Season 2 for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone drops February 5, 2026, bringing massive content updates including Ranked Play, winter Rebirth Island, and seven new weapons. Here’s your complete guide to pre-loading the update so you’re ready to jump in the moment servers go live.
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Warzone Pre-Load Details
| Platform | Pre-Load Date | Download Size | Season 2 Launch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battle.net (PC) | February 3 | ~41 GB | February 5, 9 AM PT |
| PlayStation 4/5 | February 4 | TBA (~40-45 GB) | February 5, 9 AM PT |
| Xbox One/Series X|S | February 4 | TBA (~40-45 GB) | February 5, 9 AM PT |
| Steam (PC) | Not Available | – | February 5, 9 AM PT |
How to Pre-Load Season 2 Update
Battle.net (Available Now): Battle.net received pre-load first on February 3. Open your launcher, navigate to Call of Duty, and the ~41 GB Season 2 update should appear automatically.
PlayStation & Xbox (Available February 4): Console pre-load becomes available 24 hours before launch. Check automatic update settings or manually search for updates in your game library.
Steam: No pre-load available. Steam players must download Season 2 content on February 5 at 9 AM PT.
What’s Included in Season 2
Multiplayer: Four launch maps (Torment, Sake, Nexus, remastered Slums) with mid-season additions. New Safeguard and Overdrive modes alongside Ranked Play.
Warzone: Rebirth Island Winter Refresh with snow coverage, new POIs (Turbine/Outpost), and Snowstorm Gas. Ranked Play: Resurgence debuts with weapon restrictions.
Weapons: Seven weapons including EGRT-17 Assault Rifle, REV-46 SMG, H311-SAW Melee (Battle Pass), plus GDL Havoc Special, SG-12 Shotgun, Swordfish A1, and Voyak KT-3.
Zombies: Mars survival map and mid-season Paradox Junction round-based map, plus Cursed Survival mode.
Why Pre-Loading Matters
Pre-loading ensures you’re ready to play immediately when Season 2 launches. With a 41 GB download size, players on slower connections could face hours of waiting without pre-loading. This feature prevents server congestion on launch day and guarantees you won’t miss the Season 1 Battle Pass deadline (ends February 5 at 9 AM PT).
For more Call of Duty updates and FPS game guides, visit our Call of Duty coverage and competitive gaming section. Check the official Call of Duty blog for complete Season 2 patch notes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can Steam users pre-load Black Ops 7 Season 2?
No, Steam does not support pre-loading for this update—Steam players must download the full Season 2 content starting February 5 at 9 AM PT.
Q: What happens to my Season 1 Battle Pass after February 5?
The Season 1 Battle Pass ends permanently at 9 AM PT on February 5, so claim all rewards (skins, weapons, etc.) before the deadline or lose them forever.
