Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

Treyarch (lead); Raven Software; additional support from Beenox, High Moon, Infinity Ward, Sledgehammer, Demonware, Activision Shanghai

PlayStation 5; PlayStation 4; Xbox Series X|S; Xbox One; Windows (Steam, Battle.net, Microsoft Store); Xbox Cloud GamingPaid (premium full-price release) with post-launch seasonal content, Battle Pass and in‑game microtransactions (Call of Duty Points)

Health Score

RISKY

Official Website

About This Game

A cinematic, first-person spy-action shooter set in the early 1990s that includes a single-player campaign, competitive multiplayer (6v6 and Strike modes) and the return of round‑based Zombies co‑op. Tone is intense and realistic, with frequent violent combat, strong language and mature themes; many modes require an online connection. The game emphasizes fast multiplayer progression, seasonal content, and optional cosmetic and convenience purchases.

Score Breakdown

Positive Aspects

Educational Value

0/5

Creativity

2/5

Pro-Social

3/5

Risk Factors

Addictive Monetization

4/5

Time Pressure / FOMO

3/5

Social Risk

5/5

Content Intensity

5/5

Negatives

•Graphic violence
•strong language and mature themes make it unsuitable for children
•Aggressive live-service monetization (battle pass
•COD Points
•paid bundles) and time-gated seasonal progression
•High risk of toxic/unmoderated online interactions.

Positives

•High production values
•varied game modes (campaign
•multiplayer
•Zombies)
•Strong cooperative Zombies mode and team-based multiplayer options
•Regular post-launch support and content seasons.

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Official Ratings

ESRB

Blood and GoreIntense ViolenceStrong LanguageSuggestive ThemesUse of Drugs

In-Game Purchases; Users Interact (online multiplayer); Online-only features/Requires internet

PEGI

ViolenceBad LanguageOnline InteractionsIn‑game purchases

Age Recommendations

ℹ️Ages 3-5

Not appropriate. Contains graphic violence, strong language and online interactions that are unsuitable for young children.

ℹ️Ages 6-8

Not appropriate. Violence, gore, and mature themes plus online play make this title unsuitable for this age group.

ℹ️Ages 9-12

Generally not recommended. ESRB rates the game M; if allowed, strict parental supervision is required (disable voice/chat, limit playtime, block purchases), but content remains mature.

ℹ️Ages 13-15

Caution advised. Older teens may play with parental controls enabled (mute/limit chat, restrict purchases) and discussion about online behavior, but the game's mature violence and language remain a concern.

ℹ️Ages 16-18

Appropriate for mature teens and adults. Suitable for this group with usual guidance about in-game purchases, managing online interactions, and screen-time; expect graphic violence, strong language, and aggressive monetization.