The latest entry in the series, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, launched with high expectations but early feedback from solo players is far from positive. According to player reports, the campaign’s always-online requirement and lack of AI allies are recent campaign nightmares unleashed.
The game’s campaign is built around a four-person squad led by David Mason. However, solo players can still dive into the action. Yet the catch: The mode remains online-only and cannot be paused. If a daily update drops mid-mission, it will boot players out entirely.
On top of that, the absence of AI teammates leaves solo players isolated. The squad dialogue still plays as though full team voices are present but in reality you’re fighting alone. Many community members describe the experience as “disconnected” and “unpolished”.
This shift suggests the campaign was designed primarily for co-op cooperation, with solo play treated as a secondary afterthought. For players used to classic single-player Call of Duty missions, the change is jarring. Whether this reflects a broader shift in the franchise or a misjudged design choice remains to be seen.
For those diving into Black Ops 7 solo, the advice is clear: Expect interruptions, plan accordingly, and know you may face a rough ride. Meanwhile, the community watches closely for responses from developer Treyarch.
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