Nothing can beat the excitement of playing multiplayer with your friends while sharing console on the same screen. So you want to know if you can split screen in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6? The good news is yes, you can—but only under certain conditions. Our guide breaks it down so you know exactly how to set it up, what’s possible, and where the limitations lie.
How Split Screen Works in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
Split screen in Black Ops 6 allows two players to share the same console and play side-by-side in different game modes excluding the Campaign and Warzone. Your screen will be divided into two halves, one responding for each player. It works for Multiplayer and Zombies game modes where you can team up with a friend for some classic couch co-op action.
However, split screen isn’t supported on all platforms. It’s only available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S—meaning PC players and those using older consoles like PS4 or Xbox One won’t have access to this feature.
How to Set Up Split Screen in Black Ops 6
Setting up a split screen is simple, but there are a few things you should keep in mind. Here’s how you can achieve it in BO6:
- Launch the Game: Start Black Ops 6 on a supported console and choose only between Multiplayer or Zombies from the main menu.
- Connect a Second Controller: Plug in or connect the second controller.
- Log Into a Second Profile: You’ll need two separate Activision accounts—one for each player. Log in using the second controller, and if prompted, sign in with the secondary Activision account.
- Add the Second Player: After logging in, press the respective button for your platform (X on PlayStation or A on Xbox). It adds the second player to the lobby. If successful, you’ll see two operators appear on the screen.
Once you have successfully invited your friend and both of you are ready for shooting action, start the match. If you prefer to play as a duo squad, turn off Squad Fill before starting the game so random players won’t join.
Limitations of Using Split Screen in BO6
While Black Ops 6’s split screen is a fun way to play with a buddy, it comes with restrictions that you should remember. First, the feature is unavailable on PC, which might come as a disappointment to PC gamers. Despite the advancements in PC gaming, Black Ops 6 doesn’t include any built-in option for split screen and if there is no in-game option for it, it means there is no team invite going to happen.
Another thing is the split screen only works on next-generation consoles including the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. For all those on the PlayStation 4 or Xbox One, you also won’t be able to use this feature. To put more salt in the wound, this screen element is restricted to online play. Unlike older Call of Duty games that support offline couch co-op, Black Ops 6 requires an active internet connection for a split screen to work. So, there is no way to plug in a second controller and play without a network.
A few game modes are also not in the book for split screen players. Though Multiplayer and Zombies are fully supported for coop, other modes like Campaign, Free-for-All, and Training Ground are only included for solo play and won’t be possible here. These restrictions can put a limit on your gameplay choices, especially if you want story-driven content or practice specific skills.
Last but not least, you will be killing bots rather than real opponents in Multiplayer using split screen. The only interesting part here is to have some part-time fun and chit-chat with your close friends but no heat battles. It does not satisfy serious players who always prefer the challenge of competing against other pro gamers. While split screen is a good feature to some extent, these limitations put a barrier to most of the things that remove the hunger of many fans.
