Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Zombies Open Beta – Dates, Maps, Features, and How to Join
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Zombies Open Beta – Dates, Maps, Features, and How to Join
The wait is over for Call of Duty fans! The Black Ops 7 Zombies Open Beta is now live, giving players an early chance to jump into Activision’s next big release ahead of its November 14, 2025 launch.
Running from October 5–8, 2025, the Black Ops 7 Zombies Open Beta lets players test new maps, game modes, and survival mechanics before the full game drops next month.
Zombies Mode: Survival on Vandorn Farm
At the heart of the open beta is Zombies: Survival, set on the Vandorn Farm map. Players must fight through endless waves of undead using a mix of new and classic tools like GobbleGums and Augments to improve combat performance.
Expect intense co-op gameplay, tactical teamwork, and a return to the traditional Zombies formula — refined for the Black Ops 7 generation.
Multiplayer Modes and Maps
Beyond Zombies, the beta also includes multiplayer 6v6 modes with several maps available:
- Toshin (newly added for the open beta)
- Cortex
- Exposure
- Black Heart
Each location offers a unique tactical setup, catering to both casual players and competitive veterans.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 PC System Requirements
To run the open beta smoothly on PC, you’ll need at least the following specs:
- OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
- Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 1400 / Intel Core i5-6600
- RAM: 8 GB
- Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 470 / NVIDIA GTX 970 or 1060
- Storage: 60 GB SSD
- VRAM: Minimum 3 GB
Meeting or exceeding these specs should ensure optimal performance throughout the beta test.
How to Download the Open Beta
The Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 open beta is available on all major platforms:
- PC: Steam or Battle.net
- Xbox / Game Pass: Microsoft Store
- PlayStation: PlayStation Store
Once installed, players can unlock exclusive beta rewards — including emblems, stickers, weapon charms, operator skins, and weapon blueprints — as they level up during the event.
Known Issues and Fixes
Some players have reported receiving the error: “You don’t have access to the content.”
If this happens, try the following:
- Join a friend’s active lobby.
- Restart your beta client.
- Wait for server stability updates from Activision.
Final Thoughts
The Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Zombies Open Beta offers fans their first real taste of what’s to come — combining classic Zombies survival gameplay with new multiplayer experiences and updated systems.
With its full release scheduled for November 14, 2025, this beta is the perfect opportunity to get hands-on experience with Black Ops 7’s next-generation action.