Good news for Call of Duty fans: if your gaming rig could handle last year’s Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, you won’t need to upgrade to run Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. The latest entry in the iconic franchise promises the same storage demands, allowing you to free up space by simply uninstalling the previous game.
System Specs That Won’t Break the Bank
Black Ops 6 is shaping up to be accessible even on older hardware. If you’ve got a GTX 1650 paired with an AMD Ryzen 5 1400—a setup that’s over five years old—you’re good to go for the game’s minimum settings. This means you’ll be able to enjoy the new single-player campaign set in the ’90s, dive into multiplayer with revamped movement mechanics, and explore the returning round-based zombies mode packed with Easter eggs.
Beta Testing: A Preview of Performance
The game is set to launch on October 25, 2024, but eager players can jump into the action sooner with the beta. For those who have pre-ordered, the beta starts on August 30. If you’re unsure about your system’s capability, the open beta runs from September 6 to September 9, focusing on multiplayer mode. While multiplayer historically requires slightly less powerful specs than single-player, this beta should give you a solid idea of how Black Ops 6 will perform on your rig.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 System Requirements
| Spec | Minimum Requirements | Recommended Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 64 Bit | Windows 10 / Windows 11 64 Bit |
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 1400 / Intel Core i5 6600 | AMD Ryzen 5 1600X / Intel Core i7 6700K |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | AMD Radeon RX 470 / Nvidia GeForce GTX 960 or 1650 | AMD Radeon 6600 XT / Intel Arc A770 / Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti or RTX 3060 |
| Storage | 149 GB (78 GB if COD HQ and Warzone are already installed) | 149 GB (78 GB if COD HQ and Warzone are already installed) |
Interestingly, the storage requirements mirror those of last year’s title, suggesting either an impressive optimization effort or a deliberate design choice. Unlike previous entries, all game modes in Black Ops 6 demand the same hardware specifications, eliminating the need for separate specs for multiplayer and single-player modes.
Final Thoughts
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 looks set to continue the franchise’s legacy without demanding significant hardware upgrades from players. With a beta just around the corner and a full release in October, gamers won’t have long to wait to see if the storage space and system specs are justified. Whether you’re a fan of the campaign, multiplayer, or zombies, Black Ops 6 promises a seamless experience across all modes—provided your rig meets the specs outlined above.
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