Everything We Know About Black Ops 7 Zombies

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is officially bringing back its fan-favorite Zombies mode, continuing the Dark Aether saga and setting the stage for the next era of undead survival.

The reveal came during the Xbox Games Showcase, where Activision ended the show with the first trailer for Black Ops 7, confirming that Zombies will once again play a central role in the 2025 release. After Black Ops 6 revived classic round-based gameplay with maps like Liberty Falls and Citadelle des Morts, fans are eager to see how Treyarch will push things forward.

📅 Release Date

• November 14, 2025 — Black Ops 7 launches worldwide.
• Zombies mode will be available on day one.

🎬 Round-Based Zombies Returns

Treyarch has confirmed that Black Ops 7 Zombies will once again use the classic round-based format 🌀. Players will survive endless waves of undead across an intricately designed map, making use of familiar mechanics such as:

• Mystery Box 🎁
• Pack-a-Punch machines
• GobbleGums

The story picks up directly after BO6, taking players deeper into the heart of the Dark Aether.

🗺️ Leaked Maps

According to leaker TheGhostOfHope, two legendary maps from Black Ops 2 are returning as remasters:

• TranZit 🚌The largest Zombies map of its time (2012).
• Featured multiple connected areas: Bus Depot, Diner, Town.
• Iconic bus system for fast travel.
• Introduced buildables like turrets and traps.
• Mob of the Dead Set on Alcatraz Island with zones like the Cell Block and Warden’s Office.
• Originally launched as a DLC in BO2, later remade as Blood of the Dead in Black Ops 4.

👉 Reports suggest these will be straight-up remasters, keeping the original layouts while adding modern polish.

👥 The Zombies 7 Crew

Treyarch confirmed a stacked lineup of returning characters, mixing fan favorites with newer faces:

• Grigori Weaver – CIA operative turned hardened leader.
• Dr. Elizabeth Grey – Aetherium expert questioning her faith in science.
• Major “Mac” Carver – Protector determined to keep humanity safe.
• Maya Aguinaldo – Street-smart smuggler with grit and instincts.
• Tank Dempsey – Battle-hardened Marine with razor-sharp wit.
• Takeo Masaki – Disgraced ronin chasing redemption.
• Nikolai Belinski – Scarred tank commander hiding pain with humor.
• Dr. Edward Richtofen – Brilliant yet dangerous schemer with reality-bending ambitions.

What’s Next

Activision has promised more details this summer, likely showcasing gameplay, Easter eggs, and the first full map reveal. Until then, fans can revisit Black Ops 6’s Shattered Veil Easter egg or experiment with its top-tier weapons while waiting for November.