CoD: Black Ops 6 & Warzone Mode Playlists, Explained

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• What Are Mode Playlists in Call of Duty?

• Active BO6 & Warzone Playlists (January 9, 2025)

Black Ops 6 and Warzone feature diverse game modes, offering players multiple ways to enjoy the game. These include favorites like Battle Royale and Resurgence. Additionally, Multiplayer features classics such as Team Deathmatch, Domination, and Search & Destroy, delivering a well-rounded roster of options for fans of the franchise.

In addition to these core modes, both titles frequently introduce limited-time modes (LTMs) and rotate existing ones through the playlist system. That said, here’s everything you need to know about the playlist system, including which modes are currently active in BO6 and Warzone.

What Are Mode Playlists in Call of Duty?

The mode playlists in Call of Duty, including Black Ops 6 and Warzone, are designed to keep the gameplay experience fresh and engaging by rotating game modes, maps, and party sizes. This approach ensures that players have access to a wide variety of options, preventing the experience from becoming stale. The playlist system offers new modes or variations of existing ones, which keeps the gameplay dynamic and continually provides new challenges for players.

When Are BO6 & Warzone Playlists Updates Released?

The mode playlist updates for Black Ops 6 and Warzone are released weekly, every Thursday at 10 AM PT. These updates introduce new game modes or adjust player counts, ensuring a fresh and engaging experience for players across all titles.

Occasionally, adjustments may occur earlier or later than expected, particularly during major events, season launches, or mid-season updates. While the schedule is generally consistent, some updates might not bring significant changes to the available game modes in BO6 and Warzone, focusing instead on minor tweaks or content alignment with ongoing events.

Active BO6 & Warzone Playlists (January 9, 2025)

Here are all the active game mode playlists in Black Ops 6 and Warzone as of January 9, 2025:

Black Ops 6 Active Mode Playlists

Multiplayer

• Red Light Green Light
• Pentathlon
• Squid Game Moshpit
• Prop Hunt
• Nuketown 24/7
• Stakeout 24/7 (Quick Play)
• Face Off Moshpit (Quick Play)
• 10v10 Moshpit (Quick Play)

Zombies

• Standard (Solo, Squad)
  • Citadelle des Morts, Terminus, Liberty Falls

• Directed (Solo, Squad)
  • Citadelle des Morts, Terminus, Liberty Falls

• Dead Light, Green Light

Warzone Active Mode Playlists

• Squid Game: Warzone
  • Battle Royale – Quads

• Battle Royale
  • Solos, Duos, Trios, Quads

• Area 99 Resurgence Quads
• Rebirth Resurgence Quads
• Plunder Quads
• Resurgence Rotation
  • Solos, Duos, Trios

• Warzone Ranked Play (20 Top Placements Required)
• Private Match
• Warzone Bootcamp

When Does the Next BO6 & Warzone Mode Playlist Update Release?

The upcoming playlist update is set to arrive on January 16, 2025, serving as the third-to-last update before the much-anticipated Season 2 launch. This update aims to introduce fresh modes and set the stage for the new content coming with the next season.