Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Beta Extended: Treyarch Grants Extra Time and Double XP to Players

San Diego, CA — In a significant and highly appreciated move, developer Treyarch has officially announced an extension for the ongoing Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Open Beta. Originally slated to conclude on Wednesday, October 8, the playtest period for the highly anticipated title is now confirmed to run for an additional day, concluding on Thursday, October 9, at 9 AM PT (12 PM ET). This extension offers both dedicated fans and newcomers an invaluable opportunity for more playtime, unlocking crucial beta rewards, and providing further feedback to shape the final launch of the premium AAA video game.

The decision to extend the beta comes directly in response to overwhelming positive engagement and community feedback, a testament to Treyarch’s commitment to delivering a polished and engaging experience. Alongside the extra time, the developer has also confirmed that the existing Double XP and Double Weapon XP bonuses will remain active throughout the entire extended duration, incentivizing players to push for the recently increased Level 30 cap and fully explore the game’s expansive loadout customization and progression systems.

Community-Driven Updates and Key Beta Features

The latest phase of the Black Ops 7 Beta has been marked by a series of real-time updates and an evident focus on integrating player suggestions. The most discussed addition has been the introduction of “Open” playlists, such as the Open Moshpit, where the consideration of skill in matchmaking is drastically reduced. This change directly addresses long-standing community discussions regarding Skill-Based Matchmaking (SBMM), offering a more varied and classic lobby experience. This bold move highlights an immediate and responsive development cycle.

Key updates and features available during the extended beta period include:

• New End Date: The Beta now concludes on Thursday, October 9, 2025.
• Progression Boost: Double XP and Double Weapon XP remains active until the final closure, assisting players in reaching the max Beta Rank of 30.
• Increased Level Cap: The maximum level has been raised from 20 to 30, unlocking new weapons (like the Echo 12 shotgun), Perks (including the health-replenishing Bruiser and silent Ninja), and Scorestreaks (Rhino armored soldier).
• New Map Rotation: The recently introduced 6v6 Multiplayer map, Toshin, remains in rotation, alongside other maps like Blackheart, The Forge, and Cortex.
• Zombies Extension: The highly popular Zombies Survival mode on the Vandorn Farm map has also been extended for the entirety of the open period, allowing players more time to test new GobbleGums and Ammo Mods like the Shadow Rift.
• New Playlists: Continued testing of the Open Moshpit and Open Hardcore Moshpit playlists with reduced SBMM priority.

The official patch notes from Treyarch confirm these adjustments, emphasizing that the immense volume of data and direct feedback gathered during this critical testing phase will be instrumental in the final tuning ahead of the full game release. Small but impactful changes, such as adjustments to map elements like the automatic doors on The Forge and Cortex, illustrate the developers’ focus on optimizing minute-to-minute gameplay flow based on player data.

The Competitive Landscape and Pre-Launch Momentum

The extended Black Ops 7 Beta takes place in a highly competitive window, wrapping up just a day before the global launch of a major rival First-Person Shooter (FPS) title, Battlefield 6. This tight turnaround puts a spotlight on the battle for player attention and pre-launch hype. While the Call of Duty series often dominates, the positive reception to Battlefield 6’s beta has created a compelling narrative in the gaming news sector.

Treyarch and Activision appear to be countering this competitive pressure not just with extra playtime, but with a surprising willingness to address the community’s most persistent pain points, particularly the aforementioned SBMM system. By testing playlists with a radically different approach to matchmaking, the developers are actively demonstrating a response to the “sweaty” nature often criticized in recent entries. This willingness to experiment and listen is a powerful tool for generating positive buzz and securing pre-order sales.

Furthermore, the focus on new features, such as the Overclock System for customizing Field Upgrades and the new Wall Jump movement ability (part of the refined Omnimovement system), underscores the commitment to innovation within the Call of Duty franchise. These elements are critical for differentiating the title and justifying the annual $70 price tag for the base game.

How to Secure Your Beta Rewards Before the Deadline

For players still looking to maximize their time in the Black Ops 7 test and unlock exclusive content, the extended duration is a boon. The active 2XP and 2X Weapon XP provides a perfect opportunity to hit the Level 30 cap and claim the ultimate reward:

• Beta Legend Weapon Blueprint: A permanent, custom Blueprint for the M15 Mod 0 will be unlocked upon reaching the max Beta Rank (Level 30). This reward will transfer to the full game at launch on November 14th.
• Beta Survivor Loading Screen: Unlockable at Level 23.
• Beta Conqueror Calling Card: Unlockable at Level 27.

Players are advised to concentrate their efforts on objective-based modes like Hardpoint and Domination, which traditionally offer the highest score-per-minute (SPM), especially when combined with the Double XP bonus. The extension also grants extra hours to complete the elusive Dark Ops challenges that are sometimes available in the beta build.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is scheduled for a full multi-platform release on November 14, 2025, on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC (via Battle.net and Steam). The beta extension ensures that the development team at Treyarch has the maximum amount of live player data and performance metrics to deliver a stable and balanced experience right out of the gate, setting the stage for a blockbuster Q4 gaming release.

Source: Call of Duty Official Blog, Treyarch Social Media Announcements, PC Gamer News Reports (Reporting on competitive context).