Summary
- Activision accidentally leaked two new Black Ops 7 game modes, Overload and Skirmish, via the Call of Duty app on Xbox.
- Overload features 6v6 teams fighting to deliver EMP devices to enemy HQ for points.
- Skirmish is a large-scale 20v20 mode with wingsuit gameplay, capturing objectives across a big map.
- Leaked images also showed futuristic Operators and weapons, with hints of sci-fi gear and jetpacks.
- Activision and Treyarch are likely gauging fan reactions as internal playtests continue.
Two New COD Black Ops 7 Game Modes Revealed
Recently, Activision accidentally leaked two fresh multiplayer game modes for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 through the Call of Duty app on Xbox.
The leak, first reported by CharlieIntel on X, shared images and descriptions meant only for developers. These new Black Ops 7 game modes are called Overload and Skirmish.
Overload pits two teams of six players each against one another to control a neutral EMP device. The goal is to deliver this device to the enemy’s headquarters multiple times to earn points and win the match. It’s a fast-paced, objective-focused mode encouraging teamwork and strategy.
Skirmish, on the other hand, is a much larger battle with two teams of 20 players. This mode emphasizes capturing points of interest, destroying payloads, and transmitting valuable data across a big map. A standout feature is the ability to use wingsuits to flank enemies and reach objectives faster, adding a fresh movement dynamic to the game.
Futuristic Gear and Gameplay Hints in Black Ops 7
The leaked images also revealed futuristic Operators dressed in military-sim gear mixed with sci-fi elements. Some weapons looked familiar, like a submachine gun resembling the Cordite from Black Ops 4 and a new assault rifle dubbed DoubleCross or Echohawk Dual Bore.
Interestingly, one image showed an Operator wearing what looked like a jetpack, even though Activision confirmed that jetpacks won’t return as a gameplay mechanic in Black Ops 7. This suggests it may be part of the character’s armor or cosmetic design instead.
These leaks came at a crucial time as internal playtests for Black Ops 7 ramp up. While it’s unclear if Activision intended to share this information, it’s likely they’re watching closely to see how fans react to these new modes and gameplay changes.
