Call of Duty Black Ops 7 Leak Hints at Wall Running’s Big Return

The rumor started with a Reddit user named Bigbyy, who says they joined an Activision study group. They claim Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 will take place in 2035 and mix wall running with Black Ops 6’s omnimovement system. This was first covered by GameRant on April 12, 2025. Another source, Insider Gaming, supports the leak, and leaker @TheGhostOfHope on X says it’ll feel more grounded than before .

What’s Wall Running?

Wall running lets players run along walls for a short distance. It was a hit in Black Ops III, adding height and speed to matches. The mechanic also popped up in Infinite Warfare and Call of Duty: Mobile. For details, see the Call of Duty Wiki. Since then, the series has leaned toward realistic movement—until now, maybe.

How Fans Are Reacting

The leak has sparked mixed feelings. Some players are thrilled, recalling Black Ops III’s fast-paced fun. Others aren’t sure it fits today’s Call of Duty. TheGamer reports fans are already guessing how maps might change for 2035 settings.

Gameplay Impact

If the leak is true wall running in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 could shift how matches play out. Paired with omnimovement, it might mean more creative strategies—like dodging or ambushing from above. Dexerto found files in Black Ops 6 hinting at this, suggesting Activision’s been testing it.

What’s Next?

Until Activision speaks, this is just a leak. But it’s got people excited about Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. Keep up with updates at Total Apex Gaming News.