The unveiling of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is set, to premiere right after the Xbox Games Showcase in June. This installment marks the continuation of the annual first-person-shooter series, positioning itself after the predecessors Black Ops 1 to 4 and Cold War, which is regarded as the fifth chapter of the subseries.
In an effort to streamline the series (and perhaps to align it with the similarly numbered Modern Warfare counterparts), the upcoming Black Ops edition returns to the tradition of numerical titling.
The announcement was made through a post on the official Xbox Wire, stating that Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is slated for a comprehensive reveal during a dedicated Direct presentation scheduled immediately following the Xbox Games Showcase on June 9 at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm BST. The Xbox Wire post, however, did not divulge any details about the game itself, prompting us to eagerly await the upcoming showcase in June for more detailed insights and, with luck, a glimpse at the gameplay.
The forthcoming reveal of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 follows the activation of a cryptic website, featuring an interface reminiscent of an alternate reality game (ARG), a catchphrase "The Truth Lies," and visuals potentially linked to the January 6, 2021, incident involving a mass attempt to enter the US Capitol Building.
As we approach the showcased date of June 9, anticipation builds, fueled by the announcement that Treyarch will once again lead development, assisted by Raven Software.
Expectations for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 include the inclusion of both a story-driven campaign and the rich multiplayer experiences historically associated with the series. Additionally, a Zombies mode is anticipated to make a return, alongside integration with the latest version of Call of Duty: Warzone.