Marks the explosive arrival of Season 05 for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Call of Duty: Warzone, bringing with it a massive content drop across all game modes.
Players can expect four new Multiplayer maps, a dramatic conclusion to the Zombies storyline, new limited-time Warzone modes, a powerful Combat Bow Scorestreak, and a stacked Battle Pass featuring fan-favourite Operators and cosmetics.
Here’s a breakdown of everything coming your way in Season 05.
Black Ops 6 Multiplayer Highlights
Season 05 kicks off with three new maps and a fourth coming mid-season:
- Runway
- Exchange
- World Motor Dynasty (W.M.D.)
- Jackpot (mid-season)
New and returning game modes include:
- Aim High – A headshot-only mode
- Snipers Only
- Cranked Moshpit
- Cranked Demolition (mid-season)
- Blueprint Gunfight (mid-season)
New Scorestreak: The Combat Bow, with explosive-tipped arrows, debuts mid-season.
Ranked Play: A new season of Multiplayer Ranked Play arrives with seasonal Rank Camos to show off your skill progression.
Zombies Mode: The Reckoning Begins
Black Ops 6’s Zombies storyline reaches its climactic finale as players face an Appalachian apocalypse during the assault on Janus Towers. The war between Richtofen and S.A.M. comes to a boiling point.
New content includes:
- Gorgofex Wonder Weapon: A biological hybrid of mycelium and insect properties that deals massive damage and anti-gravity effects.
- Grief Arenas: Team-based squad battles debut in The Reckoning.
- Directed Mode: A mid-season, objective-driven PvE experience.
- Team Cranked: Back mid-season, tying teammates to a shared countdown timer.
New Field Upgrade: Mister Peeks, offering chaotic and hilarious zombie takedowns.
Warzone: Return to Verdansk
Warzone fans rejoice as Verdansk Stadium plays host to new secrets and explosive missions:
New Contracts:
- Raze the Roof: A multi-step mission to uncover hidden tech inside the stadium.
- Satellite Highjack Contract: Teases major Warzone story developments.
Limited-Time Modes:
- Stadium Resurgence: Fast-paced skirmishes and squad buybacks.
- Deadline: Climb the scoreboard or face elimination.
Warzone Ranked Play: Compete in both Battle Royale and Resurgence with brand-new seasonal rewards.
Across All Modes: Weapons, Events, and Rewards
Season 05 introduces four new weapons:
- ABR A1 Assault Rifle
- PML 5.56 LMG
- Boxing Gloves (Melee weapon)
- Gravemark .357 Revolver (mid-season)
Unlockables:
- 9mm PM Skull Splitter – Attachment unlocked at launch.
- Helical SMG Magazine – Mid-season bonus.
New Events: Participate in themed in-game events to unlock exclusive rewards, cosmetics, and seasonal content tied to the new Scorestreaks and weapons.
Season 05 Battle Pass & BlackCell Content
Leading the Season 05 Battle Pass is Lawrence Sims, the tactical mastermind from the Black Ops 6 Campaign. The pass includes:
- New Weapon Blueprints
- Operator Skins
- Finishing Moves
- Emotes & Calling Cards
- Two Free Base Weapons
- Free 9mm PM Skull Splitter Attachment
BlackCell Premium Tier introduces Solace, a righteous Operator who brings order to chaos. She’s joined by iconic new skins:
- The Replacer Commander Battleman
- The Fisherman from I Know What You Did Last Summer
The official Season 05 trailer is out now, giving players a sneak peek at all the action, drama, and chaos coming their way.
Whether you’re hunting down targets in Verdansk, crushing enemies in Aim High, or facing the undead in Janus Towers, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 05 delivers high-octane action across the board.
Mark your calendar: Season 05 launches August 8, 2025, exclusively on all Call of Duty platforms.
Prepare your squad. Equip your loadouts. And step into the fiercest battles of the year. For all the Season 05 intel, head to the Call of Duty blog.
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