The excitement for Call of Duty: Black Ops doesn’t stop with the launch of a new season or title update. One of the most anticipated recurring events for fans of the franchise is the Double XP Weekend, an opportunity to rack up experience points at a much faster pace. In 2025, Treyarch is once again set to roll out a series of Double XP Weekends for Black Ops players, complete with exclusive rewards, operator skins, and weapon blueprints.
TL;DR
Black Ops Double XP Weekends in 2025 are confirmed to take place during key seasonal updates and special events. Players can earn double experience points across Multiplayer, Zombies, and Warzone modes. These weekends also unlock a chance to earn limited-time rewards such as operator skins, weapon blueprints, and calling cards. Read further for exact dates, tips, and what’s up for grabs this year.
Confirmed Double XP Weekend Dates for 2025
As of now, Treyarch and Activision have confirmed the following Double XP Weekends for 2025. These weekends typically last from Friday 10 AM PT through Monday 10 AM PT.
- January 17-20, 2025 – Kickoff Weekend for Season 1 Reloaded
- March 28-31, 2025 – End of Season 2 celebration
- June 6-9, 2025 – Early summer boost before Season 4 launch
- August 15-18, 2025 – Mid-summer Double XP and Warzone Patch Week
- October 31-November 3, 2025 – Halloween-themed Double XP Weekend
- December 19-22, 2025 – Holiday Celebration Event
Each of these weekends will also include 2XP, 2X Weapon XP, and in some cases, 2X Battle Pass XP. Warzone players will also participate in Double XP, particularly when the Battle Royale mode integrates with Black Ops seasonal content.
What You Can Earn During Double XP Weekends
Double XP Weekends aren’t just a grind for levels—they also come packaged with seasonal and event-specific rewards that rotate each event. In 2025, players can expect to unlock:
- Exclusive Operator Skins – often themed to holidays or seasonal lore
- Weapon Blueprints – limited-time variants with custom tracers and attachments
- Calling Cards and Emblems – rare items typically only earnable during these events
- Tier Skips – free Battle Pass tier advancements for those who log in or complete challenges
- Zombies Easter Egg Rewards – completing specific secrets during the 2XP weekend may bring permanent items or perks
These rewards are not automatically granted. Players are generally required to complete special playlists, objective-based challenges, or cumulative kill counts to unlock each tier of reward.
Best Modes to Farm XP During Double XP Weekends
While Double XP applies across all core modes, some game types are better than others when it comes to farming XP rapidly.
1. Multiplayer
Hardpoint and Domination are your best bets. These modes allow for both objective-based scoring and high kill counts. Use weapon types you’re trying to level up while sticking to your favorite operators to optimize XP generation.
2. Zombies Mode
Zombies continues to provide consistent XP gains—particularly later in the rounds when enemy numbers spike. Pair this with high-XP scorestreaks and milestone completions during 2XP weekends, and the rewards can skyrocket. Don’t forget, Zombies also has unique Easter Egg challenges for weekend-specific rewards!
3. Warzone
During crossover weekends, Warzone also benefits from Double XP. Focus on completing contracts (particularly “Recon” and “Bounty”) and finishing as high as possible in placement. The new 2025 Warzone integration system has smoothed XP distribution, so even short matches are rewarding.
Tips to Maximize Your XP Gain
- Pre-build Loadouts – Go into matches with optimized classes tailored for high elimination and objective success.
- Use XP Tokens – But stack them toward the end of a match, not at the beginning. Many players waste valuable time idling before games start.
- Queue with Friends – Squad synergy can help you hold objectives longer and farm higher XP in matches.
- Focus on Challenges – Weekly and daily challenges offer huge XP boosts and often align with weekend objectives.
Special Themed Double XP Weekends
In 2025, several Double XP Weekends are tied to broader events. These include:
Halloween Carnage (October 31-November 3)
This spooky weekend features exclusive spooky operator skins, a Zombies infestation event in Warzone, and Halloween-themed game modes like “Zombie Royale.” Limited rewards include a glow-in-the-dark M4 Blueprint and a pumpkin grenade charm.
Holiday Ops (December 19-22)
The final Double XP Weekend of the year ties into “Holiday Ops.” Players can earn “Snowfall” operator skins, wrapped gift weapon skins, and festive calling cards. A special holiday map variant for Nuketown is also expected to release for that weekend only.
Summer Heat XP Blast (August 15-18)
This mid-summer event offers tier skips, Tropical-themed calling cards, and sun-themed variants of popular operator loadouts. A good excuse to ditch the beach and grind indoors!
Are Double XP Tokens Still Worth It?
Double XP tokens are still part of the player experience in 2025, obtainable through Battle Pass progression, promotional events, and gameplay challenges. The key is timing. During Double XP weekends, activating a 2XP Token effectively quadruples your XP. However, this only applies in regular Multiplayer and Zombies—Warzone matches apply modifiers differently based on game length.
Pro tip: Save these tokens for long gaming sessions during Double XP weekends when you’re grinding weapons or reaching prestige milestones.
What About League Play?
Competitive players haven’t been forgotten. League Play now incorporates a modified Double XP system for Ranked progression. Players in higher tiers receive extra stat tracking and recognition, including seasonal badges and emblem changes during Double XP. Though rewards here are more cosmetic, it adds depth and prestige to your grind.
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re a casual gamer looking to prestige once or a competitive player aiming for mastery camo, the 2025 Double XP Weekends in Black Ops are your time to shine. With six officially announced weekends and substantial reward pools, planning ahead could turn these weekends into real progress milestones. Be sure to keep your loadouts ready, tokens stocked, and squadmates notified—because these weekends are not to be missed.
FAQs – Black Ops Double XP Weekend 2025
- Q: Do I need to own the Battle Pass to benefit from Double XP?
A: No, Double XP applies to all players, regardless of Battle Pass ownership. However, Battle Pass players may unlock additional rewards or tier skips. - Q: Can I use XP tokens during Double XP weekends?
A: Yes! And they stack. Using tokens during these weekends gives you up to 4X XP gains. - Q: Will Zombies mode also offer Double XP every weekend?
A: Yes, Zombies is included in all official Double XP weekends and often has additional Easter egg events or bonus objectives. - Q: Are Double XP Weekends the same worldwide?
A: Yes, they start and end at the same global UTC times. Local time zones will vary but the core schedule remains unchanged worldwide. - Q: Where can I track upcoming Double XP events?
A: Regular updates are posted on the official Call of Duty blog, in-game Notices tab, and the Call of Duty Twitter/X account.