition owners can expect to use any of these Operator Skins during the Black Ops 6 Open Beta, later this year.

Mastercraft Weapon Collection (Vault Edition Benefit)

Availability: Open Beta (BO6), Game Launch (BO6), Vault Edition Upgrade

Purchase or upgrade to the Vault Edition and unlock an exciting collection of five Mastercraft weapons. Flex your Loadout and gain much more than an instant arsenal at launch, as these “Ultra” level weapon variants are as unique as they are potent! Here’s what you’ll receive:

• The “Plague Doctor” Blueprint for the AMES 85 (Assault Rifle).
• The “Mind’s Eye” Blueprint for the Combat Knife (Melee).
• The “Scourge” Blueprint for the Jackal PDW (Submachine Gun).
• The “Brainstorm” Blueprint for the LR 7.62 (Sniper Rifle).
• The “Unrepentant” Blueprint for the Marine SP (Shotgun).

A level of rarity above even “Legendary,” these special cosmetic blueprints are absolute works of art, hand-crafted by Treyarch’s finest weaponsmiths. Expect each weapon in the Mastercraft Collection to be a unique, animated, one-of-a-kind visually stunning design added to an already impressive five-attachment Weapon Blueprint.

GobbleGum Pack (Vault Edition Benefit)

Availability: Game Launch (BO6), Vault Edition Upgrade

GobbleGums return to Zombies in Black Ops 6, and they’re more delicious than ever!  GobbleGums are everyone’s favorite jaw-breaking confectionary power-up and were last available in Call of Duty: Black Ops 3. These earnable treats are a special consumable item that provide unique effects to players. Purchase or upgrade to the Vault Edition to unlock the GobbleGum Pack. This consists of 12 single-use GobbleGums offering unique in-game effects!

Expect these GobbleGums to be packed with amazing (and sometimes surreal) powers, accessible immediately at launch.

Black Ops 6 Season 1 Black Cell (***)

Availability: Black Ops 6 Season 1, Vault Edition Upgrade

Purchase or upgrade to the Vault Edition, and you’ll receive the Season 1 BlackCell offering, jam packed with exclusive content and one-of-a kind cosmetics. This impressive content drop includes the following:

• Full Battle Pass, with access to over 100 rewards, such as functional weapons, Blueprints, Operator Skins, Vehicle Skins, and other stellar content to excite any Black Ops fan.
• Obtain 1,100 COD Points unlocked instantly.
• Get a head start with 20 Battle Pass Tier Skips with the potential to earn additional COD Points as part of your Battle Pass progression.
• Instantly unlocked BlackCell-exclusive content.
• Special BlackCell variants of Battle Pass Operator Skins, Weapon Blueprints, and more.

BLACK OPS 6: DIGITAL EDITIONS

Console Cross-Gen Bundle and PC Standard Edition

The Xbox, PlayStation, and PC platforms all have Digital Editions of Black Ops 6, and these include the full game as well as the following preorder benefits for $69.99 U.S. (Suggested Retail Price) or your regional equivalent:

• Open Beta Early Access (Preorder Benefit)
• Woods Operator Pack (Preorder Benefit)

Cross-Gen Functionality and Flexibility (Console Editions)

Xbox and PlayStation players with both previous and current generation consoles who purchase the Digital Edition of Black Ops 6 will find it is a Console Cross-Gen Bundle, offering flexibility in the way you want to play:

Pre-purchase or preorder any Cross Gen Digital Edition — or Vault Edition — for your preferred console, and you’ll have access to Black Ops 6 for the current generation (Xbox Series X|S or PlayStation 5), as well as the previous generation of console (Xbox One or PlayStation 4).

Remember to download your preferred version of the game! For players using an Xbox Series X|S or a PlayStation 5, when the game becomes available to play, make sure you download the correct (current generation) version of the game, rather than the previous generation version, as both may be available to download in the Cross-Gen Bundle.

Game Pass Subscription: For players using an Xbox Series X|S or Xbox One console, you also have the option to start a Game Pass subscription and access Black Ops 6 while you’re actively subscribed to select Game Pass plans (Game Pass Ultimate or Game Pass Console). For more information, consult the Game Pass section of this blog (below).

PC Editions

For players using a PC, here’s the plan:

• PC Editions: There are two different editions of Black Ops 6 to pre-purchase; the Full Standard Edition or the Vault Edition.
• PC Platforms: There are now three different locations where you can pre-purchase Black Ops 6: the Microsoft Store, Battle.net®, and Steam.

Game Pass Subscribers: For players using the Xbox App on their PC with access to the Microsoft Store, you also have the option to start a Game Pass subscription and access Black Ops 6 while you’re actively subscribed to select Game Pass plans (Game Pass Ultimate or Game Pass PC).

Vault Edition Upgrade (from Digital Cross-Gen Bundle on Console or Standard Edition on PC)

If you preorder or pre-purchase the Digital Cross-Gen Bundle on Console or the Standard Edition on PC of Black Ops 6, or you are subscribed to select Game Pass Plans (Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass PC, or Game Pass Console), you can upgrade to the Vault Edition if the upgrade is on the same platform where you initially purchased. For example, if you pre-purchase the Battle.net Standard Edition, you can upgrade to the Battle.net Vault Edition at any time until the upgrade offer expires. The upgrade method varies depending on your platform:

Xbox: Upgrade directly through the Call of Duty in-game store or the platform store where you purchased the Cross-Gen Digital Edition, for $30 (Suggested Retail Price) or your regional equivalent

PlayStation: Upgrade directly through the Call of Duty in-game store or the platform store where you purchased the Cross-Gen Digital Edition, for $30 (Suggested Retail Price) or your regional equivalent.

PC Microsoft Store: Upgrade directly through the Call of Duty in-game store or the platform store where you purchased the Standard Edition, for $30 (Suggested Retail Price) or your regional equivalent

Battle.net: Upgrade directly through the Call of Duty in-game store or the platform store where you purchased the Standard Edition, for $30 (Suggested Retail Price) or your regional equivalent.

Steam: Upgrade directly through the Call of Duty in-game store or the platform store where you purchased the Standard Edition, for $30 (Suggested Retail Price) or your regional equivalent.

Note that if you preorder or purchase a Physical Edition of Black Ops 6, you cannot upgrade to a Vault Edition.

BLACK OPS 6: ACCESS VIA GAME PASS SUBSCRIPTION (****)

Available on:

• Xbox Series X|S
• Xbox One
• PC (Microsoft Store)

Game Pass subscribers on Xbox and PC will be able to access Black Ops 6 at launch (October 25) if they are actively subscribed to select Game Pass plans (Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass PC, Game Pass Console). Furthermore, this includes the same preorder benefits as well!

Below are explanations of what Game Pass offers (for the uninitiated), as well as what Black Ops 6 edition each plan of Game Pass grants you access to, along with information on upgrading to the Vault Edition, which offers exceptional added value.

What is Game Pass?

Available to every Xbox and PC player with a Microsoft account, Game Pass is a monthly subscription service that allows you to play new games, as well as allowing you to enjoy hundreds of high-quality games with friends on Console and PC. With games added all the time, there’s always something new to play.

And now, active subscribers to select Game Pass plans can enjoy the same preorder benefits, and same-day game access as those who preorder the Digital Cross-Gen Bundle on Console or pre-purchase the Standard Edition on PC.

For more information on Game Pass, and to sign up for a plan, click here.

Game Pass Plans and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

There are four Game Pass plans you can subscribe to. Here are the Black Ops 6 game elements you can access:

• Game Pass Ultimate: This offers the most flexibility as it allows you to play the Black Ops 6 Campaign as well as the Multiplayer and Zombies online modes on your Xbox Series X|S or Xbox One consoles, and on PC. Game Pass Ultimate subscribers will have access to the Digital Cross-Gen Bundle on Xbox consoles and the Standard Edition on PC Microsoft Store.
• Game Pass PC: Play the Black Ops 6 Campaign as well as Multiplayer and Zombies online modes on your PC. Game Pass PC subscribers will have access to the Standard Edition on PC Microsoft Store.
• Game Pass Console: Play the Black Ops 6 Campaign only on your Xbox Series X|S or Xbox One consoles. Online console multiplayer access (sold separately) is required to play the Multiplayer and Zombies online modes on Xbox Series X|S or Xbox One consoles. Game Pass Console subscribers would need to upgrade to Game Pass Ultimate or additionally subscribe to Game Pass Core (sold separately) to access these modes. Game Pass Console subscribers will have access to the Digital Cross-Gen Bundle on Xbox consoles.
• Game Pass Core: Game Pass Core includes online console multiplayer access, which is required to play Black Ops 6 online modes (Multiplayer and Zombies) on Xbox consoles, but does not qualify you to access the full game. Also note that all of the benefits of Game Pass Core are included in the Game Pass Ultimate plan.

If you are subscribed to Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass PC, or Game Pass Console before Black Ops 6 launches on October 25, you can also gain access to the following preorder benefits:

• Woods Operator Pack (Preorder Benefit)
• Open Beta Early Access (Preorder Benefit)

To access the Woods Operator Pack, subscribers to the three Game Pass plans noted above must log into Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III or Call of Duty: Warzone on the platform where they are an active Game Pass subscriber at some point before October 25^th and continue maintaining an active Game Pass subscription to Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass PC, or Game Pass Console. Once granted, subscribers to these plans can immediately use Classic Woods in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III or Call of Duty: Warzone by accessing him in the Operator Menu and will have the ability to unlock the “Zombie Woods” and “Numbers Woods” skins.

For Open Beta Early Access, Game Pass subscribers to the three plans noted above should look out for communications in the future around Open Beta dates. Active subscribers to these plans will be able to play the Open Beta during its Early Access window (Game Pass Console subscribers may need to upgrade to Game Pass Ultimate or additionally subscribe to Game Pass Core, sold separately, to play online Open Beta content).

If you aren’t a Game Pass Subscriber, you can start a subscription to an eligible Game Pass plan (Ultimate, PC, or Console) before October 25^th and follow the instructions above to gain access to preorder benefits.

Game Pass Subscribers: Open Beta and Launch Plans:

Xbox: Game Pass Ultimate or Game Pass Console subscribers can download the Open Beta during its Early Access window, and the full game at launch, from your Xbox console. Game Pass Console subscribers will need to upgrade to Game Pass Ultimate or additionally subscribe to Game Pass Core (sold separately) to play online content.

PC: Game Pass Ultimate or Game Pass PC subscribers can download the Open Beta during its Early Access window, and the full game at launch, from the PC Microsoft Store.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Open Beta dates will be announced at a later time.

Game Pass: Vault Edition Upgrade

As a Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass PC, or Game Pass Console subscriber, you also have the option to upgrade to the Black Ops 6 Vault Edition of the game for $30 U.S. or your regional equivalent (Suggested Retail Price). The Vault Edition upgrade gives players access to all Vault Edition benefits previously detailed in this Blog:

• Hunters vs. Hunted Operator Pack
• Mastercraft Weapon Collection
• GobbleGum Pack
• Black Ops 6 Season 1 Black Cell

Game Pass Unsubscribing and Black Ops 6 Access

If you subsequently unsubscribe to Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass PC, or Game Pass Console without having purchased Black Ops 6, you will lose access to the title, but you can regain access by purchasing Black Ops 6 outright or resubscribing to Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass PC, or Game Pass Console.

BLACK OPS 6: PHYSICAL CONSOLE EDITIONS

Available Editions:

• Cross-Gen Bundle (Xbox Series X, Xbox One, PlayStation 4)
• PlayStation 5 (Physical Edition)

If you’d like to preorder a physical disc version of Black Ops 6, you can do so now at your preferred gaming retailer. The following versions are available:

• Xbox Series X and Xbox One: Physical Cross-Gen Bundle (includes Xbox Series X and Xbox One versions).
• PlayStation 4: Physical Cross-Gen Bundle (includes PlayStation 5 next-generation version).
• PlayStation 5: Physical Edition (does not include PlayStation 4 version of Black Ops 6).

There are no Physical Editions available for the PC platform.

CARRY FORWARD CONTENT & BLACK OPS 6

We want to make sure that everybody starts fresh, together, as we move into an all-new experience with the launch of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.

Allowing everyone to experience the Black Ops universe the way it’s meant to be played, learning the era-specific weapons and gear, learning the gameplay innovations like Omnimovement, and keeping that signature Black Ops style is important.

Therefore, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II and Modern Warfare III content will not carry forward to the Black Ops 6 Premium experience.

The one exception is the Black Ops 6 Vault Edition Woods Operator Pack preorder benefit. It is currently available in Modern Warfare III and will carry forward into Black Ops 6.

Carry Forward content for players of Call of Duty: Warzone will continue, with Modern Warfare II, Modern Warfare III, and Black Ops 6 content being integrated with the arrival of Season 1.

ADDITIONAL INTEL: PREORDERS AVAILABLE NOW! ADDITIONAL BENEFITS INCOMING!

Ensure you stay one step ahead with the latest official Black Ops 6 information by checking the Call of Duty Blog in the coming days and weeks, as we dive deeper into the incredible Campaign, Multiplayer, and Round-Based Zombies content, along with Open Beta and other important Comms you won’t want to miss.

Preorders are available now at participating retailers, in-game, via participating platform Stores, or accessed via CallofDuty.com.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is published by Activision. Development for the game is led by Treyarch, in partnership with Raven Software. Additional development support provided (in alphabetical order) by Activision Central Design, Activision Central Technology, Activision QA, Activision Shanghai, Beenox, Demonware, High Moon Studios, Infinity Ward, and Sledgehammer Games.

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