Black Ops 6 & Warzone: Season 5 Release Date & Details

Season 4 of Black Ops 6 and Warzone has definitely been divisive, launching strong with killer content across all modes. From the arrival of the fan-favorite FFAR 1, the inclusion of the Overlook for Warzone, the return of Grief in Zombies for the first time in ten years, and some awesome limited-time modes for each, there’s been plenty to enjoy.

While the content in Season 4 Reloaded may not have built much momentum for players looking for exciting Warzone and Zombies updates, fans have still had the chance to dive into Party Ops for Multiplayer and grind through various events. However, Season 4 is now in its final days, with Season 5 just around the corner. Fortunately, Treyarch has revealed exactly what’s coming. Here's when Season 5 for Black Ops 6 and Warzone kicks off, and what to expect.

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When Does Black Ops 6 & Warzone Season 5 Start?

Stadium opening up for Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 5

Season 5 for Black Ops 6 and Warzone begins on Thursday, August 7 at 9 AM PT across all platforms (Battle.net, Steam, PS5, Xbox Series X/S). Ahead of this major update, users will be able to pre-download Season 5’s content, allowing console players to jump in on day one without delay. Battle.net users will receive a second, smaller update once Season 5 goes live.

The launch of Season 5 will also mark the end of both the Season 4 Battle Pass and the CODtoons Event, giving players until August 7 to claim all limited-time rewards. For a full breakdown of when to expect Season 5 for Black Ops 6 and Warzone, see below:

Time Zone	Release Time & Date
CT (Central Time)	11:00 AM, Aug 7
ET (Eastern Time)	12:00 PM, Aug 7
BRT (Brasilia Time)	1:00 PM, Aug 7
BST (British Summer Time)	5:00 PM, Aug 7
CEST (Central European Summer Time)	6:00 PM, Aug 7
SAST (South African Standard Time)	6:00 PM, Aug 7
GST (Gulf Standard Time)	8:00 PM, Aug 7
KST (Korea Standard Time)	1:00 AM, Aug 8
JST (Japan Standard Time)	1:00 AM, Aug 8
AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time)	2:00 AM, Aug 8

Black Ops 6 & Warzone Season 5 Details & Content Breakdown

Multiplayer Maps & Modes

The first bit of Multiplayer content players can look forward to is a fresh roster of maps, split between the launch window of Season 5 and Season 5 Reloaded. W.M.D. Returns (originally featured in Black Ops) alongside new additions like Exchange, Runaway, and more. Here’s a breakdown of all the Multiplayer maps arriving with Season 5, and when to expect them:

Runaway (6v6): Season 5 launch
Exchange (6v6/2v2): Season 5 launch
W.M.D.(6v6): Season 5 launch
Jackpot (6v6): Season 5 Reloaded

Alongside fresh maps also come additional modes. These include Aim High (available at launch), where players embark on core modes like Team Deathmatch and more, except body shot damage is reduced, while headshots result in an instant kill. Snipers Only and Cranked Moshpit also return during the launch window. Cranked Demolition, Ransack, and Blueprint Gunfight debut in time for the mid-season update, each consisting of previously seen modes with new spins.

The Reckoning Zombies Map

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Season 5 also marks the debut of the fifth and final Zombies DLC map. The Reckoning for Black Ops 6 Zombies releases August 7 at 9 AM PT, taking players to Janus Towers in an epic showdown against S.A.M. Following the events of the Shattered Veil Easter Egg Quest. Expect a grueling Easter Egg quest, Directed Mode for Season 5 Reloaded, and the conclusion to the Black Ops 6 Zombies storyline leading into Black Ops 7 Zombies.

Alongside the Reckoning Zombies map, players can get their hands on the Gorgofex Wonder Weapon, which is buildable on the Reckoning. Players can also look forward to the Mister Peeks Field Upgrade, acting as a neat perk to draw the attention of zombies when deployed, and also coming with its own Augments for players to grind for.

Wrapping up the Zombies-specific content is the arrival of Grief support for The Reckoning during the launch window of Season 5, allowing players to duke it out in 4v4 action on the final Zombies map for Black Ops 6. Team Cranked also debuts with Season 5 Reloaded.

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New Weapons & Loadout Options

Season 5 introduces a fresh wave of firepower to players’ loadouts, with a standout roster of new weapons. These include the ABR A1, which is essentially the AUG last seen in Black Ops Cold War with full-auto support, the PML 5.56 Light Machine Gun, and a new secondary Revolver for close-range combat. Here’s a breakdown of the new weapons and how to unlock them:

PML 5.56 (LMG): Unlocked at Battle Pass Page 3
ABR A1 (Assault Rifle): Unlocked at Battle Pass Page 6
Boxing Gloves (Melee Weapon): Unlocked through the 90s Action Heroes Event
Gravemark.357 Revolver (Pistol): Unlocked through the Hell Ride Mid-Season Event

all Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 5 attachments

Arriving alongside the roster of new weapons are additional armament options, mainly consisting of new attachments and a Scorestreak for both Multiplayer and Zombies. The 9mm PM Skull Splitter arrives at launch, increasing range and headshot damage for the 9mm PM at the expense of reduced fire rate and handling. The PPSh-41 Helical Magazine also debuts mid-season, drastically increasing the weapon's magazine capacity. The Combat Bow arrives mid-season as well, allowing players to fire an explosive-tipped arrow.

Warzone Content Updates

For the Warzone side of things, the biggest piece of content is the opening of Stadium on Verdansk, which brings its own unique additions. During Week One of Season 5, players can get their hands on the Satellite Hijack Contract, which, upon completion, grants a unique limited-time reward.

Stadium Resurgence arrives in Week Two, bringing fast-paced action with 36 players competing in the newly opened Stadium. For mid-season, players can also jump into Deadline, a limited-time mode where points are earned by securing eliminations, completing contracts, and more as zones progress. The team with the lowest score in each zone will be eliminated, and the last team standing will claim victory.

Season 5 Events Overview

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Wrapping up the last bit of content for Season 5 are the arrival of brand-new Events during the launch window and Season 5 Reloaded. Each event comes with its own limited-time rewards, along with granting players access to additional armaments like the Boxing Gloves and the Gravemark.357 Revolver. Here is a breakdown of every event arriving with Season 5, alongside when to expect them: