There Will Be No Campaign Early Access For Black Ops 6

Activision has clarified why there’s no early access for the campaign in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. Unlike previous titles, where players who pre-ordered could jump into the campaign early, Black Ops 6 is sticking with a full release for all modes on the same day.

While Call of Duty is often known for its multiplayer and, more recently, Warzone, the campaign remains a big draw, especially in the Black Ops series. Black Ops has set itself apart with its complex storytelling, often playing with reality and diving into conspiracy theory themes. These campaigns focus on the "hidden" side of history, adding a unique flavor to the franchise.

For those eager to dive into Black Ops 6 early, though, Activision has confirmed there won’t be any early access for the campaign this time around. In a statement shared by Call of Duty news account CharlieIntel, they reiterated that the game will have a single global launch on October 25, 2024. The only early access available will be through the ongoing beta test periods.

BREAKING: Activision confirms there is no campaign early access for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.

Statement from Activision rep sent to us:

“The team is fully focused on October 25th. We are excited about all the game has to offer across Campaign, Multiplayer and Zombies. This… pic.twitter.com/FlsiGwP9wA

— CharlieIntel (@charlieINTEL) September 9, 2024

Activision Confirms No Early Access for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

In its statement, Activision explained that the development team is "fully focused" on the October 25 release date, aiming for a "massive" global launch where the entire community can access all modes at the same time. Aside from beta tests, Activision plans to use reveal events, like the recent full playthrough of a Black Ops 6 campaign mission, to give players more insights into the game.

Interestingly, the statement didn’t address the huge wave of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 leaks that surfaced recently. In August 2024, a major leak revealed what seemed like almost every campaign cutscene, offering eager players an early look at what Treyarch has been working on. Other leaks showed off multiplayer gameplay and various in-game features.

Activision is banking on the single release date strategy to make a bigger impact, even if it frustrates players who’d prefer to explore the campaign before diving into multiplayer. Whether this approach pays off remains to be seen, but one thing’s clear—players are eager to jump into Black Ops 6 as soon as they can.