The Rivals event is the upcoming activity for Black Ops 6 and Warzone, promising players a fresh batch of free rewards. This event will include new weapon attachments and Scorestreaks, keeping the gameplay dynamic and rewarding for those invested in these games. While the event was initially planned for early June, it has been delayed, which might affect its overall duration.
Events have long been a staple in Black Ops 6 and Warzone, often introducing new gear and Perks to unlock. Some have even featured collaborations with popular franchises, like the Ballerina movie from the John Wick series. These events give players something to work toward and keep the multiplayer and battle royale experiences feeling fresh.
When Does the Rivals Event Begin?
Leaks suggest the Rivals event will kick off on Thursday, June 19, 2025. It was originally set for June 12, according to the Season 4 blog, but the start was postponed to extend the ongoing Ballerina event. Whether Rivals will last two weeks or end on June 26 alongside the Reloaded update remains unclear.
How the Rivals Event Works
Rivals is a straightforward XP collection event. Players earn XP by playing matches and getting kills across multiplayer, Warzone, and Zombies modes — private matches don’t count. As XP milestones are reached, players unlock various rewards. There’s a final prize for those who complete all milestones.
Leaked Rewards
Only two rewards have been officially confirmed: the Stryder .22 3-Round Burst Mod, which changes the pistol into a burst-fire weapon similar to an SMG, and the Grim Reaper Scorestreak, a fan-favorite that launches four rockets or locks onto enemy Scorestreaks.
Leaker realityuk_ shared footage revealing the full reward list, though these details might change because of the event delay. Here’s a table of the known milestones and rewards:
| XP | Reward 1 | Reward 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 15,000 | Vote Adler (Emblem) | Vote Stitch (Emblem) |
| 43,000 | 30 Minutes 2X Weapon XP Token | Shatter Blast (Ammo Mod) |
| 86,000 | Arch-Nemesis (Loading Screen) | None |
| 215,000 | Adlerearned (Calling Card) | Stitched View (Calling Card) |
| 299,000 | 1 Hour 2XP Token | None |
| 396,000 | Head to Head (Weapon Charm) | None |
| 504,000 | Stryder .22 3-Round Burst Mod | None |
| 622,000 | Grim Reaper (Scorestreak) | On the House (GobbleGum) |
| Unlock all other rewards | Sworn Rivals (Jackal PDW Blueprint) | Sworn Rivals BlackCell (Jackal PDW Blueprint) |
Do these rewards sound like the boost you want in your matches? I think the burst mod on the pistol could be a game-changer for aggressive players. And that Scorestreak? Always fun to call in some fiery chaos.
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— Reality (@realityuk) May 29, 2025
What do you think about the Rivals event rewards and the delay? Will you be chasing those XP milestones? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below — I’m always curious how the community reacts to these events.
