The Zombies Free Access Week is live in Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, and our Lead Writer has the tips you’ll need to destroy the undead horde with ease.

It’s that time of year again, Zombies fans.

The biggest year of Black Ops continues with new weaponry, modes, and more starting today, as well as a beloved 6v6 Multiplayer map and all-new Zombies experience coming on February 4.

The newest Zombies adventure is launching in Season One, free for all players.

Season One continues with new maps, new modes, new weaponry, a new Zombies adventure, and much more.

Ready for some frenetic 3v3 Team Deathmatch, Domination, and Kill Confirmed action on Black Ops Cold War’s Gunfight maps? Get tips and strategies for prevailing through the chaos in the latest Mode Intel.

Various stability improvements for PS5 and Zombies players, plus Double Weapon XP Weekend begins Jan. 15

Call of Duty: Weekly Briefings are back with the latest updates across Black Ops Cold War, Warzone™, Mobile, and more.

The first-ever free access event for this legendary Call of Duty® mode runs from January 14 to January 21.

Learn how these Ultra-rarity Weapon Blueprints can help you become the envy of your enemies in Call of Duty®: Black Ops Cold War and Warzone™.

Raid + Crossroads Strike 24/7, Gunfight Blueprints, Dirty Bomb Duos, Gameplay Improvements, Warzone Updates, and a Mid-Season Content Preview

Fiercely loyal to his team, Bulldozer stops at nothing to get the job done. Available now in a featured bundle that includes three Legendary Blueprint weapons and green tracer fire.

The popular game mode unlike any other in Call of Duty history is back. Get to know and master this returning favorite and prepare for some wild and wacky action.

Earn bonus XP for completing new objectives each day and enjoy Double Battle Pass XP, Raid 24/7, 3v3 Face Off, and more.

Unlock legacy Prestige Icons and Calling Cards in Season One.

The high-octane 2v2 Gunfight mode is back for Black Ops Cold War Season One. From the rules of engagement to intel for each map, this is what you need to know before diving in with your duo.

Welcome to the biggest content drop in Black Ops history.

For one week in December, players can jump in and experience Multiplayer modes and playlists like Raid the Mall, Nuketown Holiday 24/7, and Prop Hunt. All for free.

Get the latest patch notes and all the details on what’s coming to Black Ops Cold War and Warzone in Season One.

Read more about what’s inside the 100 tiers of the Season One Battle Pass System, including the new Operator “Stitch,” two free weapons, four fresh mixtapes for Wartracks, up to 1,300 Call of Duty points, and more.

This ex-KGB chemical weapons expert will stop at nothing to destroy the man who cost him everything, and advance Perseus’ march toward global domination. Available in the Season One Battle Pass, this is Stitch.

We detail the Operators and one of the Blueprints found in the pre-season log-in bonuses you can get in Black Ops Cold War before 11 PM PST on Dec. 15 and share a top gameplay tip for maximizing levelling next season.

Revenge, Revolt, and Revelations rock the world of Black Ops Cold War and Warzone as Season One storms onto consoles and PC, offering a massive expansion of free content including eight free maps, three free-to-acquire weapons, an innovative and rewarding Battle Pass system, and much more. Plus: drop into the new Rebirth Island Warzone map!

Nuketown 24/7 returns, plus Scorestreak tuning, optic improvements, Zombies updates + more.

The third installment of the top-down shooter is here in Black Ops Cold War Zombies.

Stability improvements, 12v12 Miami, Pack-a-Punch Ray Gun Camos in Zombies, and more.

Quality-of-life improvements, stability & bug fixes and more, plus free bundles and 2XP + 2WXP Weekend incoming!

New Black Ops Cold War Double XP and Double Weapon XP Weekend and Free Bundles are incoming, leading to a massive expansion of free content as Black Ops Cold War and Warzone connect. Season One will now launch on December 16.

We break down how Hardcore modes can help you earn XP quickly while improving your gun skills, as well as feature a secondary weapon that can dish out plenty of one-shot kills.

For the first time, the CODE Bowl will feature a trans-Atlantic competition between US and UK military

Global Weapon XP earn rates increased, Zombies Weapon XP improvements, and an out-of-bounds fix for Nuketown.

We sit down with David Goyer about his involvement in the Black Ops Cold War single-player experience, from his history with the franchise to how to develop engaging narratives for an interactive medium.

Hardcore Nuketown ’84, stability improvements, and Zombies tuning.

Nuketown returns! The iconic 6v6 Multiplayer map is back with a brand-new aesthetic in Nuketown ‘84. Get strategies and tips for securing victory no matter your experience.

The iconic 6v6 map is reimagined in Black Ops Cold War, free for everyone.

From the CIA’s most elite joint forces members to ex-special forces mercenaries, this the intel you need to know about those who fight for NATO and the Warsaw Pact.

Spawn updates, stability improvements, and bug fixes in MP and Zombies.

Various fixes now live in Zombies and Multiplayer.

From Woods and Park to Stone and Garcia, this Prestige Primer will help you unlock all nine Operators available in Black Ops Cold War and Warzone™, as well as detail a weapon that silently competes against CQB heavyweights.

See everything we’ve updated since launch and a preview of what we’re tracking.

All players who purchase Black Ops Cold War and log in before December 4, or who play the game at any point online up until 10 a.m. PT on November 20, will receive a free Epic Shotgun Weapon Blueprint and nine cosmetic items.

Get to know the basic intel and advanced tips for all 12 maps: Alpine, Armada Strike (6v6), Armada (Combined Arms), Cartel, Checkmate, Crossroads Strike (6v6), Crossroads (Combined Arms), Garrison, Miami, Moscow, Ruka, and Satellite.

Learn about how each weapon class can help you conquer Multiplayer, including a quick bullet-by-bullet breakdown of all weapon types and a detailed look at each one individually.

The much-anticipated sequel to the original Black Ops is available today!

A weekly column about progression and advanced strategies in Call of Duty® returns with an explainer of the progression system for Black Ops Cold War, as well as a deeper dive into a shotgun blueprint that you can earn when you sign up for Call of Duty e-mails.

Get to know every available Multiplayer game mode at launch with basic rules and tips for conquering the competition.

From Gunsmith to Field Upgrades, Wildcards, and Scorestreaks, here’s how you can build a full loadout in the Black Ops Cold War.

Welcome to the Black Ops Cold War Landing Site, your hub for Blog-related official announcements, features, news, tactics, and tips.

Welcome to Launch Day.

We break down the basic controls and settings in Black Ops Cold War across both console generations.

From basic keybinds to general overviews of each settings submenu, this guide is everything you need to know about the game’s controls and settings on PC, or playing with a keyboard and mouse on another platform.

We break down the basic controls and settings in Black Ops Cold War across both console generations.

Crack open the case of finding Perseus, dominate the Multiplayer lobby, and ascend into those higher rounds in Zombies with these 30 Black Ops Cold War tips and tricks.

The first guide to Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War details how to boot up the game, set up your account, game mode overviews, and information on progression.

Get up to speed on everything new in Black Ops Cold War since the Open Beta.

We kick off Launch Week with a quick reminder on Black Ops Cold War’s premise and a link to our Landing Site, your home base for the latest official intel about the game.

Learn all about the evolution of the classic Prestige system.

Prepare for Black Ops Cold War with this guide to pre-loading, as well as learn about the free bundle you’ll get when you pre-order the game: The Confrontation Weapons Pack.

With the help of Raven’s Senior Creative Director Dan Vondrak, we detail three missions from the game’s mind-bending Campaign: Nowhere Left to Run, Fracture Jaw and Desperate Measures.

Learn all about the new innovations coming to Black Ops Cold War Zombies, as well as a few additional treats...

Get to know the game’s upcoming features for PC in a stunning 4K trailer, as well as check the minimum and recommended, competitive, and ultra specifications for the game.

All attachments unlocked, Open Beta extended 24 hours, 2XP continues, and new stability improvements added.

Free on all platforms: eight maps, nine modes, and 40 ranks to unlock.

2XP + 2X Weapon XP, Scorestreak system tuning, bug fixes, and more.

From Gunsmith to Field Upgrades, Wildcards, and Scorestreaks, here’s how you can build a full loadout in the Black Ops Cold War Beta.

Learn about how each weapon class can help you conquer Multiplayer during the Black Ops Cold War Beta.

Whether you’re a console or PC player, get up to speed on all the new content and updates in Weekend 2 of the Open Beta, because there’s something for everyone.

The Black Ops Cold War Multiplayer Open Beta* features both new and classic game modes. Get details and strategies for each one.

Ready to play the Beta on PC? Make sure your rig is up to specifications, get intel on pre-load information, and learn more about accessing the Beta early through Twitch Drops.

Two weekends of thrilling pre-launch Multiplayer gameplay, one unforgettable Black Ops Cold War Beta. Prepare to drop into the Beta with this guide that includes a schedule, redemption instructions for Early Access, and pre-load info.

More to come for Weekend 2 in the Crossplay Open Beta.

Early Access begins today on PS4.

Learn about the new maps, modes, and features coming to Black Ops Multiplayer

See what’s changed since the Black Ops Cold War Alpha.

Dive into the Black Ops Cold War Beta and receive a free Adler skin in Call of Duty: Mobile. Here’s how.

Everything you need to know about Black Ops Cold War Zombies.

Welcome to a new Zombies chapter!

We’ll see you in the Open Beta.

All the intel on the happenings in Call of Duty

Jump in and play Black Ops Cold War right now!

All PS4 owners can get a taste of the next generation of global combat this weekend in the Alpha. Details to follow, including maps and modes.

Everything you need to know for the weekend.

All the intel on the happenings in Call of Duty

Introducing the Next Generation of Global Combat

The next generation of global combat is here with the iconic Black Ops Multiplayer experience, defined by Treyarch’s signature combat, deniable operations, and a connected experience across platforms and console generations.

The latest installment in the Call of Duty franchise will feature cross-play, cross-progression, cross-generation play, integration with Warzone™, and more.

The gang’s all here.

Get to know some of your new Cold War crew.

Mason’s CIA handler returns to serve his country.

Everyone’s favorite Marine is back in action.

Our original protagonist returns in the direct sequel to Black Ops.

All the intel on the happenings in Call of Duty

We missed you, too.

Permission has been given to debrief a top-secret operation, originally classified for nearly four decades, so that all Operators are informed on when and how to complete it.

Know your history – step back into the twisted world of Black Ops in the direct sequel to the iconic original game. Mark your calendars starting November 13th, 2020*.

Decide which edition is right for you, including next-gen console options and a load of pre-order benefits.

Welcome to the Black Ops Cold War Landing Site, your hub for Blog-related official announcements, features, news, tactics, and tips.

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