Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 – System Requirements Breakdown & Key Release Info

As the much-anticipated Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 release approaches, it's important for players to ensure their rigs are up to the task. Based on the detailed information in the provided chart, here's a breakdown of the system requirements for PC, alongside important details on storage, pre-load dates, and global release times.

PC System Requirements

The game offers three different tiers of system requirements, depending on the performance and graphical fidelity you’re aiming for: Minimum, Recommended, and Competitive/4K Ultra.

Minimum Requirements:

OS: Windows 10 64-bit (latest update)
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 1400 or Intel Core i5-6600
RAM: 8 GB
GPU: AMD Radeon RX 470 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 or Intel Arc A580
Video Memory: 2 GB
Storage: SSD with 102 GB available space at launch

This setup allows the game to run at a basic level but may require turning down settings for smoother gameplay. It's ideal for players who just want to get into the action without needing the best visual experience.

Recommended Requirements (for 60 FPS at high settings):

OS: Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit, latest update)
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 1600X or Intel Core i7-6700K
RAM: 12 GB
GPU: AMD Radeon RX 6600XT or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti / RTX 3060
Video Memory: 8 GB
Storage: SSD with 102 GB available space

For a much better performance, these specs ensure that you can maintain 60 FPS with most graphical settings set to high, balancing frame rate and fidelity.

Competitive / 4K Ultra (High refresh rate & 4K gaming):

OS: Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit, latest update)
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 2700X or Intel Core i7-8700K
RAM: 16 GB
GPU: AMD Radeon RX 6800XT or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 / RTX 4070
Video Memory: 10 GB
Storage: SSD with 102 GB available space

For those who want the smoothest experience in high frame rate competitive play or stunning 4K visuals, these high-end specifications are necessary.

Storage Requirements

At launch, Black Ops 6 requires 102 GB of SSD storage, ensuring fast load times and optimal performance. This is less than some previous Call of Duty titles, but it's still hefty. Keep in mind that if you already have COD HQ installed (the Call of Duty launcher), this might be slightly reduced depending on your configuration.

Pre-Load and Release Times

Players who pre-ordered the game will be able to start pre-loading around October 23, 2024, two days before the full launch. The global release is set for October 25, 2024, with a rolling midnight release across different regions.