Drone Pod is a deployable tactical support ability that spawns a compact drone from a ground pod. Once activated, the drone can scout ahead, ping or track enemies, and provide harassment fire. It’s ideal for intel gathering, objective pressure, and supporting aggressive pushes.

COD Black Ops 7: Drone Pod ability details

Field Details
Category Tactical Support Ability
Effect Deploys a pod that launches a drone for scouting and light combat support
Strengths Great intel, distraction tool, helps control space
Weaknesses Can be destroyed, limited engagement power
Best Use Objective control, flanking, pre-push recon, defensive setups
Unlock Source Ability progression tree / tactical upgrade path

How to use the Drone Pod ability

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Deploy the pod on the ground; once it activates, the drone launches and begins scanning or engaging nearby enemies. It can automatically detect movement, distract opponents, and sometimes pressure them with light fire. Use it before entering contested areas or to watch your flank.

Drone Pod ability tips

  • Combine with Max Health upgrades for strong tank builds.
  • Perfect for objective players who must stay alive under pressure.
  • Avoid activating during reloads—finish your reload first.
  • Use it to bait enemies into pushing while you recover.

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