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CoD: Black Ops 6 & Warzone Mode Playlists, Explained

Author : Matthew Feb 08,2025

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 & Warzone Playlist Update - January 9, 2025

Black Ops 6 and Warzone offer a dynamic range of game modes, including popular choices like Battle Royale and Resurgence, alongside classic Multiplayer options such as Team Deathmatch, Domination, and Search & Destroy. The experience is kept fresh through a rotating playlist system featuring Limited-Time Modes (LTMs). This guide details the current playlists and the playlist update schedule.

Understanding Call of Duty Playlists

Call of Duty's playlist system, utilized in both Black Ops 6 and Warzone, regularly rotates game modes, maps, and team sizes to maintain a consistently engaging experience. This prevents gameplay from becoming repetitive and introduces new challenges and variations.

Playlist Update Schedule

Black Ops 6 and Warzone playlist updates are typically released weekly, every Thursday at 10 AM PT. These updates introduce new modes, adjust player counts, or align with ongoing events. While the schedule is generally consistent, occasional variations may occur, particularly around major events or seasonal releases. Some updates may focus on minor adjustments rather than significant mode changes.

Active Playlists (January 9, 2025)

Black Ops 6:

Multiplayer:

  • Red Light Green Light
  • Pentathlon
  • Squid Game Moshpit
  • Prop Hunt
  • Nuketown 24/7
  • Stakeout 24/7 (Quick Play)
  • Face Off Moshpit (Quick Play)
  • 10v10 Moshpit (Quick Play)

Zombies:

  • Standard (Solo, Squad): Citadelle des Morts, Terminus, Liberty Falls
  • Directed (Solo, Squad): Citadelle des Morts, Terminus, Liberty Falls
  • Dead Light, Green Light

Warzone:

  • Squid Game: Warzone – Battle Royale – Quads
  • Battle Royale – Solos, Duos, Trios, Quads
  • Area 99 Resurgence Quads
  • Rebirth Resurgence Quads
  • Plunder Quads
  • Resurgence Rotation – Solos, Duos, Trios
  • Warzone Ranked Play (20 Top Placements Required)
  • Private Match
  • Warzone Bootcamp

Next Playlist Update

The next playlist update is scheduled for January 16, 2025, the third-to-last update before Season 2. This update will likely introduce new modes and prepare for the upcoming season's content.

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