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Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Rumored Release Date, Reveal Plans, and New Movement Details

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Rumored Release Date, Reveal Plans, and New Movement Details

Credible sources now suggest Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 may launch on November 14, 2025, which would make it the latest fall release in franchise history, edging just past Black Ops: Cold War’s launch. It’s not set in stone, but the timing aligns neatly with Microsoft’s packed October calendar and leaves November wide open for the next Black Ops to take center stage. That means fans can anticipate the worldwide reveal live at Gamescom on August 19, where details about maps, gameplay features, and the official trailer will finally emerge.

How Black Ops 7 Could Shape the Call of Duty League

The timing here isn’t lost on competitive fans. If Black Ops 7 drops mid-November, the Call of Duty League (CDL) could capitalize by syncing its kickoff event with the initial hype, perhaps as early as December. In the past, seasons that started as late as March failed to capture the momentum. Last year’s December kickoff had better results, and a November release could keep that momentum rolling.

Black Ops 7: No Jetpacks, Wall Running, But “Evolution of Omnimovement”

Now let’s talk gameplay innovation. Rumors about jetpacks or wall-running coming back? Not happening. Activision has stated outright: Black Ops 7 will introduce neither jetpacks nor wall-running. Instead, it will debut what they call an evolution of omnimovement, a nod to movement mechanics that add depth and skill, but with feet firmly on the ground. For context, the game is set 30 years before Black Ops 3, so sci-fi movement is a no-go.

Why This Movement Matters

In past releases, major updates to player movement have shifted skill gaps and upended the power rankings in the CDL. Aggressive SMG players like aBeZy, Shotzzy, and Simp often thrive when the pace is faster or skill expression is higher. If the new omnimovement system lands somewhere between the older boots-on-the-ground gameplay and the fluidity fans crave, expect new meta shakeups.

What to Watch for at the Black Ops 7 Reveal

Here’s what players and fans should watch for during the official reveal on August 19:

  • Gameplay footage with first looks at the evolution of omnimovement
  • In-depth breakdown of campaign storyline
  • Multiplayer and CDL-specific features
  • Cutscenes or mechanics that tie into classic Black Ops story arcs

Call of Duty Esports World Cup Coaching Rule: How the New Comms Policy Upsets the Competitive Field

Satyam Kumar
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Call of Duty Esports World Cup Coaching Rule: How the New Comms Policy Upsets the Competitive Field

Just days before the start of the Esports World Cup’s Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 (BO6) event in Riyadh, tournament organizers dropped a bombshell. For the first time in Call of Duty history, coaches will be allowed on-stage voice communication with their teams during live matches, a move that’s splitting the pro scene and sending analysts scrambling to re-evaluate favorites.

What’s the New Coaching Rule?

  • Coaches can join live comms during Hardpoint and Control.
  • For Search & Destroy, coaches can interact with teams between rounds.

Never before have Call of Duty pros competed with their coach’s voice guiding them during play. Traditionally, success has hinged on in-game leaders and players’ split-second decisions. This shift adds a new tactical variable that teams have only days to absorb.

Why Are Pros and Coaches Divided?

Octane, world champion and respected commentator, made his view clear: letting coaches call shots during matches blurs what separates elite players—reacting under pressure. He warned that this might undermine top-tier competition and urged the Call of Duty League (CDL) not to make this standard practice.

But not everyone agrees. JKap, former world champ and coach, and others see this as a way for strategy-minded teams to thrive. “It makes coaches more impactful,” JKap noted, emphasizing the potential for better structure and in-game adaptability.

Parasite, another former pro, argued the change could raise the overall level of play and make matches more entertaining, as teams with strong coaching could address chemistry gaps and make better mid-game adjustments.

Which Teams Stand to Gain?

Let’s break it down:

  • Veteran squads with experienced coaches—like Atlanta FaZe, LA Thieves, and OpTic Texas—are projected to benefit most. Their coaches are ex-pros, familiar with every nuance, and often have longstanding chemistry with their teams.
  • Newer rosters or less cohesive squads could mask communication issues or inexperience, gaining extra direction from sideline experts.
  • Still, tournament favorites remain largely unchanged: FaZe, LAT, and OpTic stay on top of most analysts’ lists, though the coaching twist could help dark horses like Vancouver Surge mount a surprise run.

What Does This Mean for Competitive Call of Duty?

  • Strategic ceiling gets a boost: Coaches can dissect opponents in real time and guide their sides through complex rotations or recoveries.
  • Pressure on IGLs (in-game leaders): With coaches in comms, in-game leadership dynamics may shift or playmakers’ instincts could be muted.
  • Entertainment factor: More tactical diversity may lead to closer, more unpredictable matches.

A last-minute rule change is throwing every team, coach, and analyst into uncharted territory. With $1.8 million up for grabs and the world’s top teams competing, this Esports World Cup is already one for the history books—no matter who takes home the trophy

Jio & KRAFTON Launch India’s First-Ever Gaming Pack, Powered by BGMI

Satyam Kumar
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Jio & KRAFTON Launch India’s First-Ever Gaming Pack, Powered by BGMI

 In a game-changing move for India’s mobile gaming community, Jio, India’s digital lifeline, in partnership with KRAFTON India, the publisher of India’s most loved battle royale game – BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI), has launched India’s first-ever gaming pack.  This is the first time any operator is offering a gaming-specific plan — and it’s only fitting that it begins with the country’s most iconic gaming title.

This collaboration brings together industry leaders with a shared vision: to empower India’s rapidly growing gaming community – a surge fuelled by widespread internet accessibility across the nation.

Priced at just INR 495/month, the Jio Gaming Pack offers exceptional value to Jio users by combining ultra-fast 5G connectivity on India’s most advanced 5G network, and exclusive in-game rewards for BGMI players — all in a single, seamless recharge.

Jio Gaming Packs
MRPConnectivity benefitsGaming / Other BenefitsPlan Validity
495Data: 1.5 GB/day + 5 GBUnlimited voiceJioGames Cloud SubscriptionBGMI Skins Coupon28 days
545Data: Unlimited 5G data, 2 GB/day + 5 GBUnlimited voice28 days

Seddharth Merrotra, Head – Business Development and Partnerships, KRAFTON India, added, At KRAFTON, our mission has always been to elevate and democratize gaming experiences for Indian players. With over 200 million downloads and one of the most passionate communities in the country, BGMI has become more than just a game, it’s a cultural phenomenon.”

Delighted to collaborate with Jio, he further added, “Our partnership with Jio is a strategic step towards unlocking the next generation of gamers of our country where mobile-first gaming is booming. Jio’s unmatched digital infrastructure combined with our immersive game content creates a powerful ecosystem where access, performance, and experience go hand in hand. Together, we’re not just enabling gameplay, we’re building the future of gaming in India.”

A Jio spokesperson said: “Gaming is an integral part of India’s digital lifestyle, and Jio is committed to enhancing that experience. With this gaming pack, we are not just providing connectivity; we are delivering real value by offering 5G connectivity, Cloud Gaming Subscription, and Exclusive in-game rewards with a single recharge. This partnership with BGMI sets a new benchmark in the industry.”

Unlocking the Power of the Jio Gaming Pack – Empowering Gamers with Seamless Connectivity and Exclusive Rewards

With the new Jio Gaming Pack, users receive:

  1. Special coupons to claim premium skins like the Bard’s Journey Set, Desert Taskforce Mask, and Tap Boom Molotov Cocktail of Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) as in-game rewards with every recharge
  2. JioGames Subscription enabling gameplay across 500+ premium cloud-based game titles
  3. With Cloud Gaming, there is no console or download required – stream instantly anytime-anywhere on devices like Smartphones, Jio Set-Top Box, Web Browsers, and Android TVs

How to redeem and activate your in-game rewards

  1. Step 1: Recharge with the Jio Gaming Pack. You’ll receive a confirmation SMS
  2. Step 2: Receive unique BGMI reward codes on MyJio App (→ Profile → Coupons & Winnings) 
  3. Step 3: Redeem codes on BGMI’s official redemption site, https://www.battlegroundsmobileindia.com/redeem ( → Enter Your Character ID, Redemption Code & verify CAPTCHA → press “Confirm” button). You will receive a message: “Code has been redeemed” on successful redemption 

How to access your JioGames Cloud subscription

  1. Install & Open JioGames App – https://jiogames.page.link/GPack
  2. Log in with your recharged Jio number
  3. Start playing – cloud gaming access is pre-activated

Availability of the Pack

The Jio Gaming Pack is now available for recharge across platforms. Gamers can enjoy seamless access to premium cloud games while unlocking exclusive benefits through MyJio app or by visiting www.jio.com.

Jio continues to redefine connectivity and the future of digital entertainment, putting power, performance, and play in the hands of every Indian gamer.

Meta launches gaming accelerator to Power India’s Game Developers

Yash More
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Meta launches gaming accelerator to Power India’s Game Developers

In a significant move set to reshape India’s gaming landscape, Meta has unveiled the Meta Gaming Accelerator, a comprehensive initiative aimed at empowering small and medium-sized gaming studios across the country. The program, launched during the Meta Marketing Summit – Gaming Edition, is strategically crafted to support emerging Indian developers with the tools, funding, and mentorship required to scale their creations globally.

India’s gaming industry has rapidly evolved into one of the most vibrant ecosystems globally, driven by mobile-first adoption, a burgeoning creator economy, and increasing integration of artificial intelligence in game design. Recognizing this momentum, Meta has partnered with four leading venture capital firms – Bitkraft Ventures, Kalaari Capital, Lumikai Fund, and Elevation Capital—to roll out the accelerator.

The first cohort of the program will include 20 to 30 promising game developers. Participants will undergo a structured curriculum focused on monetization strategies, user acquisition, cross-border market scaling, and AI-driven development. A unique highlight of the initiative is the integration of Meta’s proprietary AI models, including Llama, into game storytelling and optimization.

“India’s developer community is brimming with talent. Our goal is to turn that talent into globally successful gaming enterprises,” said Arun Srinivas, Managing Director and Head of Meta India. He emphasized the need for connecting creators to opportunities through access to Meta’s advertising infrastructure and strategic industry guidance.

The program will culminate in a Demo Day, where selected developers will present their innovations to investors, Meta executives, and key stakeholders. The most promising participants stand a chance to receive platform-level promotion and potential investment support to further their business growth.

This accelerator is more than just a developmental platform—it’s a launchpad that underscores Meta’s long-term commitment to nurturing India’s digital economy and turning gaming into a central pillar of global digital innovation.

Schedule 1 Players Warned: Harmful Mods Contain Dangerous Malware

Yash More
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Schedule 1 Players Warned: Harmful Mods Contain Dangerous Malware

PC gamers enjoying Schedule 1, the hit drug kingpin simulator of 2025, are being urged to uninstall two popular mods after experts confirmed they contain serious malware. The affected mods, Increased Stack Size Limit and Backpack Mod Reuploaded, were available on a major modding website before being taken down on April 11. Anyone who downloaded these mods after 10:29 PM IST on April 11 could be at risk of having their credentials stolen, their system accessed without permission, and their personal data breached.

The malware was hidden in a recent update to the Increased Stack Size Limit mod. It ran secret scripts in the background, making it almost impossible for users to detect. Security researchers found that the malware could steal login details for services like Steam, Discord, and even online banking. The mods were quickly removed from the site, but this incident highlights the growing danger of malware targeting gaming communities.

Schedule 1 has quickly become one of the most popular games of the year, attracting a large modding community. Its open design encourages players to create mods that change inventory systems and add new features. Unfortunately, this popularity has also made it a target for hackers. Similar attacks have been seen in other games this year, where malware was spread through mods and updates.

Players are strongly advised to:

  • Uninstall the compromised mods immediately.
  • Run a full antivirus scan with the latest updates.
  • Change passwords for all accounts accessed on their PC, using a secure device if possible.

This situation is similar to past security issues in other games, where hackers used mods and updates to spread malware. In this case, the attack came from a mod update rather than an in-game exploit.

Until further security measures are announced, players should only download mods from trusted sources, avoid outdated or reuploaded files, and stay informed through community channels. With malware threats on the rise in PC gaming, staying alert is the best way to protect your accounts and your computer.

How to Dominate Stepwell for the Dive Master Title in BGMI 4.0

Moin Khot
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How to Dominate Stepwell for the Dive Master Title in BGMI 4.0

BGMI 4.0 has landed, and the Dive Master achievement in Stepwell is your next shot at glory

To unlock the Dive Master achievement, all you need to do is take five fearless leaps into the Stepwell’s water zone, all within a single Classic match. Sounds easy? Not quite. First, you’ll need to track down the Stepwell, which only shows up on select maps and is marked with a special landmark icon. Look out for a deep vertical shaft, winding spiral stairs, and a glimmering pool at the bottom, that’s your arena. Once you’re there, it’s all about perfect timing, safe landings, and five solid dives to claim the title.

Here’s How to Complete the Dive Master Achievement

  1. Drop near a Stepwell: Look for the Stepwell structure on the map during flight path planning.
  2. Reach the top ledge: Use stairs or climbable areas around the well to get to a diving point.
  3. Jump into the water: Make sure you land in the water to trigger the dive count.
  4. Repeat five times in one match: You must do all five dives in a single Classic game. Elimination or match exit will reset progress.

Pro Tips:

  • It’s safer to land early and claim the Stepwell before other squads arrive.
  • Use smoke or eliminate enemies nearby to avoid interruptions mid-dive.
  • Equip lightweight gear, you don’t need heavy loot for this one.

Also read: Inside BGMI 4.0: Interview with Karan Gaikwad, Lead of Product Team, KRAFTON India

Completing the Dive Master challenge doesn’t just earn you achievement points — it also pushes you closer to key event milestones in the 4.0 update.

It’s one of several new missions shaking up gameplay, alongside standout features like Ghost Mode and the Diwali-themed events, all designed to keep every match fresh and unpredictable.

The Dive Master challenge is one of several new in-match missions KRAFTON has introduced to test your movement and exploration skills.

So, dive in, literally, and show off your air-time finesse in BGMI 4.0! Jump into a Classic match and earn your Dive Master bragging rights now!

Valorant Season 2025 Act 3: Map Rotation, Battle Pass, and Gameplay Updates Revealed

Satyam Kumar
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Valorant Season 2025 Act 3: Map Rotation, Battle Pass, and Gameplay Updates Revealed

Valorant’s Season 2025 Act 3 is set to launch in early June 2025, continuing Riot Games’ revamped seasonal structure. This update brings significant map pool changes, cosmetic additions, and gameplay adjustments, aligning with the developer’s focus on strategic diversity and competitive freshness.

Map Rotation Shakes Up Meta

The competitive map pool sees Fracture removed and Sunset reintroduced, marking the first major rotation since Act 2. Fracture’s exit follows mixed community feedback, with players praising its unique dual-site design but criticizing post-plant stalemates. Sunset returns after a two-act hiatus, now optimized for the latest agent meta, including Tejo’s area-control abilities. Bind remains in rotation, retaining its position as a fan-favorite for its teleporter-driven gameplay. The changes aim to balance tactical depth and viewer engagement, particularly for upcoming events like Masters Toronto.

New Battle Pass and Cosmetics

Act 3’s Battle Pass features the Bite Shift skin line, offering sleek, modular designs for the Vandal, Sheriff, and Operator, alongside a butterfly knife variant with dynamic inspect animations. A free track includes the “Serpent’s Strike” player card and “Golden Fang” gun buddy, while premium tiers unlock animated sprays like “Dragon’s Breath” and the Tacti-Bear Flex cosmetic.

Agent Updates and Balance Changes

While no new agent launches in Act 3, Riot plans adjustments to underperforming characters. Deadlock receives buffs to her Sonic Sensor range, and Harbor’s Cascade ability now deploys faster to enhance site-execute flexibility. These tweaks follow player feedback from recent tournaments, where initiators like Tejo dominated pick rates.

Ranked and Premier Updates

The ranked reset at Act 3’s launch incorporates a Rank Shield system, preventing demotions between major tiers (e.g., Platinum 1 to Gold 3) to reduce ladder anxiety. Premier mode introduces a revamped overtime system for tied matches, alongside updated leaderboards tracking regional standings.

Community Reactions

Discussions highlight polarized opinions on Fracture’s removal, with some praising its strategic uniqueness and others welcoming Sunset’s return for its mid-range duels. Pro teams like Paper Rex face adaptation challenges, having relied on Fracture as a staple map.

Valorant Season 2025 Act 3 launches June 3–4, 2025. Players can pre-load the update 24 hours prior, with server maintenance expected to last four hours.

How To Watch Replays in Valorant?

Sonu Banerjee
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How To Watch Replays in Valorant?

Following months of constant requests from the community, Riot Games has finally delivered, and the highly anticipated Valorant replay system has officially arrived with the game’s 11.06 update.

The long-awaited Valorant replay system gives players the ability to revisit their matches and watch replays across multiple game modes, whether it’s for deeper analysis, creating highlights, or watching a match from the enemy’s perspective. However, the system isn’t without its limitations.

In this article, we’ll take a look at how to watch replays in Valorant with this newly-added feature.

How To Watch Replays in Valorant?

Watching match recaps in Valorant with the new replay system is fairly straightforward and intuitive.

First, you have to head over to your career page and go to your match history. From there, locate the specific match you want to review, and with just a click, you’ll be able to download the full match replay.

Wait for the download to finish, and you’ll be able to jump into the match VOD right away!

Valorant Replay System Limitations

At the time of its release, the Valorant replay system will have certain limitations associated with it that Riot Games has already acknowledged.

For starters, players will only be able to watch replays from the following game modes:

  • Unrated
  • Competitive
  • Swiftplay
  • Premier

Most importantly, you won’t be able to download or watch replays of other players. This means you still can’t view your favorite pros’ matches from the game client or experience VCT and Valorant esports in general from a specific player’s perspective.

Lastly, players will only be able to download replays from the patch that is currently live. For instance, if you played a match on patch 11.06, you won’t be able to download or watch its replay once patch 11.07 is released. As soon as a new update goes live, all replays from the previous patch become inaccessible.

Valorant Replay System Release Date

As confirmed by Riot, the Valorant replay system will be available in-game for players to use starting September 16, 2025, with the 11.06 update.

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MongolZ Beats FaZe to Reach FISSURE Playground 2 Playoffs

Sarjyo Mukherjee
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MongolZ Beats FaZe to Reach FISSURE Playground 2 Playoffs

The MongolZ is in the playoffs of the Fissure Playground 2, having beaten FaZe Clan with a 2-1 scoreline. The Asian side had a field day against the FaZe roster that is on its last legs and is now heading to Belgrade Arena for the LAN playoffs.

VETO

  • The MongolZ removed Train
  • FaZe removed Overpass
  • The MongolZ picked Mirage
  • FaZe picked Inferno
  • The MongolZ removed Dust2
  • FaZe removed Nuke
  • Ancient was left over

Map 1: Mirage; Pick: MongolZ; Winner: MongolZ

MongolZ on their most successful map, went 5-0 up before FaZe managed to get a point on the board. The catastrophic start to the map put FaZe in comeback mode, who somehow struggled and pulled in 5 rounds to close the half with a respectable scoreline. Starting the second half with a pistol round win, FaZe failed to level the score till MongolZ rallied to map point. FaZe started mounting a comeback and were on the verge of nearly pulling it off in the final round of regulation as Tekno’s kill on broky sealed the map for them. Senzu standing up when it mattered, 21 kills from him stood vital for their team to push it to the next map.

Map 2: Inferno; Pick: FaZe; Winner: FaZe

Following a tough loss in the first map, FaZe started strong, going 5-0 up on Inferno. MongolZ recovered late into the half but ended their defense with a 5-round deficit as FaZe edged out with a 7-5 scoreline. While MongolZ managed to recover the game to a degree before FaZe Clan took back control of the game as both teams traded rounds for a while before FaZe hit map point first, failing to capitalize on their lead, the Asian side took the game to overtime. MongolZ kept troubling FaZe in overtime, but the latter managed to push the series to a 3rd map, with frozen bringing home the final back with a 3K. Rain with 26 kills proved to be instrumental against MongolZ, with the rest of his team stepping up when it mattered, and now they are a map away from playoffs, having lost the opening map of the series.

Map 3: Ancient; Pick: Decider; Winner: FaZe

MongolZ disassembled the FaZe defense in the first half, leaving them little to no room for a comeback moving into the second. Total annihilation for the first 7 rounds, followed by both teams trading rounds, led to an 8-4 scoreline favoring the Asian side. The second half was equally poor for FaZe as they failed to post a single round till MongolZ were already at a series point. Two rounds later, MongolZ shuts down the FaZe offense effortlessly and booked their spot in Belgrade.

Rain has been extremely reliable for the side tournament long, and as reports suggest, he will be making way for Twistzz. Little do we know about the direction this FaZe roster is heading, but it will be interesting to see how they manage the team after this event. As for the Fissure playground, they are hanging by a thread, and the next match will either send them through or send them home.

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