TL;DR
- Season 1 releases in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 today (December 4, 2025), marking the first major content update since its November release.
- Black Ops 7 Season 1 will integrate into Warzone as well, offering a variety of fresh content for the battle royale.
- New maps, modes, guns, and even gameplay mechanics are confirmed for Season 1, and they’ll likely switch up competitive play significantly.
- Black Ops 7 is also set to receive a new zombies map and other gameplay additions.
- A holiday event is expected midway through Season 1, offering festive decorations across Warzone’s many maps.
Warzone is about to go futuristic as Black Ops 7 comes racing into Call of Duty’s battle royale. New weapons and maps will alter gameplay like never before, while a few fresh POIs are transforming Verdansk into a bastion for competitive gameplay.
If you like Warzone, then you’ll need to know about all of the changes made in Season 1. Mastering the new content is key to succeeding in the latest meta, so let’s jump into everything available in Warzone’s latest update.
How will Season 1 integrate Black Ops 7 into Warzone?
A new Call of Duty releases nearly every year, and with it, a large variety of additions are added to Warzone. Season 1 is bringing guns and equipment from Black Ops 7 into Warzone, plus a few notable gameplay changes that’ll affect how you build your loadout.
Warzone is also resetting levels in Season 1, which will allow players to earn XP towards levelling and the battle pass for Black Ops 7 through a cross-progression system. The integration of BO7 Season 1 is a huge update for Warzone, but it won’t change the core gameplay too much.
Let’s take a look at the biggest gameplay adjustments coming to Warzone.
Major gameplay changes in Warzone Season 1
The Warzone Season 01 patch notes explain every new gameplay feature and update in December 2025. Some of the additions include changes to sprint and a level reset for all players. This quick list will take you through Warzone’s biggest gameplay changes in Season 1, according to the official patch notes.
- In total, there’ll be 30 new guns from Black Ops 7.
- Weapon build sharing for BO7 guns, allowing players to share their creations online.
- Updated operator roster.
- New equipment, including the Psych Grenade, Pinpoint Grenade, Needle Drone, Phantom Signal, and Echo Unit.
- Restructured perk system.
- Smoke grenades can now put out a Molotov fire.
- Stim shots can now disable the effects of concussion and flash grenades.
- Base movement is faster.
- Tac sprint now requires the Sprinter perk.
- No wildcards.
- Weapons can now only have five attachments.
- Overkill is a default option in the loadout menu, allowing competitors to equip two primary guns.
- Level reset for Warzone players that’ll let you rank up alongside Black Ops 7.
Arsenal update in Warzone
The biggest addition coming in COD: Warzone Season 01 is the guns. With 30 new weapons from Black Ops 7, there’ll be no shortage of equipment to test in the field. Players can still access weapons from Modern Warfare II, Modern Warfare III, and Black Ops 6 in the Legacy menu.
We’ve created a guide for the best weapons in Black Ops 7, offering a deep dive into every new gun coming to Warzone.
Limited-time modes in Season 1
Battle Royale and Resurgence are the two main experiences in Call of Duty: Warzone Season 01, but a limited-time mode will also be available just in time for Christmas. The goal in the CODMAS LTM is to collect as many gifts as possible to outplay your opponents. Holiday decorations will also dot the landscape in Warzone later in December, so be on the lookout for some festive fun.
New map & POIs in Warzone
The maps available in Warzone at Season 1’s release include Rebirth Island, Verdansk, and Haven’s Hollow.
A brand-new Resurgence map is one of the highlights in Season 1. Black Ops 7 Warzone players can explore the Appalachian town of Haven’s Hollow. With POIs like Lumbermill, Main Street, and Train Station, it’s clear that Haven’s Hollow will offer a cosy environment for battle royale warfare. Here’s a look at every major location in Haven’s Hollow according to the Season 1 patch notes.
- Mansion
- Pond
- Train Station
- Barn
- Research Center
- Main Street
- River Boat
- Coal Depot
- Lumbermill
New Verdansk POIs
Haven’s Hollow isn’t the only addition coming to Warzone’s map roster, as Verdansk is also getting quite the upgrade. The Signal Station and remastered Factory are the two new locales in Season 1, and learning them like the back of your hand will offer an advantage over your opponents.
Conclusion
Black Ops 7 and Warzone are two of the most popular first-person shooters available in 2025, and their shared progression will only make Call of Duty more exciting for dedicated fans. Guns from Black Ops 7 are shaking up Warzone’s meta, while the new map provides a fresh experience for longtime fans.
As we head into Season 1, it’s important to try out every new gun and grenade to gain a better understanding of the updated arsenal. With a plethora of fresh content and a few changes to the loadout system, now is a great time to dive back into Verdansk for a match of competitive Warzone.
FAQs
When does Black Op 7 Season 1 start?
BO7 Season 1 is set to start on December 4, 2025. The launch time will likely be around 9 AM PDT/12 PM EDT.
Is Call of Duty Warzone free to play?
COD Warzone is a free-to-play game with a focus on battle royale game modes.
What platforms can you play Warzone on?
As of December 2025, Warzone is available on Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC.
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