Jumping into Black Ops 7’s multiplayer, you’ll notice pretty quick that the new create-a-class system changes how you approach every match. The wrong perk combo can make you feel like you’re playing with one hand tied behind your back, but the right setup? Total game-changer. After spending way too many hours grinding matches — and yes, even testing in a CoD BO7 Bot Lobby — I’ve narrowed down a few perks and wildcards that just feel a cut above the rest right now.

For the first perk slot, Kinetic Transfer has been the standout. It’s brand new, and if you like to push hard and get in people’s faces, it’s perfect. Slide into cover or around a corner, and you get a quick burst of movement and faster ADS speed. It’s not some crazy stat boost, but in a close-range fight, that fraction of a second can win you the duel. I’ve found it pairs beautifully with SMGs or even a fast-handling AR if you’re the kind who never sits still.

In the second slot, Ghost Pro is back and nastier than ever. Regular Ghost keeps you off UAVs when you’re moving — nothing new there — but the Pro version scrambles the enemy minimap for anyone nearby after you get a kill. That moment of chaos it causes is priceless. You can slip away, flank, or set up your next move while they’re still wondering what just happened. If you like staying unpredictable, this perk’s a no-brainer.

For the third slot, I keep going back to Gearhead. It’s not flashy, but the 30% reduction on Field Upgrade cooldowns adds up fast, especially in objective modes. Whether it’s getting your Trophy System back to hold a point or dropping a Tac Insert to keep pressure on the enemy, it’s the kind of perk that quietly wins games. If you’re playing with a squad that actually works together, they’ll thank you for running it.

Wildcards are where you really lock in your style. Perk Greed is the safe bet — six perks instead of three means you can cover all bases. Think Kinetic Transfer with Flak Jacket, Ghost Pro with Tracker, Gearhead with Ninja. You end up with a class that can handle almost anything thrown at it. On the other hand, Gunsmith Overdrive is for those who want pure gun power. Eight attachments on your primary weapon turns it into an absolute monster. No secondary means you’ve got to trust your aim and positioning, but if you do, you’ll shred. I’ve had matches where it felt like my gun was an extension of my arm. Whether you lean toward balance or all-out firepower, picking the right wildcard is as important as your weapon choice — and if you’re still figuring it out, testing builds in CoD BO7 Bot Lobbies can save you a lot of frustration.