Call of Duty Black Ops 7 Update 1.97 Patch Notes (Warzone 1.97)

Call of Duty Black Ops 7 update 1.97 is available to download on PS4, PC, and Xbox One. According to the official COD update 1.97 patch notes, the latest Black Ops 7 season 3 Reloaded introduce new maps, weapons, and modes while tightening weapon balance—especially reducing the 1911’s range advantage—and expanding Zombies content with a new map and enemy.

Apart from this, COD update 1.97 (Warzone Season 03 reloaded) introduces stricter PC anti-cheat verification, new limited-time modes, and a personal performance tracking system. Several weapons received buffs and nerfs to shift combat balance, while contract rewards and final-circle behavior were adjusted to reduce exploit strategies. Multiple stability fixes addressed loadouts, private matches, and map glitches.

Call of Duty Update 1.97 Patch Notes – April 30, 2026

Call of Duty Black Ops 7 update 1.97 Details

• Three multiplayer maps added, including the return of Summit and Hacienda.
• New Zombies map Totenreich introduces the Jotunn Star Wonder Weapon and Necropincer enemy.
• 1911 pistol received significant range reductions to balance its dominance.
• New Freerun mode launched with timed obstacle challenges and progression rewards.
• Upcoming PC security requirement will limit matchmaking for systems without TPM and Secure Boot.

New Multiplayer Maps

• Onsen added as a small map supporting 6v6 and 2v2 matches.
• Summit returns with its classic three-lane layout and central control room.
• Hacienda returns featuring combat across a fortified villa estate.

New Weapons

• Siren energy weapon added as an event reward with charge-based projectile speed.
• Katana melee weapon added with high damage and timed heavy attacks.

New Weapon Attachments

• MK.78 Lightframe PDW Conversion improves mobility but increases recoil.
• Warden 308 Badlands Pistol Kit improves handling and supports akimbo use.
• Carbon 57 Fabricator Mag automatically generates ammo after firing stops.
• Ryden 45K Apex Sweeper Rig converts weapon to semi-auto with fragmenting rounds.

New Multiplayer Modes

• Freerun mode added with timed obstacle courses and movement challenges.
• Heat Wave Havoc mode introduces heat levels that grant combat bonuses.
• Freeze Tag mode added with team freezing and revival mechanics.

Zombies Content

• Totenreich survival map added in a Norse coastal village setting.
• Jotunn Star Wonder Weapon introduced with soul-based attacks.
• Necropincer enemy added as an undead Viking combatant.
• Wild Fire Field Upgrade added, burning nearby enemies while boosting speed.

Endgame Updates

• Operation Broken Mirror added with new Virus Injection Glitch encounter.
• Mega Abomination boss added to Nightmare Zones with guaranteed Exotic Weapon rewards.
• Thermal Spike ability introduced, creating persistent flame damage zones.
• Pulsebreach and Reboot Exotic Weapons added.

Weapon Balance Changes

• X9 Maverick Javelin projectile speed increased and gravity effect reduced.
• Carbon 57 Prestige magazine reworked to improve range and recoil control.
• Warden 308 movement issues fixed while strafing.
• 1911 pistol range significantly reduced across all damage tiers.
• MK35 ISR damage and headshot multiplier slightly increased.
• Strider 300 sniper received faster firing and improved damage values.

Scorestreak Adjustments

• Lockshot lock-on speed reduced to 0.65 seconds.
• New Long-Shot Overclock added to extend lock-on range.
• Ion Core health reduced and EMP damage effectiveness increased.

Gameplay Fixes

• Resolved crash issue linked to Needle Drone usage.
• Fixed minimap marker disappearance when Scrambler was destroyed.
• Corrected loadout cursor resetting during matches.
• Prevented O.S.C.A.R. boss from respawning with multiple health bars.
• Fixed exploit allowing rapid-fire with Echo 12 shotgun mod.

Zombies Balance and Fixes

• Rad-Hound speed slightly reduced before Round 51.
• Cryo Freeze augment damage and proc chance increased.
• Jugger-Nog retaliation effect now activates on hit instead of low health.
• Multiple quest, collision, and respawn issues resolved across maps.
• Various GobbleGum duration and activation bugs fixed.

Security and Anti-Cheat

• Microsoft Azure Attestation requirement announced for PC playlists starting in Season 04.
• Systems without TPM and Secure Boot will be placed into restricted matchmaking pools.
• Limited matchmaking will prevent cross-play with compliant players.

Call of Duty Warzone update 1.97

Update Highlights

• New PC security requirement using Microsoft Azure Attestation with limited matchmaking for non-compliant systems.
• Hot Pursuit and Prop Hunt Royale limited-time modes introduced with vehicle-focused gameplay.
• Major weapon balance pass affecting multiple Assault Rifles, SMGs, and LMGs.
• New Personal Best stat tracking system added to match results screens.
• Fixes applied to contracts, loadouts, map issues, and private match stability.

Global Anti-Cheat Updates

• Microsoft Azure Attestation required on PC starting Season 04.
• TPM and Secure Boot must be enabled for full matchmaking access.
• Players failing security checks placed into restricted matchmaking pools.
• Restricted players cannot match with compliant PC users or console players.
• Requirement excluded from Nuketown 24/7 and Battle Royale Casual playlists.

Events

• RoboCop Event Pass added with themed Operator skins, weapon blueprints, and Siren Special weapon.
• C.O.D.E. Navigator Challenge event introduced with limited-time rewards.

New Systems and Features

• Personal Best system tracks highest kills, damage, and elimination ratio.
• Stats displayed on Victory and Defeat screens.
• Weekly and all-time records now recorded.

Maps and Modes

• Battle Royale Casual rotation added featuring Avalon and Verdansk.
• Hot Pursuit limited-time mode introduced with Police vs Thieves vehicle gameplay.
• Prop Hunt Royale added as a round-based hide-and-seek mode.
• Standard Black Ops Royale playlists temporarily rotated out.

Gameplay Changes

• Spikes perks added to Buy Stations with purchase limits.
• All held Spikes lost upon death.
• Final circle now disables items left in gas once Buy Stations close.
• Contracts remain active when entering gas zones.
• Supply Run cash rewards significantly reduced.

Loot and Equipment Adjustments

• Supply Boxes no longer drop duplicate equipment types.
• Cluster Grenade replaced Frag Grenade.
• EMP Grenade replaced Shock Stick.
• Sensor Dart replaced Pinpoint Grenade.
• Smoke Screen duration increased and coverage expanded.
• Precision Airstrike warning distance increased.

Weapons and Attachments

• Siren Special energy weapon added through event unlock.
• Katana melee weapon added through challenge unlock.
• Multiple new attachments introduced via weekly challenges.

Weapon Balance Changes

• DS20 Mirage received increased medium and long-range damage and higher headshot multiplier.
• MK35 ISR damage and range reduced with lower torso multiplier.
• MXR-17 damage and bullet velocity increased.
• Voyak KT-3 maximum damage significantly reduced.
• MPC-25 damage, range, and recoil control improved.
• Razor 9mm damage reduced and recoil increased.
• Sturmwolf 45 aim speed improved.
• Several LMGs received extended damage ranges and recoil improvements.
• VS Recon sniper gained faster aim speed and higher bullet velocity.

Bug Fixes

• Fixed armor animation issue caused by Berserker perk interaction.
• Resolved incorrect perk rewards from Most Wanted contracts.
• Corrected loadout selection focus errors at Buy Stations.
• Fixed player disconnections and rejoin failures in Private Matches.
• Resolved helicopter exit bug causing map teleportation.
• Fixed loot spawning beneath map surfaces.
• Corrected UI overlap and squad color indicator issues.

Previously, a major Black Ops 6 patch 1.85 added support for the Call of Duty Black Ops 7. Unfortunately, players are still experiencing several issues. Today’s Call of Duty version 1.97 will address a few of these issues.

Download free COD patch 1.97 on PS4, PC, and Xbox One.