Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Leak Teases Return of Iconic Maps in Season 2
A new leak suggests that the roster of classic maps in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is set to expand once again in the game’s second season. According to a prominent leaker, players can expect the return of three fan-favorite maps from Black Ops 2: Plaza, Slums, and Yemen. This news continues a clear trend from developer Treyarch, which has prioritized remastering beloved battlegrounds for its latest installment.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Set To Bring In More Classic Maps
Since its launch, Black Ops 7 has heavily featured maps from the series’ past. The game debuted with remakes of Raid, Express, and Hijacked, and recently added the iconic Nuketown. Season 1 is already slated to bring back Standoff, Meltdown, and Fringe. It’s clear that leveraging nostalgia is a core part of the content strategy for the game.
More Black Ops 2 Classics on the Horizon
The latest information comes from leaker TheGhostOfHope on X (formerly Twitter), who claims that remastered versions of Yemen, Plaza, and Slums are planned for the Season 2 roadmap. All three maps originally debuted in 2012’s Call of Duty: Black Ops 2, a title celebrated for its excellent map design. While Slums has appeared in subsequent Black Ops titles, this would mark the first return for Plaza and Yemen in over a decade.
Bringing back classic maps is a proven method for engaging the long-term player base. It allows veteran players to revisit familiar layouts while introducing a new generation to some of the franchise’s best designs. While this information remains a leak and is subject to change, it aligns perfectly with Treyarch’s established pattern of blending new content with celebrated maps from previous games.
Keeping Players Engaged in a Competitive Market
The focus on remastered content comes at a critical time for Black Ops 7. The game has faced a challenging launch period, especially when compared to the strong performance of its direct competitor, Battlefield 6. By consistently rolling out highly requested legacy content, Treyarch aims to keep its community engaged and invested.
While completely new maps provide fresh experiences, the comfort and excitement of revisiting a classic battleground can be a powerful draw. The potential return of Plaza, Slums, and Yemen in Season 2 would undoubtedly be a welcome addition for many players, offering a dose of nostalgia while bolstering the game’s map rotation. Whether this strategy will be enough to maintain momentum against a strong competitor remains to be seen, but it’s a clear sign that Treyarch is listening to its dedicated fans.
