Activision is set to reveal Black Ops 7 on August 19 during the Opening Night Live showcase, with a gameplay reveal planned at Gamescom, teasing remastered maps from Black Ops 2 and new features to boost its relevance.

Leaker 'TheGhostofHope' suggests BO7 will include remastered maps Hijacked, Raid, and Express, with more remasters planned, and hints at returning features like active camo and specialist abilities.

The game is expected to reintroduce specialist abilities such as active camo and grapple hooks, along with a weekly challenge format, echoing Black Ops 4's mechanics, though these features may be divisive among fans.

Black Ops 7 is positioning itself as both a nostalgic callback and a risky experiment, with a larger, more chaotic multiplayer mode resembling Ground War, featuring a wingsuit and expansive maps, though early impressions suggest it might not be well-received.

A new feature allowing players to accumulate scorestreaks in one life aims to maintain momentum but has sparked debate over gameplay balance.

Leaks describe a Ground War-style mode as potentially chaotic and lacking structure, with the addition of a wingsuit adding a new but uncertain element.

Uplink mode is expected to return and could replace Control in the Call of Duty League, indicating a shift in competitive gameplay.

Some leaks suggest the overall multiplayer experience might face criticism, especially regarding larger map-based modes and the chaotic nature of new features.

Activision has faced community criticism over gameplay decisions and cosmetic items, increasing pressure to deliver features fans desire in BO7.

Rumors indicate Tac Sprint may be omitted from BO7, a feature that could be divisive, although some insiders hint at its possible return.

Specialist abilities like active camo and grappling hooks are rumored to return, with a weekly challenge format, but their inclusion remains unconfirmed.

Black Ops 7 will continue its Cold War-era narrative, blending nostalgic content with new gameplay enhancements, and will feature more vibrant visuals and possibly fewer interactive doors.