Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Multiplayer Launch: Modes, Maps, and New Features
Activision has pulled back the curtain on the multiplayer experience for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, revealing an exciting lineup of maps, modes, and new gameplay features ahead of its release on October 25, 2024. Players can expect a return of fan-favourite modes, a host of new systems, and a refreshing amount of content ready to go on day one.
Multiplayer Launch Modes
At launch, Black Ops 6 will feature 16 multiplayer maps and a variety of modes catering to both casual and competitive players. Here's a breakdown of the standard multiplayer modes:
Free-For-All (8 players)
Team Deathmatch (6v6)
Domination (6v6)
Search & Destroy (6v6)
Kill Confirmed (6v6)
Hardpoint (6v6)
Gunfight (2v2 and 6v6)
Headquarters (6v6)
Kill Order (6v6)
Control (6v6)
Additionally, Black Ops 6 will offer Face Off modes, where Scorestreaks are disabled, and players face each other in small-scale, close-quarters combat. These modes include Face Off Team Deathmatch, Domination, Kill Order, and Kill Confirmed.
For those who prefer a more hardcore experience, Hardcore Mode is returning with minimal HUD, friendly fire enabled, and lower health settings across a selection of game modes like Team Deathmatch, Kill Order, Domination, and more.
New Systems and Features
One of the standout innovations in Black Ops 6 is the Omnimovement system, which grants players the ability to move in multiple directions while using classic mechanics like sliding, jumping, and diving. This system promises to elevate the fluidity and complexity of combat, making each match more dynamic.
To help players get comfortable with Omnimovement, Activision has added the Training Course, found on the new multiplayer map Protocol. Players can hone their skills here, ensuring they are battle-ready.
Additional features include the return of the Firing Range, where players can test their weapons and loadouts before entering combat, and Theater Mode, which allows players to replay and capture highlights from their matches. However, Theater Mode won’t be available on PS4 or Xbox One.
Multiplayer Maps
The launch brings 16 maps, divided between core 6v6 and Strike maps, which can be played in either 2v2 or 6v6 formats. Here’s the full list of launch maps:
Core 6v6 Maps:
Babylon
Derelict
Lowtown
Payback
Protocol
Red Card
Rewind
Scud
Skyline
Subsonic
Vault
Vorkuta
Strike Maps (2v2 / 6v6):
Gala
Pit
Stakeout
Warhead
Release Information and Pre-Load Details
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will be available on October 25, 2024, for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, and PC via the Microsoft Store, Battle.net, and Steam. The game will also be available on Game Pass from day one. Pre-loading begins on October 21 at 9 a.m. PT / 5 p.m. BST.
Despite the wealth of content, Black Ops 6 boasts one of the smallest file sizes in recent Call of Duty history, which will be a relief to players concerned about storage space.
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