Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is expected to launch without support for the Nintendo Switch 2, despite Microsoft’s binding 10-year legal commitment to bring Call of Duty to Nintendo platforms.
In 2023, Microsoft pledged to release future Call of Duty titles with full feature and content parity on Nintendo systems, launching simultaneously with Xbox, as part of its efforts to gain regulatory approval for the Activision Blizzard acquisition. Microsoft stated that Nintendo users would “experience Call of Duty just as Xbox and PlayStation gamers enjoy it.” The franchise has been absent from Nintendo consoles since Call of Duty: Ghosts for Wii U in 2013.
According to reliable leaker billbil-kun (via Dealabs), Black Ops 7 is scheduled for release on November 14, 2025, on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. While a Switch 2 version may follow later, it will not be available at launch alongside Xbox.
In June, following the official announcement of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, both Activision and Nintendo were reportedly collaborating to bring the long-running FPS series to Switch. In a statement to IGN, Activision confirmed ongoing efforts: "We’re committed to getting the franchise on Switch. Both teams are working on it. Will share details when ready."
Meanwhile, billbil-kun noted that the Xbox versions will include a physical disc release, differing from recent Microsoft Xbox titles.
Pricing is rumored at 79.99 euros, equivalent to $69.99 in the U.S. In July, Microsoft reversed its earlier plan to raise game prices beyond $70, confirming it would not sell Obsidian’s The Outer Worlds 2—or any of its holiday titles—at $80. Based on billbil-kun’s report, Black Ops 7 will maintain the $70 price point.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 will be revealed live on August 19 during Opening Night Live at gamescom. More details will be shared then.
