This guide explains everything you need to know about the Inmate enemy in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7—what they are, how they behave, and the best ways to counter them during missions and survival encounters.
The Inmate is a hostile human NPC enemy type commonly found in prison-themed missions, containment facilities, and outbreak zones. They are aggressive melee-focused attackers who rush players in groups, using improvised weapons and unpredictable movement patterns.
COD Black Ops 7: Inmate enemy overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Human hostile NPC enemy |
| Combat style | Fast melee rush, improvised weapons |
| Health | Low–Medium |
| Damage | High at close range |
| Speed | Fast sprinting |
| Common locations | Prisons, riot zones, quarantine blocks |
| Threat level | Moderate |
| Weaknesses | Stun effects, mid-range weapons, explosives |
How to defeat the Inmate enemy
Defeating them requires spacing, crowd control, and quick elimination before they close the gap. Slow them, stun them, or use mid-range weapons to avoid their rapid melee damage.
Step-by-step guide to counter the Inmate enemy
Step 1: Maintain distance
Keep 15–20 meters to avoid melee lunges.
Step 2: Use crowd control
Stun grenades, gas, or slowing effects shut them down.
Step 3: Prioritize headshots
Their low armor makes headshots extremely effective.
Step 4: Control choke points
Fight them in hallways to prevent flanking.
Step 5: Use explosives
Clusters of Inmates fall quickly to grenades or C4.
Inmate enemy tips
- Avoid close quarters—their melee swings hit hard.
- Use fast-handling rifles or SMGs for quick takedowns.
- Listen for shouting cues, which signal incoming sprints.
- Exploit environmental hazards like gas pipes and electrified floors.
- Eliminate leaders first, as certain variants buff nearby Inmates.
