Black Ops 6 celebrates the biggest launch in Call of Duty history with some BIG rewards for fans. Here’s what you need to know.

Black Ops 6 celebrates the biggest launch in Call of Duty history with some BIG rewards for fans. Here's what you need to know.

What you need to know

  • 30 days after the launch of Black Ops 6, Activision has announced this year’s blockbuster was the biggest launch in Call of Duty history.
  • Black Ops 6 ranked #1 in total players, hours played, and total matches.
  • To celebrate the milestone, Treyarch has announced plans to initiate a double XP weekend on Wednesday, November 27.
  • Fan-favorite modes Prop Hunt, and Stakeout 24/7 (Core and Hardcore varients) will also return to the playlist rotation for the weekend to celebrate.

As someone who has been following the Call of Duty franchise for over two decades now, witnessing the unprecedented success of Black Ops 6 is truly exhilarating. The sheer scale of this launch, breaking records set by its own predecessors, is nothing short of awe-inspiring. It’s like watching a seasoned athlete setting new world records year after year.


Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 has experienced an unprecedented post-release phase, surpassing previous records within just a month of its release across various platforms, including Xbox Game Pass. It currently holds the top position for number of players, total hours played, and overall matches, making it the most successful launch in Call of Duty’s 20-year history.

The significant debut of this project isn’t solely celebrated by Treyarch, Raven Software, and Activision’s development and publishing teams. It’s also a substantial milestone for Xbox, who acquired Activision following a detailed regulatory process. Microsoft recently disclosed a 43% rise in gaming income year-on-year, partly due to Call of Duty’s groundbreaking launch. Furthermore, the franchise has attracted a multitude of fresh and returning gamers, not only on PlayStation and Steam but also via its debut on Xbox Game Pass on day one.

Black Ops 6 celebrates the biggest launch in Call of Duty history with some BIG rewards for fans. Here's what you need to know.

As a tech enthusiast and diehard Black Ops 6 player, I’m thrilled to share that Treyarch has some fantastic news for us! In recognition of the game’s successful first 30 days, they’re rolling out Double XP starting from Wednesday, November 27th. This means a perfect timing for those of us striving for Prestige Master, as we can accelerate our progress over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. To make things even sweeter, pairing this Double XP weekend with our handy XP-grinding guide will help you climb through the ranks more swiftly. Happy gaming!

Alongside earning double XP, two well-loved game modes will reappear in regular playlist rotation. One of these is Prop Hunt, a creative spin on hide-and-seek, where one team’s characters transform into assorted in-game objects. Prior to each round, the prop team can conceal themselves anywhere on the map. The opposing team must then locate the disguised players (who will occasionally emit whistles, revealing their positions). Time is of the essence, as it counts down towards zero.

24/7 Stakeout will make a comeback in both main and intense gameplay lists, allowing gamers an opportunity to advance their weapon camouflage progression. Stakeout is a compact map featuring three lanes nestled between two apartment interiors. The corridors are elongated, offering numerous possibilities for tight, close-quarters confrontations. In the 24/7 Stakeout playlist, the map remains consistent across all matches, while players can select between Team Deathmatch, Kill Confirmed, Kill Order, Domination, or Hardpoint game modes.

If you find zombie games more appealing than multiplayer or Warzone, there’s no need to worry. In fact, Treyarch is offering double Gobblegum rewards this week too!

Thanks for the support, everyone! How about an early 2XP Weekend to celebrate, starting Wednesday?Oh… and Prop Hunt, Stakeout 24/7, and Hardcore Stakeout 24/7 starting Wednesday, too? 🫡 https://t.co/p9CxHxFHdmNovember 25, 2024

During an ongoing double XP event in Black Ops 6, you won’t be able to activate your old XP tokens. If, like my colleague Richard Devine, you find that the game seems to be at odds with XP accumulation, this extended double XP period presents a great opportunity to make significant progress in your prestige grind.

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2024-11-26 00:09