The legendary Terminator makes its explosive comeback to Call of Duty as part of the limited-time crossover event in Black Ops 6 and Warzone.
During the Terminator event, players can unlock exclusive themed rewards by collecting Skulls across Multiplayer, Zombies, and Warzone. From powerful weapon blueprints to game-changing perks, this event offers plenty of incentives to jump into the action.
ONE Esports breaks down everything you need to know, including the event duration, how to earn rewards, and the best strategies to maximize your gains.
The Terminator event start and end date in BO6 and Warzone
The event kicks off on February 6, 2025, and will be available until February 20, US Pacific Time (PT). Players have two weeks to complete challenges and collect rewards.
All rewards and challenges in The Terminator event
Throughout the event, players are tasked with collecting Skulls, which serve as a special in-game currency that you can use to exchange for themed rewards.
In Multiplayer and Zombies modes, Skulls are dropped by eliminated enemies, while in Warzone, they can be found inside supply caches.
Here are all the rewards and the number of Skulls required to unlock them.
| THE TERMINATOR EVENT REWARD | NUMBER OF SKULLS REQUIRED |
| Double XP token | 5 Skulls |
| 30-minute Double Battle Pass XP token | 5 Skulls |
| 45-minute Double Weapon XP token | 10 Skulls |
| “The Terminator” loading screen | 10 Skulls |
| “Cyberdyne Systems” weapon sticker | 10 Skulls |
| “Big Corp” spray | 10 Skulls |
| “Ocular System” weapon charm | 15 Skulls |
| “Don’t Blink” calling card | 25 Skulls |
| “Scanning” emblem | 25 Skulls |
| Full Auto Mod attachment | 50 Skulls |
| Reactive Armor Perk (Warzone) | 50 Skulls |
| War Machine Scorestreak | 100 Skulls |
To unlock every reward in the event, you’ll need to collect a total of 315 Skulls.
After securing all standard rewards, you’ll gain access to the mastery reward—the “Judgment” weapon blueprint for the PP-919 submachine gun.
Additionally, players who own a BlackCell Battle Pass will receive an exclusive bonus: the “Close Range BlackCell” blueprint for the same SMG.
Fastest way to earn Skulls during The Terminator event
To maximize your Skull collection during the event, we highly recommend playing Standard mode in Zombies. This mode offers a steady flow of enemies that are far easier to eliminate compared to real players in Multiplayer or Warzone, allowing you to rack up Skulls at a much faster rate.
If you prefer MP, the best strategy is to jump into Face Off Moshpit or Stakeout 24/7. These playlists feature small, fast-paced maps where engagements are constant, ensuring quick eliminations and rapid Skull accumulation. For an even faster grind, consider playing the Hardcore variants, where reduced health makes eliminations almost instantaneous.
For WZ players, Resurgence and Plunder are the top choices. Resurgence keeps the action flowing with frequent respawns, while Plunder allows for unlimited redeploys, making it easier to farm Skulls. Additionally, many players in these modes are also focused on completing event challenges rather than playing competitively, giving you more opportunities to collect Skulls without excessive resistance.
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