The much-anticipated launch of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is just around the corner. Activision has shared all the critical details regarding the game’s release time, preloading options, and file size across different platforms.
Preload Information
Preloading for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is now available on all platforms, giving players the opportunity to download the game ahead of its official release. This includes PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One, allowing users to dive straight into the game once it becomes live.
The preload includes key components of the game such as the campaign, multiplayer, and zombies mode. Players will need to ensure they have sufficient space on their hard drives, with storage requirements varying across platforms. According to Destructoid, the game will require the following:
- PC: 148 GB (78 GB if you already have COD HQ installed)
- PlayStation: 51.27 GB
- Xbox: 112 GB
Launch Time
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will officially launch on October 25, with availability times differing depending on the platform and region. For Xbox, PC (Microsoft, including Game Pass), and PlayStation users, the game will be unlocked between 1:00 AM and 8:00 AM CEST (Spanish Peninsular Time). Meanwhile, Battle.net and Steam versions will unlock at 6:00 AM CEST on the same day.
PC-Specific Features
The game will also feature several PC enhancements, such as ultrawide monitor support and AMD FSR 3.1, which allows players to use lower resolutions while still maintaining high performance. Additionally, frame generation technology will also be supported, giving PC users more flexibility to optimize their gaming experience.
PC System Requirements
Minimum:
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit
- Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 1400 / Intel Core i5-6600
- RAM: 8 GB
- Graphics Card: AMD Radeon RX 470 / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 / Intel Arc A580
- VRAM: 2 GB
- Storage: SSD with 102 GB available at launch
Recommended:
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit / Windows 11 64-bit
- Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 1600X / Intel Core i7-6700K
- RAM: 12 GB
- Graphics Card: AMD Radeon RX 6600XT / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080Ti / RTX 3060
- VRAM: 8 GB
- Storage: SSD with 102 GB available at launch
Competitive/4K Ultra:
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit / Windows 11 64-bit
- Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 2700X / Intel Core i7-8700K
- RAM: 16 GB
- Graphics Card: AMD Radeon RX 6800XT / NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 / RTX 4070
- VRAM: 10 GB
- Storage: SSD with 102 GB available at launch
Conclusion
With Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 set to release soon, fans can now prepare by preloading the game across all platforms. Be sure to check the storage requirements and system specs to ensure a smooth experience, and get ready for the return of one of the most beloved franchises in the FPS genre.
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