The Tapes of Terror event has arrived in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone, bringing a final dose of Halloween-themed chaos before the launch of Black Ops 7. Players can now hunt for collectible videotapes, complete eerie challenges, and unlock a full set of rewards — including a new animated Zombies Reel camo.
What Is the Tapes of Terror Event in BO6 and Warzone?
The Tapes of Terror event is a limited-time, collection-based event running from October 23 to November 14, 2025, across both Black Ops 6 and Warzone.
Inspired by past themed events like Blaze of Glory and John Wick: Ballerina, it tasks players with collecting Chucky and Jason videotapes.
You can find these tapes in:
- Multiplayer and Zombies: Dropped from enemy eliminations.
- Warzone: Found inside loot caches or earned through match completions.
Once collected, tapes can be redeemed directly through the Tapes of Terror event page in the game’s main menu for exclusive cosmetic items.
How the Event Works
To progress through the event:
- Play in any of the three modes (Multiplayer, Zombies, or Warzone).
- Collect videotapes from kills or loot drops.
- Redeem them in the event tab for individual rewards.
- Unlock Mastery Rewards by completing all available tiers.
This structure rewards consistent play across all modes rather than locking rewards behind a single playlist.
All BO6 Tapes of Terror Challenges and Rewards
Each reward requires a specific number of collected videotapes. Once redeemed, they permanently unlock in your inventory.
| Reward | How to Unlock |
|---|---|
| 1 Hour Double XP Token | Redeem with 10 Videotapes |
| 1 Hour Double Weapon XP Token | Redeem with 10 Videotapes |
| 3× Wall to Wall Clearance GobbleGums | Redeem with 10 Videotapes |
| TBD (Emblem) | Redeem with 10 Videotapes |
| Flesh is Mine! (Calling Card) | Redeem with 15 Videotapes |
| Wraithful Pursuer (Loading Screen) | Redeem with 20 Videotapes |
| Get it Off! (Emote) | Redeem with 30 Videotapes |
| Scavvy (Alvarez Operator Skin) | Redeem with 40 Videotapes |
Mastery Rewards
After redeeming all standard rewards, players can unlock two final Mastery Rewards — a standard camo and a premium variant for BlackCell owners:
| Reward | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Zombies Reel (Camo) | Unlock all Tapes of Terror Event Rewards |
| Zombies Reel BlackCell (Camo) | Unlock all Tapes of Terror Rewards + Own Season 6 BlackCell Pass |
These animated camos add a fittingly grim aesthetic for the final stretch of the season and are expected to remain exclusive to this event.
Event Duration and End Date
The Tapes of Terror event runs from October 23, 2025, at 10 AM PT until November 14, 2025, at 10 AM PT, ending alongside the Chucky Event Pass.
After that date, all rewards — including the Zombies Reel camo and Scavvy Operator Skin — will become unobtainable.
Quick Tips to Complete the Event Faster
To maximize your rewards efficiently:
- Farm tapes in Zombies mode — zombie eliminations drop tapes quickly in high-density maps.
- Use short Warzone matches like Resurgence Casual Z to loot caches fast.
- Stack XP tokens early — use the Double XP rewards to speed up your weapon progression.
- Party up — team play improves your loot and kill opportunities for faster tape collection.
Beyond cosmetics, Tapes of Terror acts as one of Black Ops 6’s final community events. It wraps up the Haunting season and celebrates the horror crossover theme with collectibles tied to Chucky and Jason. Completing it gives players one last chance to collect rare animated camos and the exclusive Scavvy Operator Skin — both excellent ways to carry your legacy into Black Ops 7.
