Black Ops 7 Zombies Reveals Post-Beta Changes

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Zombies is getting major updates based on feedback from its two-phase beta test, developer Treyarch has confirmed. In October, Treyarch surprised fans by launching a standalone beta for Zombies position in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7and it has now detailed how that testing has shaped the mode's upcoming full release.

Call of Duty Black Ops 7 Zombies Bear-1 — A zombie bear in *Call of Duty: Black Ops 7* Zombie mode.

One of the most interesting details shared by Treyarch about Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Zombiess beta is the highest round a player reaches. According to the developer, someone managed to reach round 617, an impressive feat considering the limited time spent in Vandorn Farm. Alongside these stats, Treyarch also outlined several changes that are coming Zombies when the game launches on November 14th.

Important changes to zombies coming with Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 launch

High-round tuning to emphasize skill-based play
Unique Zombies HUD at launch
Transfer access to Black Ops 6 items in Black Ops 7 Zombies
Sawblade Trap nerf to prevent spam
Close range damage bonus for SMGs
Shock Baton nerf to reduce excessive damage
General weapon damage adjustments for better balance

In a video Q&A, Treyarch developers addressed some of the community's biggest questions about the mode and discussed what has been tweaked based on beta feedback. The team's main focus is on balancing high gameplay, making it more about strategy and skill rather than just surviving against faster, stronger enemies. Other updates include a new HUD for Zombies location and bonus damage for melee SMGs. The Shock Baton and Sawblade Trap appear to be nerfed, as the developers noted that they could be overpowered and prone to exploitation in the final version. Additionally, Treyarch confirmed that some items were unlocked Black Ops 6pp Zombies mode carries over to the new game, helping players get through higher rounds with less hassle.

Fans eager to jump into the mode at launch should note that several weapons have been tweaked based on beta feedback. As for enemy types, Treyarch confirmed that not all special and elite creatures from Black Ops 6 will return, with Parasite, Vermin and Amalgam notably absent from the new one Zombies location.

Treyarch also shared new details about the Cursed mode in the Black Ops 7pp Zombies. The team acknowledged player requests to have the mode unlocked from scratch and confirmed that it will become available once a single player completes all missions in Ashes of the Damned. Treyarch described the Cursed mode as extremely difficult, so much so that it can be nearly impossible to beat without the Golden Armor.