Black Ops 7 beta crashing on PC error: All possible fixes

Black Ops 7 beta early access went live on October 2, 2025, at 9 am PT, but some players are facing crashing issues on PC. In this case, the game initially launches and runs fine, but suddenly shuts down without warning, sometimes even without showing an error message. There is no single reason behind this problem, as it can occur due to multiple factors.

Fortunately, there are a few workarounds that may help resolve the issue. This article will cover all the possible fixes you can try to stop Black Ops 7 from crashing on PC.

Note: These are possible fixes and are not guaranteed to work.

How to potentially fix Black Ops 7 beta crashing on PC error

Below are the possible fixes you can try out to resolve the Black Ops 7 beta crashing on PC error:

Restart your PC

If you are launching Black Ops 7 for the first time and facing crashes, try restarting your PC. A simple reboot can clear temporary glitches and may resolve the issue when you launch the game again. This quick and easy step often works wonders.

Update your GPU drivers

New games usually require the latest GPU drivers for optimal performance and stability. Outdated drivers can cause crashes or other issues. Make sure to update your graphics drivers to the latest version, which can potentially fix the crashing problem.

Verify game files

Even a single corrupted game file can cause crashes. File corruption often happens if the download or installation is interrupted due to unstable internet or system issues. Verifying the game files can detect and repair such problems.

On Steam:

Open your Steam Library.
Right-click on Call of Duty and select Properties.
From the left panel, click Installed Files.
Select Verify integrity of game files.

On Battle.net:

Go to the Call of Duty HQ tab.
Click on the Settings icon next to the Play button.
Select Scan and Repair.
Click Begin Scan and confirm when prompted.

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Check for incompatible hardware

Black Ops 7 is demanding, and if your system does not meet the minimum requirements, crashes are likely. Check the specifications below to ensure your PC is capable of running the game:

Minimum requirements

OS: Windows 10 64-bit (latest update)
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 1400 or Intel Core i5-6600
RAM: 8 GB
GPU: AMD Radeon RX 470, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 / 1060, or Intel Arc A580
VRAM: 3 GB
Storage: SSD with 60 GB free space

Recommended requirements

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
GPU: AMD Radeon RX 6600XT, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060, or Intel Arc B580
VRAM: 8 GB
Storage: SSD with 60 GB free space

Reinstall Black Ops 7 beta

If none of the above solutions work, uninstall the game and reinstall it, preferably on a different drive. This can clear out corrupted installation files and may fix the crashing issue.

Also read: How to unlock Loadouts in BO7

Contact support

If the problem persists, reach out to Activision Support for further assistance.

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About the author

Animesh has been a Call of Duty writer at Sportskeeda for close to two years. A fervent enthusiast of the iconic Mario Bros. franchise and several first-person shooter games, his love for gaming pushed him to merge his passion and profession, and eventually land a writing job in the genre. When creating content, he prioritizes quality and accuracy over speed, verifying multiple official sources. This has helped his meticulous first-person shooter guides garner over two million reads.

Although Animesh holds a Master’s degree in Commerce, he would willingly go back to school; just as long as the school is Hogwarts, so he can jump into the world of spell-casting and fly on broomsticks. He admires gamers Shroud and Beaulo, and would recommend story-driven games like Red Dead Redemption, Skyrim, and Far Cry 3 for their captivating narratives and deep player engagement.

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Edited by Animesh Talukdar