The airlock hisses open. Blinking against the sudden glare, you emerge from the Vault, the familiar concrete replaced by… a scrapyard? Apparently, even the apocalypse gets a crossover, because Call of Duty is going full Fallout.
Starting January 15th, the Baron of the Wasteland event in Black Ops 7 and Warzone drops players into a Bottle Cap bonanza. Collect caps and cash in on free rewards – think animated weapon camo, a blueprint, and enough Fallout-themed swag to make Vault-Tec jealous.
Ready to claim your wasteland throne? Here’s your guide to becoming a true “Baron of the Wasteland” in BO7’s latest Fallout-flavored event.
BO7 Baron of the Wasteland event challenges and rewards
Ever notice how some people just *have* to win? They are the apex predators of the leaderboard. This event caters directly to that competitive fire. The Baron of the Wasteland is a leaderboard event in BO7, meaning if you want the really good stuff, you’ll need to outpace the competition. Only the players who hoard the most Nuka-Cola Quantum Bottle Caps will get the top-tier rewards. Here’s what’s up for grabs:
| Placement | Rewards |
|---|---|
| Top 30 | “Baron of the Wasteland” calling card |
| Top 15 | “Sunset Sarsparilla” weapon camo And all above rewards |
| Top 10 | “MINE!” loading screen “Baron of the Wasteland: Top 10” calling card And all above rewards |
| Top 5 | “Quantum Caps” animated weapon camo “Baron of the Wasteland: Champion” calling card And all above rewards |
| First place | “Baron of the Wasteland: Champion” calling card Plus all other available rewards |
Even if you aren’t aiming for leaderboard glory, there are rewards to be earned based on the total number of Bottle Caps you collect.
| Requirement | Reward |
|---|---|
| 20 Bottle Caps | Double XP token |
| 50 Bottle Caps | “Cappy” weapon charm |
| 100 Bottle Caps | Double weapon XP token |
| 180 Bottle Caps | “Waste Raider” Peacekeeper MK1 blueprint |
How to get Bottle Caps in BO7 Baron of the Wasteland
Remember those old arcade games where you frantically hammered buttons for tickets? Collecting Bottle Caps feels a bit like that – in a good way. Nuka-Cola Quantum Bottle Caps drop from enemies that you eliminate in BO7 multiplayer, Zombies, and Endgame. You can also scavenge them from loot caches in Warzone. The simple plan is to load into any BO7 mode and start racking up kills; enemies will drop the Bottle Caps you need.
What is the fastest way to get Bottle Caps?
Efficiency is the name of the game. Focus on game modes where you can eliminate large numbers of weaker enemies quickly. Zombies mode is a solid option. Also, while it’s tempting to wander off the beaten path for those Warzone loot caches, sticking to high-traffic areas will probably yield more Caps per minute.
Can you buy Bottle Caps?
Currently, there is no indication that Bottle Caps can be purchased directly using COD Points or real money (€ currency equivalent if applicable). The event seems focused on rewarding gameplay and participation. This is a good thing, as it keeps the playing field level for everyone.
One final tip: you can earn rewards in Baron of the Wasteland concurrently with the Quantum Exchange event.
How long does the Baron of the Wasteland event last?
Events like this usually have a limited window. Check the official Call of Duty channels, the in-game announcements, or Activision’s social media accounts for the precise end date and time. Don’t wait until the last minute to grind those Caps!