The Black Ops 7 Overclock system is probably one of the game’s most interesting and exciting new additions. They are a way to load up your equipment with an extra buff. Your tacticals, lethals, field upgrades, and even those fun scorestreaks all have two versions of Overclock, and you can choose one. Overclocking is achieved just by using that item multiple times during a match.

In this Black Ops 7 Overclock guide, we’ll explain how Overclock works, what all items can be Overclocked, and show you the complete list of confirmed Overclock upgrades we know of so far.

How Does The Black Ops 7 Overclock System Work?

You unlock Overclocks by simply using the gear successfully, multiple times in matches. Every item has two versions of these upgrades, and you can explicitly pick one when you’re customizing your loadout. Your in-game HUD will be updated when an Overclock has been reached.

This mechanic rewards active use in real time and gives far more depth to otherwise one-and-done items with the same base use. A lot of Call of Duty players have wanted these systems (which haven’t changed much since inception) to innovate and reiterate with brand new mechanics, so this is a welcome addition. Seasonal updates will also update these Overclock tiers.

What Can Be Overclocked In Black Ops 7?

The new BO7 Overclock mechanic applies to four main categories: tacticals, lethals, field upgrades, and scorestreaks, with the same intention of making them beefier as the game progresses.

No Overclocked perks or weapons yet, but perhaps in the next installment? An Overclock perks BO7 update could be fun. For now, focus your energy on gadgets and scorestreaks, since that’s where Treyarch clearly wants the experimentation to start with.

All Tactical Equipment Overclocks

Here’s every confirmed tactical and its two Overclock abilities. If you’ve ever cursed at an enemy flashbang or stun grenade, well, now they get nastier.

Tactical Item	First Overclock	Second Overclock
Stun Grenade	Increased stun duration	Slows enemy move speed when stunned
EMP Grenade	Increased disruption radius	Cook for extra EMP bursts
Flashbang	Wider full flash angle makes your flash harder to counter	Adds ability to cook for additional detonations
Stim Shot	Adds ability to remove player debuffs	Adds a move speed boost
Pinpoint Grenade	AI chip increases grenade lifetime and detection radius	Tagged enemies appear on allied minimaps
Psych Grenade	Increases the duration that enemies are affected	Gas cloud deals damage over time

This is how Overclock works in BO7 for Tacticals. Additional tacticals include Hunter Bot, Smoke, and Decoy Grenade, but their Overclocks haven’t been revealed yet.

All Lethal Equipment Overclocks

Lethals are already about destruction, and Overclocks just make them ferocious. Here’s the lineup confirmed in the beta:

Lethal Item	First Overclock	Second Overclock
Frag Grenade	High density explosive material improves lethality	Increased throw distance, arc indicator while cooking
Sticky Grenade	High density explosive material improves lethality	Adds ability to cook the fuse
Cluster Grenade	Adds ability to cook the fuse	Additional mini grenade
Combat Axe	Faster raise speed	Throw farther and faster
Point Turret	Increases turret’s rate of fire	Sensors allow turret to deploy on walls/ceilings
Needle Drone	High density explosive material improves lethality	Adds ability to boost dart while flying in manual mode

Extra lethals like C4 and Molotov will also be available, but their Overclocks haven’t been revealed yet. An Overclocked Molotov sounds like a nightmare to play against. A true example of Black Ops 7 Overclocking making these items much more fun.

All Field Upgrade Overclocks

This category is pretty good, too. Field upgrades recharge over time, so their Overclocks add further longevity or firepower.

Field Upgrade	First Overclock	Second Overclock
Assault Pack	Faster charge time	Additional score on eliminations
Drone Pod	Drones launch much faster	Leaves minimap icon at detonation point
Trophy System	Faster charge time	+2 explosive charge ammo
Active Camo	Gunfire reveals you temporarily instead of ending ability	Increased duration + faster charge
Echo Unit	Hologram flashes, stunning nearby enemies	Faster charge time
Squad Link	Expands coverage	Increases allies’ recharge speed and earned score

There are also unrevealed ones like the Scrambler, Fear Trap, Black Hat, and Mute Field. If you’re experimenting with Call of Duty Black Ops 7 Overclock abilities, these are the field upgrades to look out for.

All Scorestreak Overclocks

Lastly, Scorestreaks are the crown jewels of multiplayer. With Overclocks, they become even more fun and dangerous.

Scorestreak	First Overclock	Second Overclock
Scout Pulse	Lower score cost	Radar ping shows directional arrows
RC-XD	Increased resistance to enemy gunfire	Shows target indicators on occluded enemies
UAV	Counters first lock-on with flare, bullet resistance	Lower score cost
Skewer	Targets higher priority enemies	Increased velocity
Care Package	Re-roll drop one time	Lower score cost
Counter UAV	Flare counter + resistance	Lower score cost
LGM	Extra projectiles	Marks a second target zone, reduced payload per zone
Napalm Strike	Reveals enemies longer, shows direction	Flames burn longer
Sentry Turret	Increased turret rotation	Remote control
Hellstorm	Additional cluster missile	Lock onto Scorestreaks
Hand Cannon	More ammo	Dual Hand Cannons
Gravemaker	Larger magazine	Reduced charge time
D.A.W.G.	Adds Sentry Mode with supply pack + Trophy	Longer active duration
Interceptors	Deploy without detected threats	Lower score cost
Watchdog Helo	Improved durability	Guard area mode
HKDs	Improved durability	Deploy additional drop pods
Rhino	Reveals enemy locations, stronger radar	Extended runtime
VTOL Warship	Boost to dodge lock-ons	Increased durability
HARP	Deploys flares	Lower score cost
EMP Systems	Lower score cost	Blocks enemy streaks/fields for longer
Legion	Targets hostile streaks/upgrades	More drone clusters for coverage

FAQs

How does the Overclock system work in BO7?

The Black Ops 7 Overclock system lets you enhance tacticals, lethals, field upgrades, and scorestreaks. Every item has two unique Overclock options, but you can only pick one for your loadout.

What can be Overclocked in Black Ops 7?

Right now, Overclocks include tacticals, lethals, field upgrades, and scorestreaks. Weapons and perks don’t have those upgrades. So no Overclock weapons BO7 or Overclock perks BO7 options.

How many Overclock levels are there?

There aren’t levels, but rather two different upgrade options. You can only select one when you’re setting up your loadout. For example, the frag grenade can be Overclocked to either hit harder with denser explosives or travel farther when thrown, but not both.

Does Overclock work in Black Ops 7 Zombies?

No, at least not right now. The Overclock mechanic is only in multiplayer. Zombies mode still uses its own upgrade paths, so if you’re curious about Call of Duty Black Ops 7 Overclock abilities for Zombies mode, it doesn’t exist.

Will more Overclock upgrades be added in BO7?

Yes, Treyarch has confirmed that the list isn’t final. Items like Hunter Bot, Molotov, C4, Fear Trap, Black Hat, and Mute Field’s Overclocks haven’t been revealed yet, but they will be available at launch. Seasonal updates will also expand the Black Ops 7 new Overclock system, so it’s possible for brand-new gadgets and scorestreaks to join the pool.