Everything You Need to Know About Black Ops 6 Prestige Mode

In Black Ops 6, the Prestige system takes a turn back to its traditional format, marking a departure from the seasonal model established in recent titles.

Following the strategies introduced in Modern Warfare 2019, where the Prestige system was overhauled to fit a live-service framework, each new season delivered additional levels, aiming to keep players engaged. However, this method has drawn criticism for its repetitive and simplistic nature, becoming less fulfilling as time passed.

The implementation of the classic Prestige system for Black Ops 6 seeks to provide players with a more gratifying experience, as Treyarch endeavors to create the most rewarding installment in the franchise’s history.

Understanding the Prestige System in Black Ops 6

Black Ops 6 Prestige Master icon — Activision

Upon the game’s launch, all available Prestige levels will be unlocked, allowing players to achieve the highest Prestige on Day 1 without seasonal limitations holding them back.

To enter Prestige Mode, players must first reach the maximum Military Level of 55. Below is a list of elements that reset once players choose to Prestige:

Starting back at Player Level 1
Reset of all Level Unlocks, though Base Operators, Emotes, Zombies GobbleGums, and anything Permanently Unlocked remain intact
Loadout configurations will be reset
Lifetime statistics can still be viewed in the Combat Record, but only current Prestige stats will be visible in other game areas

Importantly, all blueprints and skins will remain permanently available to the players.

Total Prestige Levels in Black Ops 6

At the official release, gamers can look forward to achieving a total of 10 Prestige levels. Once the maximum level is reached, players can pursue an additional 1000 levels, filled with exclusive rewards for those who commit themselves to the grind.

Rewards for Achieving Prestige

Here’s a sneak peek at some of the exciting rewards players can earn through the Prestige system.

Prestige 1

Prestige 1 Icon: This initial Prestige icon will be prominently displayed in the center of your Level insignia for all to see!
Unlock the “Nacht Raider” Weaver Operator Skin.
Gain access to Multiplayer and Zombies Calling Card Challenge Sets specific to Prestige 1
One Permanent Unlock

Prestige 3 (Level 50)

Access the “My Name is…” Payne Operator Skin

Prestige 4 (Level 50)

Receive the “Atomic Commando” XM4 Assault Rifle Blueprint

Prestige 5 (Level 50)

Unlock the “Absolute Loss” Toro Operator Skin

Prestige 6 (Level 50)

Get the “Robot Abomination” SWAT 556 Marksman Rifle Blueprint

Prestige 7 (Level 50)

Access the “Specialist Fan” Maya Operator Skin

This wraps up the details on the nostalgic return of the Prestige Mode, offering an engaging progression path for players.

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