Call of Duty: Black Ops 6: General Content (MP, ZM, WZ)
Call of Duty: General Content Summary (All Modes and Games) | [/tr]
| Return to Verdansk: Deploy to the big map that started it all as Verdansk returns to Call of Duty: Warzone. Consult the associated Blogs for more details. | [/tr]
| Weapons Detail: Earn six new weapons throughout Season 03, including four available at launch and revealed here: the Kilo 141 and CR-56 AMAX Assault Rifles, the HDR Sniper Rifle, and the Kali Sticks Melee Weapon. Customize your weapons with the Monolithic Suppressor other attachments. Plus, unlock the Nail Gun and the new Ladra SMG later in the season. | [/tr]
| Battle Pass and BlackCell: The Season 03 Battle Pass brings new Weapon Blueprints, Operator Skins, Calling Cards, Finishing Moves, Emotes, and more in a mix of free and premium tiers. Free tiers include two new base weapons and two attachments, including the Monolithic Suppressor. | [/tr]
| Season 03 Operators: R0-Z3, Hudson & Mace answer the call to Verdansk as headliners for BlackCell and the Battle Pass, respectively. Plus, Jay and Silent Bob — as well as Bluntman and Chronic — deploy to the Store along with other Bundles you don’t want to miss. | [/tr]
| Free Trial, AMD Graphics Card Update: Play Black Ops 6 for free on April 2! And for PC players using the AMD Radeon RX 9070/9070XT, prepare for enhanced visuals and improved performance with the FSR 4 update. | [/tr]
Return to Verdansk
The Battle Royale Map that started it all is back! Get all the details about Call of Duty®: Warzone’s™ original Big Map, including a recon of this massive Big Map, the features, original gameplay modes, the new coastal POIs, plus details on the huge launch Event with 20 free rewards by the following blogs:
Read This Now: Return to Verdansk Call of Duty: Warzone Content
Read This Now: Tour of Verdansk
Read This Now: Verdansk Tac-Atlas
Equip your Kilo 141, CR-56 AMAX and HDR, and drop in on April 3 at 9AM, one day after the launch of Black Ops 6 Season 03 on April 2! Check further down the blog on the launch schedule.
Weapons Detail
Primary Weapon: Kilo 141 (Launch)
Assault Rifle, Call of Duty: Warzone Login Reward
Levels: 42
MAGS: 3
MAG SIZE: 30
Mastery Badges: Yes
Attachments: Optic, Muzzle, Barrel, Underbarrel, Magazine, Rear Grip, Stock, Laser, Fire Mods
Customize Options: Skins, Camos and Reticle Unlocks (MP, ZM, WZ), Accessories (1), Decals (1), Stickers (3).
Fully automatic assault rifle with an ergonomic design that improves handling, and a steady fire rate helps stay on target.
The Kilo 141 is back and ready to tear it up across Multiplayer and Call of Duty: Warzone. The weapon’s smooth handling, manageable recoil, and steady fire rate give it room to shine in a variety of combat situations, leaving no doubt as to why the Kilo 141 was a favorite in Verdansk. Now that the location is back, it’s time to relive the glory days with this hard-hitting Primary Weapon.
Players will automatically unlock the Kilo 141 for use in Black Ops 6 and Call of Duty: Warzone after logging in to Call of Duty: Warzone at the launch of Season 03.
Primary Weapon: CR-56 AMAX (Launch)
Assault Rifle, Battle Pass Page 6 HVT Tier Reward, Completion Page Battle Pass Blueprint
Levels: 42
MAGS: 3
MAG SIZE: 30
Mastery Badges: Yes
Attachments: Optic, Muzzle, Barrel, Underbarrel, Magazine, Rear Grip, Stock, Laser, Fire Mods
Customize Options: Skins, Camo and Reticle Unlocks (MP, ZM, WZ), Accessories (1), Decals (1), Stickers (3).
This lightweight 7.62 x 39mm full-auto assault rifle is compact and powerful. Built exclusively for military use, the standard issue rifle is deadly at mid-range combat and easily configured for a variety of assault tactics.
Combining high-damage hits with a fast fire rate and good handling, the CR-56 AMAX is the perfect mid-range weapon for downing targets fast. Eliminate enemies in three to four shots up to 25 meters out, leaving plenty left over to chew through equipped armor. Quick reloads get you back into the action fast, a helpful trait no matter how you choose to customize the weapon via Gunsmith.
Primary Weapon: HDR (Launch)
Sniper Rifle, Battle Pass Page 3 HVT Tier Reward, Page 11 Battle Pass Blueprint
Levels: 38
MAGS: 3
MAG SIZE: 5
Mastery Badges: Yes
Attachments: Optic, Muzzle, Barrel, Underbarrel, Magazine, Rear Grip, Stock, Laser, Fire Mods
Customize Options: Skins, Camo and Reticle Unlocks (MP, ZM, WZ), Accessories (1), Decals (1), Stickers (3).
Anti-material bolt action sniper rifle chambered in 12.7 x 108mm ammunition. Bullets have a lower muzzle velocity but remain devastating even at very long ranges.
Veterans of Verdansk know the power of the HDR and the havoc a sniper can inflict with it when stationed in high vantage points like the infamous Airport Control Tower. The weapon’s long reach and heavy damage make it a favorite of sharpshooters, its distinctive firing sound sending squads running. Add the Reinforced Barrel attachment to further extend your damage range and bullet velocity, and don’t forget to hold your breath for difficult shots.
Melee Weapon: Kali Sticks (Launch)
Melee, Event Reward
Levels: 30
Mastery Badges: Yes
Attachments: None
Customize Options: Camos (MP, ZM, WZ).
Two-hit kill. Extremely fast attack speed. Short range.
The infamous Kali Sticks return, dealing out damage with rapid swings that’ll take down your target in a flash. Smack them with fast follow-up hits using the weapon’s light attack or take them out in a more dramatic fashion by unleashing the heavy attack. Use Kali Sticks in Multiplayer with the new Close Shave Perk to deploy a quick whack against enemies without having to manually swap to your Dedicated Melee slot first.
Primary Weapon: Ladra (Mid-Season)
Submachine Gun, Event Reward
Levels: 37
MAGS: 4
MAG SIZE: 38
Mastery Badges: Yes
Attachments: Optic, Muzzle, Barrel, Underbarrel, Magazine, Rear Grip, Stock, Laser, Fire Mods
Customize Options: Skins, Camo and Reticle Unlocks (MP, ZM, WZ), Accessories (1), Decals (1), Stickers (3).
Full-auto submachine gun. Extreme rate of fire, excellent range, and low recoil. Headshots can help offset lower base damage.
What this SMG lacks in power it more than makes up for with a blistering fire rate that’s effective even in mid-range fights due to the weapon’s low recoil. Consider an Extended Mag to cut down on reloads and aim for the head to improve your damage output. Pairs well with Scavenger and the Assault Pack, giving you the ammo reserves you need to keep up the pressure and continue spitting out damage.
Special Weapon: Nail Gun (In-Season)
Special, Event Reward
Levels: 30
MAGS: 4
MAG SIZE: 15
Mastery Badges: Yes
Attachments: None
Customize Options: Camos (MP, ZM, WZ).
Full-auto Nail Gun. High damage at close range with fast handling speeds and very low muzzle velocity.
Stick it to them with this handy tool configured with a magazine of 15 nails that fires at full auto. The damage drops off quickly after 25 meters and performs best up close. The Nail Gun’s low muzzle velocity can make it difficult to land shots against fast moving targets, so get them in your sights and unload before they know what hit them. This armament is a reward earned during the Black Ops Tribute Event.
New: Weapon Attachments
Monolithic Suppressor (Launch)
Assault Rifles (except AS VAL), SMGs, Shotguns, LMGs, Marksman Rifles, Sniper Rifles, Pistols, Battle Pass Page 7 Reward
Monolithic Core provides superior sound suppression and increased range. Moderate weight increase affects agility. The ideal attachment for extending your damage range on big maps like Verdansk while retaining the concealment provided by a suppressor.
SWAT 5.56 Grau Conversion (Launch)
SWAT 5.56 Marksman Rifle, Battle Pass Page 5 Reward
Convert the SWAT 5.56 into a fully automatic weapon with lower damage and range but improved accuracy, mobility, and handling. Equips a new default Barrel and Magazine and unlocks an exclusive 50-round extended Magazine. Blocks Barrel attachments.
C9 10mm Auto 30-Round Mags (In-Season)
C9 SMG, Event Reward
Conversion kit to use higher caliber 10mm Auto ammunition for increased stopping power. Though the conversion results in some increased recoil and a slightly lower fire rate, the extra damage, range, and velocity make this attachment a worthy consideration when approaching enemies on bigger maps.
Goblin Mk2 7.62 Mini-Rocket Conversion (Mid-Season)
Goblin Mk2 Assault Rifle, Event Reward
Converts the Goblin Mk2 into a fully automatic weapon with explosive rocket ammunition. Splash damage capabilities come at the expense of bullet velocity and rate of fire. Equips a new default barrel and magazine. Blocks Barrel, Muzzle, and Magazine Attachments.
New Features (MP, ZM, WZ)
Base Blueprint Swap (Launch)
You’re now able to customize any Black Ops 6 base weapon or Weapon Blueprint with a skin you’ve unlocked or purchased, across Multiplayer, Zombies, and Call of Duty: Warzone.
- For Base Weapons, you can only change the skin of the Base Weapon, not any Attachments.[/*]
- For Blueprints, you can customize the skins with other existing Attachments.[/*]
Camo Hub (Launch Window, MP/ZM)
This new user-interface section is planned to be added shortly after launch, available in the Barracks > Challenges Menu. This allows you to view the challenges you need to complete to unlock Weapon Camos in a single location, with weapons sorted by furthest camo unlocked. Simply visit the Camo Hub to start planning out the next steps on your journey to Dark Matter and Nebula.
Season 03 Events
Season 03 delivers an assortment of scheduled Events across Multiplayer, Zombies, and Call of Duty: Warzone. Earn rewards such as a new Primary Weapon, Melee Weapon, Launcher, new special attachments, and more.
Event: Return to Verdansk (WZ only)
Activation Dates: April 3 to 15
Free Event. Total Rewards: 20, including Instant unlocks for new and veteran players and the Kali Sticks Melee Weapon
Open Verdansk Safes across several unique locations to earn rewards. Players also have the chance to earn the “Trail Blazer” Operator Skin for Caine, if you can find the right safe to open before someone else gets there first.
As part of this event and to celebrate the return of Verdansk, all players who log in to Call of Duty: Warzone following the Season 03 launch will unlock the Kilo 141 plus two Operators exclusively for use in Call of Duty: Warzone. Players whose Activision ID matches those who deployed to the original Verdansk map will also receive three additional items when logging in after the update: the “Blue Legacy” Contrails, “Coming Home” Parachute, and “Like We Never Left” Gun Screen.
For all the details on this Event, check out the Return to Verdansk Blog.
Event: Black Ops Tribute (MP, ZM, WZ)
Activation Dates: April 17 to May 1
Total Rewards: 17, including the Death Machine Scorestreak, Nail Gun Special Weapon, Close Shave Perk, and Thermite Lethal
Don’t miss out on this legendary tribute to Black Ops in an event stuffed with rewards that honor the history of the series.
Earn XP in any mode to progress the Event and earn Black Ops themed rewards. Black Ops 6 owners will receive additional rewards only available to use in Black Ops 6.
Earn cosmetic content and functional equipment, including the Nail Gun (Special Weapon), C9 10mm Auto 30-Round Mags (Attachment), Thermite (Lethal in Call of Duty: Warzone), Death Machine (Scorestreak in MP/Support in Zombies), Close Shave (MP Perk), an Emote, GobbleGums, and the fan-requested Operator, “John Black Ops”.
More in the Mid-Season: Look for more events and rewards throughout Season 03, including the Blaze of Glory Event and the Call of Duty Endowment Got Your Six Event. Expect more event coverage in the Season 03 Reloaded announcement.
Season 03 Battle Pass and BlackCell
Hudson and Mace Lead the Charge in the Season 03 Battle Pass
Memories are a powerful tool, and even the departed can change the course of history. The road back to Verdansk involves unlocking some core memories, as well as some unforgettable weaponry and new Operators. A flashback to agent Jason Hudson, bringing echoes of his frontline savvy, Hudson is unlockable by progressing within the Battle Pass. Joining him is Mace, the metal-faced mercenary, who will bring the war anywhere, anytime, for anyone, unlocked instantly upon Battle Pass purchase.
Purchase the Season 03 Battle Pass for 1,100 COD Points or the Season 03 Battle Pass Bundle for 2,400 COD Points to immediately unlock the Instant Rewards Page of the Battle Pass, including the following items:
- The new Mace Operator and “Mace BlackCell” Mace Skin for those who purchase BlackCell[/*]
- 10% Battle Pass XP Boost[/*]
- The “Day Ones” Legendary Weapon Sticker[/*]
- The “Package Received” Finishing Move[/*]
The “Marbled” Legendary Blueprint for the Saug SMG
The Season 03 Battle Pass includes over 110 pieces of unlockable content (excluding BlackCell) including free, earnable armaments; two new Base Weapons, the Monolithic Suppressor Attachment, and more. Check out the BlackCell, Battle Pass and Store Bundles blog prior to Season 03 launch for a closer look at what’s coming.
BlackCell Offerings
The new BlackCell Operator R0-Z3 arrives in an animated mantle and her signature mask along with her faithful hound, leading an awesome array of Season 03 BlackCell content. She is joined by a roster of teched out Operator Skins, sleek Weapon Blueprints, and sci-fi themed unlocks earned exclusively through BlackCell.
BlackCell owners can access the Season 03 Battle Pass via the exclusive BlackCell Page, instantly unlocking the following items:
- BlackCell Daily Challenges (MP, ZM, WZ, see below)[/*]
- 10% XP Boost[/*]
- 1,100 COD Points[/*]
- The “Martial Arts” Emote[/*]
- The “Energy Siphon” Mastercraft Blueprint for the XM4 Assault Rifle[/*]
- The “Goodest Boy” Companion Finishing Move[/*]
- The “BlackCell” Clan Tag (showcased in Lobbies and Winner’s Circles)[/*]
- The “R0-Z3” BlackCell Operator[/*]
BlackCell owners get access to page after page of additional exclusive rewards within the Season 03 Battle Pass, including:
- Ten BlackCell-exclusive skins for Mace (two skins), Hudson (two skins), Woods, Maya, Park, Marshall, Stone, and Toro.[/*]
- Six BlackCell-exclusive Weapon Blueprints for the Feng 82 (LMG), GPMG-7 (LMG), Tanto .22 (SMG), ASG-89 (Shotgun), HDR (Sniper Rifle), and the CR-56 AMAX (Assault Rifle).[/*]
- Over 130 item rewards (Battle Pass and BlackCell related) for those who fully complete the Season 03 BlackCell Battle Pass.[/*]
As usual, players who upgrade to BlackCell after purchasing the Battle Pass will also receive 1,100 COD Points back.
BlackCell Stackable XP Boost: Players who purchased BlackCell in a previous Black Ops 6 season and go on to purchase Season 03 BlackCell will earn a permanent 10% Player and Weapon XP Loyalty Bonus, now up to 20% for players who purchased Season 01 and Season 02 BlackCell.
NEW! Extra Daily Challenges: Players with BlackCell will also receive an additional Daily Challenge throughout Season 03 for Multiplayer, Zombies, and Call of Duty: Warzone, giving even more chances to rake in the XP during your play sessions!
Operators
Season 03 and the return of Verdansk brings out six new Operators with plentiful combat experience in the area: The main three Operators include R0-Z3, who leads the BlackCell roster while Mace and Hudson headline the Battle Pass alongside a variety of other Operator Skins for both factions.
R0-Z3 (BlackCell, Crimson One, Launch)
“R0-Z3” Skin: BlackCell Instant Reward Page
R0-Z3 returns to claim her status as a top BlackCell operative working in Verdansk. You know the drill. No witnesses.
Hudson (Battle Pass, Rogue Black Ops, Launch)
“Hudson” and “Hudson BlackCell” Operator Skins: Battle Pass HVT, Page 2.
“Icebreaker” and “Icebreaker BlackCell” Operator Skins: Battle Pass HVT, Page 14.
Special Agent Jason Hudson, CIA operative, handler to Alex Mason, and KIA during Operation False Profit.
Mace (Battle Pass, Crimson One, Launch)
“Mace” and “Mace BlackCell” Operator Skins: Battle Pass Instant Reward Page
“Apocalypse King” and “Apocalypse King BlackCell” Operator Skins: Battle Pass Instant Reward Page, Battle Pass Page 12
The Special Forces Army Ranger turned PMC returns, ready to inflict serious damage on anyone who thinks they can best him in Verdansk.
John Black Ops (Event Reward for Black Ops 6 owners, In-Season)
“[REDACTED]” Operator Skin: Black Ops Tribute Event Reward
A mysterious Operator clad in a gray jump suit, sporting tactical goggles and helmet. Anonymous. Unassuming. Deadly.
Jay and Silent Bob (Bundles, Rogue Black Ops, In-Season)
Store Bundles
The iconic duo returns to loiter in front of the (Super) Store and cause trouble for passing Operators. Deploy in their classic look or as their comic book alter egos Bluntman and Chronic, arriving just in time to celebrate their favorite April holiday.
New Store Offerings
Check out some of the Bundles coming to the Store in Season 03. Look for more intel in the Season 03 BlackCell, Battle Pass, and Bundles blog arriving before launch.
Tracer Pack: Jay and Silent Bob
Bring some mischief to your matches with the “Jay” and “Silent Bob” Operator Skins, deploying with the “Doobie Wreck” LW3A1 Frostline Sniper Rifle and the “Golden Calf” Kompakt 92 SMG, both featuring Blue and Yellow Tracers and Smoke Death FX. For closer encounters, show them who owns the block with the “Gimme a Light” Finishing Move.
Celebrate the high life and take back what’s yours with the “Poppin’ Off” Emote, “Mooby’s” Weapon Charm, animated “In Sync” Calling Card, “Mooby Joint” Large Decal, and the animated “Snoochie Boochie” Emblem. There’s a new duo in town; they’ve been to Hollywood and now these two guys from Jersey are ready for the limelight of Call of Duty.
Tracer Pack: Bluntman and Chronic
The blunt-tastic heroes unite as their comic book alter egos. Deploy as “Bluntman” or “Chronic” with the choice of three doobie-themed Weapon Blueprints for their enjoyment: the “Bluntman Stuntman” Krig C Assault Rifle and “Chronic Unapologetic” Jackal PDW SMG with Pink and Purple Tracers and Joint Leaf Death FX, and the “Bong Staff” Bo Staff with Joint Leaf Death FX.
Straight from the Bluntcave’s arsenal, beat competition with the “Smoke You Out” Finishing Move and show your love for the chronic with the “Did that Happen?” Emote, animated “Joint Power” Calling Card, animated “Blunts Out, Suit Up” Emblem, and the “Doobage Duo” Spray.
Tracer Pack: Digital Dreamin’ Reactive Mastercraft Ultra Skin
Hone your gaming skills with top-of-the-line equipment headlined by the Ultra Mastercraft “Game Over” Assault Rifle for the new CR-56 AMAX, featuring Starstruck Tracers and VR Knockout Death FX along with the Monolithic Suppressor and a new inspect animation that morphs the weapon into a game console. Wield it as the “Pixel” Operator Skin equipped with a Reactive headset and augmented reality tattoos and the gamified “K.O.” Finishing Move.
Engage distant targets with the “Pixel Precise!” SVD Sniper Rifle, also featuring Starstruck Tracers and VR Knockout Death FX. Show them they’re not on your level with the “Eezee” Weapon Charm, animated “Monkey Business” Emblem, animated “It’s Over” Calling Card, “Not on My Level” Spray, “XD” Emote, and “Logging In” Loading Screen.
Other Incoming Bundles
Stay on the lookout for plenty of other exciting content arriving in the Season 03 Store, including the “Radwaste Reactive” Bundle (shown), the “Spectral Wolf Mastercraft” Bundle, the “Fanatic Rivalry” Bundle (shown) with two Operator Skins, the “Shattered Veil Reactive” Bundle, the “Arcade Whiz” Bundle (shown), and the “Call of Duty Endowment (C.O.D.E.) United Force: Tracer Pack.” Get a closer look at the season’s upcoming Bundles and more in the Season 03 BlackCell, Battle Pass, and Store Bundle blog.
Prepare for Season 03 Now! Black Ops 6 Special Access, Verdansk Launch Sequence
Season 03 and the Return of Verdansk: April 2 9AM PT to April 3 9AM PT
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Season 03 launch is planned to roll out across two separate days:
Wednesday April 2, 9AM PT: Black Ops 6 Multiplayer, Zombies, and general content launches.
Thursday April 3, 9AM PT: Call of Duty: Warzone content launches.
Call of Duty: Warzone: Verdansk Launch Sequence
Be sure you preload both Black Ops 6 and Call of Duty: Warzone content files hours ahead of launch, as there’s plenty of content for all players to enjoy, throughout this 24-hour period! Here’s a timeline of what to expect:
Wednesday April 2, 9:00AM PT
- Black Ops 6 Multiplayer, Zombies, and general content becomes accessible to all Premium players.[/*]
- Call of Duty: Warzone completely shuts down for 24 hours.[/*]
- Simultaneously, a 24-hour Multiplayer and Zombies Free Trial commences, available to everyone, including all Season 03 Premium content from these two game modes.[/*]
- This Free Trial unlocks it all, allowing you into all Season 03 Black Ops 6 Multiplayer Map and Zombies content, including the Firing Range MP Map and Shattered Veil Zombies Map![/*]
- Season 03 Battle Pass and BlackCell content, including two free weapons within the Battle Pass, also become available.[/*]
- Additionally, the Kilo 141 Assault Rifle is unlocked for you to use, once you download the Call of Duty: Warzone game files and click on the updated game tile. Call of Duty: Warzone won’t be available until the next day, but the Kilo 141 will![/*]
24-hours Countdown: Wednesday April 2, 9:01AM PT to Thursday April 3, 8:59AM PT
- A 24-hour “Countdown to Verdansk launch” timer now begins.[/*]
- Use these 24 hours wisely: This is the very best time to level up all preferred weapons you want to use in Verdansk![/*]
- Obtain the Kilo 141 for free, optionally pop a couple of 2WXP tokens, and play Black Ops 6 content to unlock attachments and camos, via the Premium game or Free Trial.[/*]
- Get into the proper grindset: Complete Season 03 Battle Pass Pages (free or paid) to unlock two additional new base weapons; the CR-56 AMAX Assault Rifle (Battle Pass Page 6), and the HDR Sniper Rifle (Battle Pass Page 3).[/*]
Welcome Back to Verdansk: Thursday April 3, 9:00AM PT
- Stand by for your first return drop into Verdansk; departure is imminent![/*]
- In-game messaging will direct you to the appropriate menus.[/*]
- Various rewards prior to your first match will be granted (and were detailed earlier in this Blog).[/*]
- Starting at 9:00AM PT, expect to access the Call of Duty: Warzone Lobby, to squad up, and return to Verdansk for the first time since December 2021.[/*]
FSR 4 Now Live in Black Ops 6!
FSR 4 is now live in Black Ops 6 on AMD Radeon RX 9070/9070XT graphics cards! Upgrade to the latest 25.3.1 Adrenalin Drivers and get ready to dive into the action with enhanced visuals in Multiplayer, Zombies, and Call of Duty: Warzone. Experience the ultimate gameplay with stunning graphical quality and improved performance.
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