The Demolisher is a heavily armored brute-type enemy specializing in explosive melee attacks and area-denial slams. Slow but extremely powerful, he punishes close-range mistakes and requires spacing, mobility, and steady damage to bring down.

Its danger comes from area-of-effect explosions, armor that resists ballistic fire, and relentless forward pressure. The Demolisher locks onto targets, fires stagger-inducing rockets, and forces players to reposition constantly. Breaking its armor and exploiting its weak points is key to survival.

COD Black Ops 7 Demolisher overview

AttributeDescription
Enemy typeHeavy armored brute NPC
Movement speedVery slow, high wind-up
Main attacksExplosive slam, rush strike, ground shockwave
Weak spotsHelmet plates, exposed chest ports
Best countersMid-range weapons, stun items, mobility perks
Threat levelHigh in tight spaces, moderate in open areas

How to defeat the Demolisher

Defeating the Demolisher requires maintaining distance, avoiding his explosive lunge, and focusing fire on weak points when his armor opens during slam animations.

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Step-by-step guide to defeat the Demolisher

Step 1: Keep distance

Stay mid-range to avoid his slam and shockwave radius.

Step 2: Bait the slam

Wait for his slow wind-up; dodge sideways when he commits.

Step 3: Hit weak points

Fire at helmet seams or chest ports while he recovers.

Step 4: Use stuns

Throw stun or shock devices to interrupt his advance.

Step 5: Circle and chip

Strafe around him, dealing steady damage until he drops.

Demolisher tips

  • Never fight him in narrow corridors—use open space to kite.
  • Aim for weak points only; body shots waste ammo.
  • Use mobility perks to dodge his rush reliably.
  • Stun grenades and shock traps drastically slow him down.
  • After he slams, you get 2–3 seconds of free damage—use it.

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