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The Haunting Returns: Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Season 6 Overview
10/10/2025, 4:31:38 AM
Major Update Launch Details
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Season 6, titled "The Haunting," officially launched on October 9, 2025, at 9 AM PT. This update marks the final season for Black Ops 6 before the anticipated release of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 on November 14, 2025. The Haunting event introduces a plethora of new content, including multiplayer maps, weapons, and limited-time modes (LTMs), all themed around Halloween.
New Multiplayer Maps and Modes
Season 6 introduces four new multiplayer maps: Gravity, Rig, Mothball, and a Halloween-themed variant of Nuketown called Boo-Town.
- Gravity is a medium-sized map featuring low-gravity zones and concrete bunkers, designed for 6v6 matches.
- Rig is a smaller map set in a truck stop, emphasizing close-quarters combat.
- Mothball supports both 2v2 and 6v6 matches, set in a cognitive research facility.
- Boo-Town transforms the classic Nuketown into a spooky environment filled with Halloween decorations.
A new mode, Slasher Deathmatch, allows players to embody iconic horror characters like Jason Voorhees and Chucky, engaging in a hide-and-seek style gameplay where players alternate between being slashers and survivors.
Zombies Content: Haunted Havoc
The Zombies mode receives a significant update with the introduction of Haunted Havoc, a limited-time mode featuring faster, more aggressive zombies adorned with pumpkin heads. Players can earn unique rewards, including GobbleGums and XP bonuses, while facing off against new enemies like Mimics and Jack-o’-Lanterns.
Warzone Updates: Night Variants and New Modes
In Warzone, both Verdansk and Rebirth Island have been transformed into night variants, enhancing the spooky atmosphere. The update includes two new modes:
- Casual Z, where players must survive against both human opponents and hordes of zombies, including armored variants.
- Zombie Royale, which allows eliminated players to return as zombies with special abilities, such as disguising as environmental objects and using EMP blasts.
New Weapons and Battle Pass
Season 6 introduces several new weapons, including the Dresden 9mm SMG, Merrick 556 Assault Rifle, and the X52 Resonator special weapon. Players can also unlock the Chainsaw melee weapon through in-game events. The Battle Pass for this season features over 110 unlockable items, including operator skins and weapon blueprints.
Seasonal Events and Rewards
The Haunting event includes various challenges and rewards, such as:
- Daily Login Rewards: Players can earn tier skips, XP tokens, and exclusive weapon blueprints by logging in daily.
- Echoes of the Dead: A challenge event where players can earn special weapons and attachments.
- Chucky Event Pass: Unlocks Chucky and Tiffany operators along with themed rewards.
Conclusion
The Haunting event in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Season 6 delivers a rich array of content, blending horror themes with engaging gameplay across multiplayer, Zombies, and Warzone modes. As players dive into this final season, they can expect a thrilling experience filled with iconic horror characters and festive challenges, all leading up to the launch of Black Ops 7.
