Four in-game screenshots from Call of Duty Black Ops 7 have accidentally leaked online, revealing new game modes and gameplay details.
The images were meant for an internal developer playtest but appeared on the Call of Duty Xbox app by mistake.
How the Leak Happened
Call of Duty insider CharlieIntel first shared the leaked images on social media. The screenshots appeared as “message of the day” content on the Xbox app, originally intended only for developers.
The leaked content was linked to an internal playtest scheduled for this weekend. However, the message accidentally went out to all app users instead of just the development team.
What the Screenshots Show
The leaked images reveal Black Ops 7’s futuristic aesthetic with several key details:
Operators: Characters wear military gear with sci-fi elements. One operator sports a helmet similar to Halo’s Spartans.
Weapons: Screenshots show an SMG that looks like the Cordite from Black Ops 4, plus the DoubleCross (or Echohawk Dual Bore) Assault Rifle.
Possible Jetpacks: One screenshot shows an operator with what appears to be a jetpack, though this could be cosmetic gear rather than functional equipment.
Two New Game Modes Revealed
The leak revealed details about two brand-new multiplayer modes:
Overload
- Two teams of six players each
- Fight to control a neutral EMP device
- Deliver the EMP to enemy headquarters for points
- Win by reaching the score limit through multiple deliveries
Skirmish
- Large-scale mode with two teams of 20 players
- Fight across large maps to complete objectives
- Activities include capturing points, destroying payloads, and transmitting data
- Features wingsuit mechanics for flanking and reaching objectives
- First team to reach score limit wins
Enhanced Movement Mechanics
The Skirmish mode description mentions “wingsuits” for movement, suggesting enhanced mobility options in Black Ops 7.
This contradicts earlier statements from Activision’s Senior Director of Communications, Stephanie Snowden, who confirmed jetpacks wouldn’t return. However, wingsuits appear to be a different movement system.
Futuristic Setting Confirmed
The screenshots confirm Black Ops 7’s futuristic setting, building on the sci-fi elements teased in the Xbox Showcase trailer.
The visual style shows a blend of military realism with advanced technology and equipment.
What This Means
The leak suggests Black Ops 7 will feature:
- Large-scale multiplayer battles (up to 40 players)
- Enhanced movement mechanics with wingsuits
- Mix of traditional and objective-based game modes
- Futuristic military aesthetic
- Advanced weapon systems
Official Response
Activision hasn’t officially commented on the leaked screenshots. The company has kept most Black Ops 7 details under wraps since the initial Xbox Showcase reveal.
With internal playtests underway, more official information about the game will likely emerge soon.
The leak provides the clearest look yet at Black Ops 7’s multiplayer gameplay and confirms the game’s direction toward larger-scale, objective-focused combat.
