Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 arrives with one of the strongest multiplayer map lineups in the series, featuring 18 launch maps—16 designed for 6v6 and 2 for 20v20 Skirmish battles. With a blend of brand-new arenas and fan-favorite remasters, the map pool encourages playstyles ranging from tight run-and-gun firefights to BO7 Bot Lobbies highly strategic, objective-driven warfare.

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This guide covers all launch maps, size overviews, which maps are best for Ranked, and how to create your own downloadable "Map Overview PDF."

All Black Ops 7 Launch Maps

Below is the complete, confirmed launch map list categorized for 6v6 and 20v20 multiplayer.

Core 6v6 Maps

#Map NameNotes

1Blackheart6v6

2Cortex2v2–6v6

3Exposure6v6

4Imprint6v6

5The Forge6v6

6Toshin6v6

7Colossus6v6

8Den6v6

9Flagship2v2–6v6

10Homestead6v6

11Paranoia2v2–6v6

12Retrieval6v6

13Scar6v6

14Express (Remaster)6v6

15Hijacked (Remaster)6v6

16Raid (Remaster)6v6

Large-Scale / Skirmish (20v20) Maps

  Mission: Edge – Skirmish 20v20

  Mission: Tide – Skirmish 20v20

Additional Launch Window Info

  Preseason map count: 19 total playable maps.

  Nuketown 2025 releases shortly after launch, not at day one.

Map Sizes, Lanes & Control Points

Understanding a map before you load in gives you a major edge.

Size Breakdown

  16 Core Maps:

    Designed for 6v6 combat

    Fast, aggressive pacing

    Classic three-lane structure

  2 Skirmish Maps:

    Large, open, objective-driven

    Built for 20v20, wider spacing, long flanks

    Utilize wingsuit routes and grapple traversal

  Remastered Maps (Express, Hijacked, Raid):

    Still tight and condensed

    Ideal for SMGs, shotguns, and fast rotations

Three-Lane Design (Why It Matters)

Nearly all core maps follow the traditional Call of Duty three-lane flow:

  Left lane – flank opportunities

  Center lane – highest traffic

  Right lane – secondary push path

Mastering lane timing lets you:

  Catch predictable rotations

  Control chokepoints

  Set up crossfire angles

  Break or defend objectives more effectively

How to Create a Map Overview PDF (Download-Style Resource)

If you want a quick reference during play sessions or scrims:

1. Collect each map's layout screenshot

2. Add a section for:

    Map Name

    Mode (6v6 / 20v20)

    Best Use (Casual / Ranked)

    Key Lanes

    Top Callouts

3. Place them on an A4 or landscape layout

4. Export as a PDF

5. Print or keep it open on a second monitor

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Mode Summary & Season Outlook

18 launch maps with diverse pacing and mode suitability. Smaller maps will dominate TDM, Kill Confirmed, and casual playlists. Large-scale Skirmish maps highlight new objective mechanics. Season 1 will likely adjust rotations and introduce Ranked-specific map pools.