Gaming
Black Ops 6: PC requirements, recommended drivers, launch times
Everything you need to know
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is officially launching on October 25 across multiple platforms. But if PC is your gaming platform of choice, here’s what you need to know in order to enjoy Activision’s upcoming FPS.
From official PC system requirements to recommended drivers and preloading times, everything is covered below to help you prepare for Black Ops 6 next week.
AMD integration
For starters, the PC version of the title comes with AMD FSR 3.1 integration. This shall give players the ultimate performance boost when they play Black Ops 6 in 4K or 1440p.
FidelityFX Super Resolution 3 allows for faster and more responsive framerates using super resolution temporal upscaling and advanced frame generation.
Meanwhile, the FSR Frame Generation toggle found in the graphics settings lets players enable Frame Generation. This significantly increases the framerate and works seamlessly with other upscaling solutions.
Lastly, FidelityFX Contrast Adaptive Sharpening (CAS) is an overhead sharpening slider that can help bring more details to the game’s content. From edges of weapons to players and environments, the overall detail can be improved more.
AMD FSR 3.1 is compatible with a wide range of graphics cards not limited to just AMD.
Recommended drivers
In addition, here are the recommended drivers for those playing Call of Duty: Black Ops 6:
- AMD: 24.8.1
- NVIDIA: 560.70
- INTEL: 32.0.101.5972
It is suggested to gamers to download the latest drivers through the AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition app. This platform is designed to provide players with a clean, modern, and easy-to-use interface where they can quickly access the latest software features and more.
Official PC system requirements
Here are the requirements you’ll need to enjoy Black Ops 6 on PC:
Minimum
- OS: Windows 10 64 Bit (latest update)
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 1400 or Intel Core i5-6600
- RAM: 8 GB
- Video Card: AMD Radeon RX 470 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 or Intel Arc A580
- Video Memory: 2 GB
- Storage Space: SSD required with 102 GB available space at launch
- Internet: Broadband Internet connection
Recommended
- OS: Windows 10 64 Bit (latest update) or Windows 11 64 Bit (latest update)
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 1600X or Intel Core i7-6700K
- RAM: 12 GB
- Video Card: AMD Radeon RX 6600XT or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080Ti / RTX 3060
- Video Memory: 8 GB
- Storage Space: SSD required with 102 GB available space at launch
- Internet: Broadband Internet connection
Competitive/For 4K Ultra
- OS: Windows 10 64 Bit (latest update) or Windows 11 64 Bit (latest update)
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 2700X or Intel Core i7-8700K
- RAM: 16 GB
- Video Card: AMD Radeon RX 6800XT or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 / RTX 4070
- Video Memory: 10 GB
- Storage Space: SSD required with 102 GB available space at launch
- Internet: Broadband Internet connection
Call of Duty PC lead developer Beenox partnered with Treyarch Studios to develop a cutting-edge experience meant for PC. This covers 4K graphics and Ultrawide support, plus a variety of options across multiple settings so players can dial in the best experience possible.
PC Preloading, official launch times
Furthermore, players who have pre-ordered Black Ops 6 digitally on PC can preload the game before October 25. That way, they will be ready to jump right into the game before it goes live.
Players can download the entire package, including Campaign, Multiplayer, and Zombies.
Preloading begins for everyone at these times:
- October 21 at 9:00 AM Pacific Time
- October 22 at 12:00 AM GMT+8 (Philippines, Singapore, more)
The official launch time for Battle.net and Steam is on October 24 at 9:00 PM PT (or October 25 at 12:00 noon GMT+8).
For Microsoft PC, the game will roll out regionally on October 24 between 4:00 AM PT and 11:00 PM PT. That’s 7:00 PM for GMT+8 until October 25 at 2:00 PM GMT+8.
Tides of Annihilation will make its public playable debut at Gamescom 2026.
Developer Eclipse Glow Games announced that attendees can try an extended demo of the upcoming action-adventure game during the event in Cologne, Germany. Players can find the demo at Hall 6, Booth B-050 inside Koelnmesse.
The studio will also reveal a new trailer during Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 25, before the show floor opens.
Demo offers more exploration and combat
The Gamescom demo gives players a longer look at Tides of Annihilation. It features branching paths that lead to different exploration routes and combat encounters. Players can also explore key locations and experience several of the game’s biggest set pieces.
“Gamescom will be an incredibly important moment for our team since this will be our first global playtest and we’re excited to see how first-time players experience our game,” said Ary Chen, Game Director and Co-CEO of Eclipse Glow Games.
“The team has poured heart, soul, and maybe even a few tears into developing the game over the last few years, and it’s finally our opportunity to share it with players. We’re looking forward to seeing their reaction.”
Members of the press and content creators can also schedule private hands-on sessions with the development team during the event.
Arthurian-inspired adventure
Tides of Annihilation blends fast-paced action with a Neo-Medieval vision of modern London. The story follows Gwendolyn after an Outworld invasion leaves the city in ruins.
Driven by a mission to save her sister, she travels between a shattered London and the mythical realm of Avalon. Along the way, she uncovers the mystery behind her newfound powers. She must also decide the fate of reality itself.
Eclipse Glow Games is developing Tides of Annihilation for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.
Gaming
Street Fighter 6 adds first Filipino fighter Yasmine to its roster
Eskrima fighter joins battle
Street Fighter 6 has officially welcomed Yasmine, making history as the first Filipino martial artist to join the franchise’s playable roster. The new character is now available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2 as part of the game’s Year 4 content.
Yasmine practices Eskrima, having learned the Filipino martial art alongside her older brother under their grandfather’s guidance. She wields Karambit knives in battle and embarks on a journey to find her missing brother.
Players can access Yasmine by purchasing the Year 4 Character Pass or Year 4 Ultimate Pass. Her default outfit features traditional Eskrima-inspired combat attire, while a school uniform serves as her second costume. In combat, she specializes in fast, aggressive attacks that build toward an enhanced Bayani Mode.
Yasmine is the first of four Year 4 fighters, followed by Arjun, Tifa from the Final Fantasy VII Remake series, and Bosch. Her release also arrives alongside battle balance adjustments affecting the entire roster.
Onimusha crossover arrives this week
Capcom also announced a limited-time collaboration between Street Fighter 6 and Onimusha. Running from August 7 to August 31, 2026, the event introduces Oni EX character colors, themed Battle Hub decorations, avatar items, and additional rewards for players who log in during the event.
The update also adds new Avatar Arcade courses, additional ending scenes, a Frame Meter option for Avatar Random Match, and refreshed Master ACT rewards.
Philippine launch event set for August 9
Capcom will celebrate Yasmine’s debut with an official Philippine community launch event on Sunday, August 9, at Salud! by Primera Bar & Restaurant in Palanan, Makati. The event runs from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM and features a double-elimination tournament, gameplay showcases, giveaways, and community activities.
Attendees can also receive limited-edition Yasmine merchandise, including event T-shirts, lanyards, and collectible keychains while supplies last. Special guests and cosplayers are also scheduled to appear. Admission will be on a first-come, first-served basis and is subject to venue capacity.
Gaming
Gangstar Mirage City launches on August 20 with SEA localization
Join a faction now for a chance to win rewards
Gangstar Mirage City is set for a full regional launch on August 20, with localization for the Southeast Asia region.
Published by Level Infinite, the free-to-play multiplayer, urban, open-world action game is available for download on iOS and Android.
The full regional release features an expanded open world, a new PvP Arena mode, and local languages.
In Gangstar Mirage City, players can team up for up to 4-man co-op heists, drive powerful vehicles, customize their arsenal, build an empire, and fight for control of Rooklyn City.
Players can register on gangstarmiragecity.com for in-game rewards.
In Southeast Asia, players can also register as a member of their respective local faction and get an exclusive in-game Avatar to represent their loyalty:
- Philippines: Manila Brigade
- Indonesia: War Kanda
- Malaysia: Taiko Tedung
- Thailand: SIAM APEX
Factions will be ranked based on how many players join and support them. The winning faction will enable all members to get 300 Diamonds, sent directly to their accounts.
Meanwhile, all players, including those who already began their journey in Rooklyn City with the soft launch last July, are invited to join the Global Vault Heist.
Reaching the final Registration Milestone will unlock the Full Tilt Vehicle Pack. These are the rewards up for grabs per milestone:
- 5 million players: 100 Diamonds
- 10 million players: 200 Diamonds
- 20 million players: Vehicle Upgrade Vouchers x5
- 30 million players: Full Tilt Vehicle Pack
All Global Vault Heist and Faction rewards can be claimed via the in-game mail system on August 20.
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