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Metro
28-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
80% of Call Of Duty players more excited for Battlefield 6 than Black Ops 7
An overwhelming majority of Call Of Duty players have voiced their enthusiasm for Battlefield 6 over Black Ops 7, but will it translate to actual success? Battlefield may have never matched the juggernaut sales of Activision's Call Of Duty, but there was a time when both games were seen as very close rivals. However, things have taken a sour turn for EA's shooter over the last decade or so, with 2021's Battlefield 2042, and its predecessor Battlefield 5, both failing to live up to sales expectations. Nevertheless, EA seems determined to make Battlefield 6 a success, with four studios – DICE, Motive, Criterion, and Ripple Effect – all working under the 'Battlefield Studios' umbrella to put the franchise back on the map. Whether the gamble of investing all those resources will pay off remains to be seen, but based on a poll, it seems EA has already won over hardcore Call Of Duty players, in part thanks to all the leaked videos. A poll conducted by prominent Call Of Duty fan account ModernWarzone asked its 922,000 followers whether they were more excited for Battlefield 6 or the next Call Of Duty title Black Ops 7, and the results were pretty surprising. After 31,417 votes, Battlefield 6 won the poll with 80.5% of the vote, leaving Black Ops 7 with only 19.5%. It's an overwhelming landslide, especially considering it's through a Call Of Duty fan account. Sign up to the GameCentral newsletter for a unique take on the week in gaming, alongside the latest reviews and more. Delivered to your inbox every Saturday morning. WOW – 80% of voters said that they were more excited for Battlefield 6 than Black Ops 7. 🤯That is a massive LANDSLIDE victory for BF6, especially considering the majority of my audience are COD fans or follow me for 20% are more exited for Size: 31,417 — ModernWarzone (@ModernWarzone) July 25, 2025 So why is Black Ops 7 failing to win over diehard Call Of Duty fans at the moment? For starters, we barely know anything about it (a full reveal is set for Gamescom in August), but considering it's the second Black Ops game in a row, there's a sense we already know exactly what to expect. 'It's essentially Black Ops 6, but with a new number,' one fan wrote. 'AKA same s*** different day.' There's a sense Battlefield 6 could tap into those looking for a purist approach to strategic warfare too, at a time when Call Of Duty is often unfavourably compared to Fortnite, for all its zany Seth Rogen skins and increasingly gross microtransactions. '[Battlefield 6] at least has the chance to be something new and fresh,' another X user added in response. It seems enthusiasm for Battlefield 6 goes beyond this poll too. According to a LinkedIn post from Alinea Analytics CEO Rickard Linder, Battlefield 6 racked up nearly 500,000 wishlists over the weekend on Steam, following the game's debut trailer. The trailer itself has hit over 7.6 million views and while it is much smaller than the 40 million views for the Black Ops 7 teaser, it's certainly a sizeable amount. More Trending The big question is whether, with this positive momentum, Battlefield 6 will be able to stick the landing. The last entry, Battlefield 2042, was lambasted by fans over its bugs and lack of modes at launch, from which it never recovered. If leaks are to be believed, Battlefield 6 is set to launch on October 10, ahead of Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7. The latter is rumoured to be launching in November, so EA's shooter may have a whole month to gain some early traction. Of course, it's very unlikely Battlefield 6 will come close to the sales of Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 – the series has been consistently successful for way too long to be suddenly overtaken. But if Battlefield 6 can just be successful enough, the momentum may be on its side. Beyond the single-player and multiplayer, which is set to be showcased this week, Battlefield 6 is also rumoured to be getting a battle royale mode akin to Call Of Duty Warzone, which might be launching next year based on a new leak. Email gamecentral@ leave a comment below, follow us on Twitter. To submit Inbox letters and Reader's Features more easily, without the need to send an email, just use our Submit Stuff page here. For more stories like this, check our Gaming page. MORE: Tales Of The Shire: A The Lord Of The Rings Game review – Animal Crossing with hobbits MORE: Nintendo's next big Switch 2 game is just £50 right now – but only for today MORE: Wolfenstein 3 hopes reignited as live action TV show is announced
Daily Mirror
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Black Ops 7 leak hints omni-directional movement is about to level up again
A new Call of Duty Black Ops 7 leak has seemingly revealed that wingsuits are set to make a return in the hugely anticipated shooter, in a new 20v20 mode called Skirmish. Black Ops 7 is eagerly awaited, but a recent leak suggests some significant new additions to the series' multi-directional movement arsenal. The unveiling of Black Ops 7 during this year's Summer showcase period was unexpected, not because we weren't anticipating a new Call of Duty game, but due to the trailer being exceptionally well-crafted, hinting at a mind-boggling adventure unlike anything we've seen in the franchise before. It was quite startling, but it successfully stirred up excitement for the next chapter of the thought-provoking series. However, it appears there's more out there than Activision might prefer. With the expectation of a delayed Season 4 Reloaded leaving players without the information they crave, they're eager for any minor detail they can get their hands on – and this could have caused a lot of problems for Activision, as sharp-eyed players have noticed a mistake that the series has made. It seems Call of Duty has inadvertently leaked a major aspect of its gameplay. New images from Black Ops 7 have emerged, showcasing mechanical armed dogs and highly advanced soldier suits, but what players are most intrigued by is a new mode called Skirmish, which boasts an incredibly unique set of rules. Time to take flight CharlieIntel and ModernWarzone have dropped a bombshell with reports of an accidental leak caused by a blunder on the Xbox app, which inadvertently broadcast confidential details about Black Ops 7 to all app users. According to the leaked message, players can look forward to Skirmish, an all-new 20v20 mode on a sizeable map, where the goal is to "Use your wingsuit to flank and reach objectives before your enemy. The first team to reach the score limit wins!". Beyond that, another gameplay mode dubbed Overload focuses on battling for control over an EMP device, yet it's the comeback of wingsuits that's snagging headlines. Wingsuits haven't swooped into the Call of Duty battlegrounds since Blackout in Black Ops 4, and considering the significant emphasis placed on a groundbreaking omni-directional movement system in Black Ops 6, wingsuits portend a revolution in free-moving combat strategy. The reveal throws up tantalising teasers as to what we might anticipate from Black Ops 7, particularly how it will evolve gameplay-wise. Past iterations, such as the incremental tweaks seen between Modern Warfare 2 and 3, make this news all the more thrilling – it hints at possibly bigger leaps in evolution. We'll need patience before any more reveals are offered, but for those keen on taking to the skies, this leak is remarkably promising.
Time of India
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
All ranked restrictions in Verdansk in Call of Duty Warzone Season 3 Reloaded update
Image via Activision Verdansk is back — but not without some tight rules. If you're planning to dive into Warzone Season 3 Reloaded Ranked Play, you'll want to know exactly what's banned before you queue up. Activision has rolled out a fresh set of restrictions that aim to level the playing field — and yes, a bunch of fan-favorite tools didn't make the cut. — ModernWarzone (@ModernWarzone) Weapon Restrictions: Say Goodbye to MW Arsenal First things first — all Modern Warfare weapons are off the table. That's right. Whether you had a perfect loadout or not, it's time to rethink your strategy. Also restricted: by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Scarlett Johansson, 40, Shows Off Her Real Size In A New Vacation Photos 33 Bridges Undo Blade Launcher Goblin Mk2 7.62 Mini-Rocket Conversion Why? Probably to cut down on exploit-heavy builds and keep the gunplay tight and balanced. Attachment Restrictions: Mods that Made Things Messy Some powerful mods didn't survive the patch either. The devs are clearly dialing back overpowered setups, and the following got the boot: All Thermal Optics Drill Charge, High Explosive, and Standard Launchers CHF Barrel Rapid Fire Mod Dragon's Breath Mod If you were hoping to blind enemies, burn them, or spam explosives, you can't do that in Ranked. Gameplay Mechanics: What You Can't Do Anymore Beyond weapons and attachments, several mechanics have been turned off completely to keep Ranked Play skill-focused. Here's what's gone: One-shot headshots (yes, even snipers) Birdseye, Specialist, and Bandolier perks Ammo Satchel Big Game Bounty contract Train Recon contract High Value Loot Zones Also, no Cargo Trucks (Big Bertha) — which means less vehicle cheese and more gunfights. Comms & Interactions: Silence is Golden Ranked Play just got quieter — intentionally. To reduce unfair callouts and troll behavior: Proximity Chat – Disabled Text Chat – Disabled Live Pings – Disabled Emotes – Disabled Oh, and no throwing rocks in the Gulag. Guess we'll have to just… wait. Why the Restrictions? These changes are meant to keep things competitive. Ranked Play is about skill — not broken loadouts, surprise one-shots, or wild utility stacking. By trimming the excess, the devs are trying to recreate that pure, sweaty BR experience we love to hate (and grind) Final Thoughts Verdansk may feel nostalgic, but Ranked Play isn't here to let you coast. These restrictions tighten up the experience, so make sure your loadouts are compliant, your plays are sharp, and your team is ready. Drop in smart — or get dropped out fast.
