All Weapons in Black Ops 7: How to Unlock Them

Every AR, SMG, Sniper, and more, the complete BO7 launch arsenal breakdown.

At launch, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 comes with a total of 30 weapons for every major category — from dependable ARs and punchy SMGs to hard-shot snipers and brutal melee options. For Campaign, Multiplayer, or Zombies mode, these are the tools you’ll rely on from day one. Below are the full lists of all confirmed weapons in Black Ops 7 available from day one, how to unlock them, and a brief look at how each performs.

All Assault Rifles (ARs) in Black Ops 7

Blacks Ops 7 Peacekeeper MK1
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Black Ops 7’s assault rifles cover every type of player from precise mid-range shooters to high-speed close-quarters fighters. You’ll start with the versatile M15 Mod 0 and slowly earn your way up to the Peacekeeper MK1.

WeaponUnlock RequirementDescriptionBase MagWeapon Level Cap
M15 MOD 0Unlocked immediatelyBalanced full-auto rifle with solid accuracy, handling, and power.3047
AK-27Level 4Powerful rifle with low vertical recoil and massive damage. Slow aim speed and horizontal kick make it suitable for deliberate players.3047
MXR-17Level 16High-accuracy, long-range rifle that sacrifices mobility for precision.2547
X9 MaverickLevel 28Burst rifle with three-round bursts that hit hard and stay accurate.3042
DS20 MirageLevel 37Full-auto rifle with a built-in grenade launcher—slightly heavy, but strong in hybrid combat.3043
Peacekeeper MK1Level 52Highly mobile and fast-handling rifle that trades stability and range for agility.3046

All Submachine Guns (SMGs) in Black Ops 7

Black Ops 7 Dravec 45 SMG
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SMGs are the go-to weapons for fast, close-quarters combat in Black Ops 7, as you get mobility, speed to play aggressive.

WeaponUnlock RequirementDescriptionBase MagWeapon Level Cap
Ryden 45KUnlocked immediatelyReliable full-auto SMG that balances power and recoil, a great starting weapon for CQB maps.3042
RK-9Level 7Burst-fire SMG with good aim accuracy and effective to strike chest and headshots.3042
Razor 9mmLevel 19Incredibly fast rate of fire with limited range — perfect for shredding at point-blank distances.3042
Dravec 45Level 34SMG with tight recoil and impressive range, though it hits softer than others in its class.3636
Carbon 57Level 46High-capacity SMG that delivers steady control and long sprays, but with reduced per-shot damage.5041
MPC-25Level 55Extremely mobile and powerful SMG with sharp recoil, excellent for rush-heavy loadouts.3042

All Shotguns in Black Ops 7

Black Ops 7 M10 Breacher Shotgun
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WeaponUnlock RequirementDescriptionBase MagWeapon Level Cap
M10 BreacherUnlocked immediatelyPump-action shotgun with a unique charge mechanic — holding the trigger tightens pellet spread for more accuracy.836
Echo 12Level 22Double-barrel shotgun with excellent damage and range.1236
AkitaLevel 40Fully automatic shotgun with lightning-fast fire rate and mobility, though recoil and short range keep it balanced.1243

All Light Machine Guns (LMGs) in Black Ops 7

Black Ops 7 MK.78 LMG
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WeaponUnlock RequirementDescriptionBase MagWeapon Level Cap
MK.78Unlocked immediatelyPowerful, high-capacity LMG that deals heavy damage but handles sluggishly.7550
XM325Level 31Quick-fire gun and highly agile for its class, trading range and recoil control for speed.6050

All Marksman Rifles in Black Ops 7

Black Ops 7 M34 Novaline Marksman Rifle
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WeaponUnlock RequirementDescriptionBase MagWeapon Level Cap
M8A1Level 10Four-round burst rifle with an incredible rate of fire inside the burst.3250
Warden 308Level 25Semi-auto rifle with heavy damage output, with a slight delay between shots.843
M34 NovalineLevel 49Two-round burst marksman rifle with amazing range and power. Slow but deadly accurate.2048

All Sniper Rifles in Black Ops 7

Black Ops 7 Shadow SK Sniper
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WeaponUnlock RequirementDescriptionBase MagWeapon Level Cap
VS ReconUnlocked immediatelyBolt-action sniper that rechambers quickly and stays steady under pressure.645
Shadow SKLevel 13Semi-auto sniper with excellent control and high damage per shot.1046
XR-3 IonLevel 43Burst-fire sniper that blends consistency and raw stopping power.1544

All Pistols in Black Ops 7

Black Ops 7 Coda 9 Pistol
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WeaponUnlock RequirementDescriptionBase MagWeapon Level Cap
Jäger 45Unlocked immediatelySemi-auto pistol with solid recoil and fast fire rate.3231
Velox 5.7Level 13Burst pistol with strong mid-range power and stable recoil control.1530
Coda 9Level 34Fully automatic pistol that dumps rounds fast but kicks heavily at range.2030

All Launchers in Black Ops 7

Black Ops 7 A.R.C. M1 Launcher
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A couple of launchers are introduced to take down enemy killstreaks and vehicles, and can double as anti-personnel weapons.

WeaponUnlock RequirementDescriptionBase MagWeapon Level Cap
AAROW 109Unlocked immediatelyLock-on hybrid launcher that tracks vehicles or can be fired freely at ground targets.130
A.R.C. M1Level 25Charge-based energy launcher that pierces through enemies and deals heavy anti-vehicle damage.330

All Melee Weapons in Black Ops 7

Black Ops 7 Flatline MK.II Melee
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WeaponUnlock RequirementDescriptionBase MagWeapon Level Cap
KnifeUnlocked immediatelyFast and lethal melee option for quick, close kills.30
Flatline Mk.IILevel 49Heavy melee tool that trades some swing speed for extra damage reach.30

That’s the complete lineup for Black Ops 7 weapons, where every firearm brings its strengths, and with 30 options to choose from, there’s plenty to know whether you grind levels or go after mastery camos.