Overview of Black Ops 6 Release
Black Ops 6 marks a new chapter in the popular Call of Duty franchise, known for its focus on alternate history and spy themes. This installment launches with a campaign set during the Gulf War, offering players the familiar combination of campaign, multiplayer, and zombies mode.
PC Release Time for Black Ops 6
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Black Ops 6 will be available on Windows PC (Steam and Battle.net) starting at 9 p.m. PDT on Thursday, Oct. 24. Here are some specific release times:
- 9 p.m. PDT on Oct. 24 for the West Coast of North America
- 12 a.m. EDT on Oct. 25 for the East Coast of North America
- 5 a.m. BST on Oct. 25 for the U.K.
- 6 a.m. CEST on Oct. 25 for Western Europe/Paris
- 1 p.m. JST on Oct. 25 for Tokyo
Black Ops 6 is currently available for pre-load on all platforms, ensuring players are ready for launch.
Console Release Times for Black Ops 6
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For PlayStation, Xbox, and Microsoft Store PC players, the game will have a release window from 4 a.m. – 11 p.m. PT on Oct. 24.
Players can expect Black Ops 6 to be available before midnight PT on Oct. 25, with the possibility of an earlier launch. Stay tuned to official Call of Duty channels for the latest updates.
Black Ops 6 on Game Pass
Yes, Black Ops 6 will debut on Xbox Game Pass, making it the first Call of Duty title on the platform after Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard. However, only PC Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers will have access at launch.
The game will launch exclusively for these subscribers, so players without these tiers may need to upgrade for immediate access.
New Features in Black Ops 6
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Black Ops 6 dives into the Gulf War and early ’90s America, presenting players with a mix of campaign, multiplayer, and zombies gameplay. The classic round-based zombies mode returns, alongside a new feature called omnimovement that enhances player maneuverability on the battlefield.