The Doom Slayer is officially making his way into Call of Duty. Activision has confirmed that gaming’s legendary demon hunter will join Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone with Season 6, titled The Haunting. The Halloween-themed season launches on September 17, 2026, and brings a full Doom event pass, a new multiplayer map, a new Operator, and some classic Black Ops 3 content.
It’s a pretty major crossover for Black Ops 7, especially with the game entering the final stretch of its content cycle. The Haunting is also expected to be the last major season before Activision turns its attention to Modern Warfare 4.
When Does The Haunting Update Launch?
Season 6: The Haunting goes live on September 17, 2026, according to Activision’s official Call of Duty blog.
As you’d expect from a Halloween season, the update is packed with spooky content. This year, though, Activision is taking things a step further by bringing the Doom Slayer into the mix.
The Doom Event Pass Explained
The biggest addition is a new limited-time Doom Event Pass.
Players who work their way through the pass can unlock the Doom Slayer as a playable Operator, complete with an appearance inspired by Doom: The Dark Ages.
There’s more than just the Slayer to collect, too. The event includes several Doom-themed rewards:
- Doom Slayer Operator skin, inspired by Doom: The Dark Ages
- Original Doomguy skin, based on the classic 1993 design
- Roc 20mm Special Weapon
- Crucible Blade
- Other Doom-themed cosmetics
Since this is a limited-time event pass, players who want to grab the Doom rewards will need to complete it while the event is active. Activision hasn’t confirmed exactly how long the pass will be available, so jumping in early is probably the safest bet.
New Operators and Returning Black Ops Content
The Doom Slayer may be the headline addition, but he isn’t the only new character arriving with Season 6.
The Haunting also introduces The Warden, a new unlockable Operator designed around the season’s darker Halloween theme.
There’s also a familiar face returning from an older Call of Duty game. Danny “Blackjack” Li is coming back as an Operator, while the classic VMP submachine gun from Black Ops 3 is also returning.
Both are included in the Season 6 Battle Pass, meaning players won’t need to purchase a separate bundle to unlock them.
Doom Demonic Essence Pack: Full Item List
If the free Doom event rewards aren’t enough, Activision is also releasing a paid Doom Demonic Essence Pack.
Unlike the Event Pass, this bundle focuses more on the demons and enemies from Doom rather than the Doom Slayer himself.
Here’s what players can expect:
| Item | Type |
|---|---|
| “Marauder” Jurado | Operator Skin (Guild) |
| “Icon of Sin” Samuels | Operator Skin (JSOC) |
| “Hellish Argent” M15 Mod 0 | Assault Rifle (Tracers, Death FX) |
| “Putrid Essence” Dravec 45 | SMG (Tracers, Death FX) |
| “Marauder’s Axe” Mace | Melee Weapon Blueprint |
| “Futile” | Finishing Move |
| “Prepared to Destroy” | Emote |
| “Cacodemon” | Weapon Charm |
| “Death Wave” | Animated Emblem |
| “Hell Invasion” | Animated Calling Card |
| “OG Icon” | Sticker |
The bundle is separate from the Doom Event Pass, so players looking to collect everything from the crossover will have two different sets of content to chase.
New Map and Halloween Map Changes
Season 6 isn’t only about the Doom crossover.
Black Ops 7 is also getting a brand-new 6v6 multiplayer map called Quantum. It gives multiplayer players another map to learn and adds some fresh variety to the rotation.
Several existing locations are getting into the Halloween spirit as well. Bloodstead and other Black Ops 7 and Warzone locations will receive spooky seasonal changes during The Haunting.
If you’ve played previous Call of Duty Halloween events, the idea should feel familiar. Expect some of the usual maps to look considerably creepier for the duration of the event.
Why The Haunting Could Be Black Ops 7’s Final Major Update
The Haunting is shaping up to be an important moment for Black Ops 7 because Activision says it is expected to be the game’s final major content season.
The timing makes sense. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is scheduled to launch on October 23, 2026, putting the next mainline game just over a month after The Haunting begins.
As the new game arrives, Activision will naturally shift more attention toward Modern Warfare 4. That means Season 6 could be the last major opportunity for Black Ops 7 players to experience a big wave of new content before the spotlight moves elsewhere.
Final Thoughts
The Doom Slayer joining Call of Duty is easily one of the wildest crossovers in Black Ops 7 so far.
Season 6: The Haunting has a lot more going for it than just the Doom collaboration, too. There’s the Doom Event Pass, the Demonic Essence Pack, a new 6v6 map, The Warden, Blackjack, and the return of the VMP from Black Ops 3.
The Haunting launches on September 17, 2026, giving players plenty to look forward to before Modern Warfare 4 arrives on October 23.
So, get ready to rip and tear your way through Call of Duty’s Halloween season.
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