It’s Double XP weekend in Black Ops 7, and if you’re a Call of Duty fan, you know what that means: it’s time to dive in! Along with the XP boost, a new update has hit the game just a week after its launch, bringing some significant changes that will alter the battlefield dynamic.
This update focuses on weapon balancing, featuring an increased aim assist for players, as well as nerfs and buffs across various weapon categories. Assault rifles are taking a hit, while submachine guns (SMGs) are getting some much-needed enhancements. The following weapons—Ryden 45K, RK-9, Razor 9mm, Dravec 45, Carbon 57, and MPC-25—have all received an increase to their maximum medium damage range, making them formidable opponents against assault rifles.
Curious about these changes? Let’s explore what’s happening in BO7 ahead of this exciting gameplay weekend.
Black Ops 7 Patch Notes: Nov. 21, 2025
Aim Assist Adjustments
- Minimum Rotational Aim Assist penalty has been reduced from 35% to 25%.
Assault Rifle Changes
- Received Flinch increased from 0.15N to 0.18N.
SMG Enhancements
- Received Flinch reduced from 0.17N to 0.12N.
Drone Pod Modifications
- Increased Drone Pod charge time from 2.5 to 3 minutes.
- Reduced Drone Pod active drone duration from 10 to 8 seconds.
- Reduced Drone Pod damage from 60 to 50 damage.
Zombies Update
- Ashes of the Damned
- The difficulty for the Boss fight has been reduced.
- Hoard Husk now regenerates after one minute of collection, granting 25% more health.
- Missiles have reduced effectiveness and will no longer fire during a Beam Attack charge.
- Interrupting the Beam Attack no longer affects its cooldown before round 100.
- Damage to passengers riding in Ol’ Tessie has been reduced, and the repair cooldown has been removed.
- Cooldown on the boss ramming Ol’ Tessie during its immune phase has been increased.
- Zursa will now only spawn in Solo after round 100 and has reduced speed.
Endgame Availability
- Endgame is now accessible to all players who own Call of Duty: Black Ops 7.
For a complete overview of the changes to individual weapons and more, check out the official CoD website.
What are main features of the Black Ops 7 update? The recent update introduces crucial weapon balancing adjustments and the highly anticipated Double XP weekend.
How does aim assist impact gameplay in Black Ops 7? The improved aim assist allows for greater precision, particularly beneficial for SMG players who can now compete more effectively against assault rifle users.
Are there any nerfs in this update? Yes, assault rifles have received a nerf in terms of flinch, making them slightly less dominant in the gameplay landscape.
What changes were made to the Drone Pod? The Drone Pod’s charge time has been increased, and its active duration has been decreased, impacting tactical gameplay in certain situations.
Is Endgame accessible for all players? Yes, the Endgame mode is now available to everyone who has Call of Duty: Black Ops 7.
With these changes in place, there’s plenty to explore. Dive back into Black Ops 7 this weekend and make the most of your Double XP experience! For more tips and strategies, keep following Moyens I/O.