The new zombie map isn't the only killer surprise coming from Day 115 in 2025. Black Ops 6 players can get back to killing zombies (or their fellows) for six days of double XP action, as developer Treyarch has announced that the latest double XP week will run from Wednesday, January 15 to Tuesday, January 21.
Anyone playing Black Ops 6 will have Universal Double Player XP, Double Weapon XP, Double Battle Pass XP, and Double Gobblegum Earning Rate applied to their account during the event – what Treyarch calls a “quad feed” of doubles XP weeks. The double XP pass boost will help any lagging players get through the last few levels they need before The second season of Black Ops 6 starts on Tuesday, January 28.
The latest double XP week has already started in Black Ops 6, which means you'll earn double XP in every multiplayer match or Zombies game you're currently playing.
On Squid Game crossover event also still works as part of Black Ops 6 Season 1 Content Cycleso players can take advantage of the double XP weekend to level up Cleaver's new melee weapon or try to earn some of the new Power Keg and Time Out Gobblegms added to Zombies earlier this season.
Here's everything you need to know about this double XP weekend.
When does Double XP Week start in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6?
During the event, players will benefit from double player and weapon XP and double the Gobblegum drop rate.
This double XP week was scheduled to drop Wednesday, January 15, at 1pm ET.
Not sure when Double XP Week went live for you? Here's when this event started in your time zone:
- ET: January 15 at 1:00 p.m
- CT: January 15 at 12:00 p.m
- MT: January 15 at 11 am
- PT: January 15 at 10 am
It's worth launching the game before your gaming session if possible — as with any Black Ops 6 patch, the update will require you to download new content and restart the app.
Although this patch only adds double XP, it's still worth getting your game ready before you sit down to play. A much larger upcoming patch will include The Tomb, the next zombie map to continue the Dark Aether saga.
When does Double XP Week end in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6?
Double XP week lasts six days, ends Tuesday, January 21. Your double XP tokens will be unlocked again after this time.
Here's when Double XP Week ends in your time zone:
- ET: January 21 at 1 p.m
- CT: January 21 at 12:00 p.m
- MT: January 21 at 11 am
- PT: January 21 at 10 am
Does Call of Duty Warzone have double XP this week?
Warzone players will also be able to earn double player XP and double weapon XP during the event.
Call of Duty Warzone has a double XP week that works in tandem with Black Ops 6. This means that Warzone players will also be able to benefit from double player XP and double weapon XP.
New players have a chance to level up the weapons they unlock a new and improved armory in Warzoneand returning players can continue to unlock new attachments for the Black Ops 6 weapon pack added to Warzone.
Black Ops 6 double XP FAQ
Is there a Double Battle Pass XP this weekend?
Nope, no Double Battle Pass XP this weekend. This Double XP Weekend, gamers can earn Double Player XP, Double Weapon XP, and Double Gum in the Zombies game mode.
What happens to Double XP Tokens during the Double XP Weekend?
You cannot use your Double XP Tokens during the Double XP Weekend. They are locked for the duration of the event and any double XP time left on your account is frozen until the double XP weekend is over. CNET has a complete guide to Black Ops 6 double XP tokens here.