Lore and Setting Implications of Wall Running in BO6

[jornw]

Hey lore nerds,
So if bo6 bot lobby service is bringing wall running back, what does that say about the game’s setting and timeline? The Black Ops series always plays with tech and secret warfare, and wall running suggests a future or alternate reality again.
Maybe we’re looking at a 2040s setting with cybernetic enhancements or special ops suits that explain the ability. I actually liked how BO3 justified its advanced movement with futuristic tech. It made sense in-universe.
If BO6 ties the wall-running ability to a narrative element—like a mission where your squad uses prototype gear—that could be awesome. It adds immersion instead of just being a gameplay quirk.
I’d love to see a campaign where wall running plays a real role: dodging drones, infiltrating vertical complexes, scaling enemy bases. It could be a great way to build set-pieces and action moments.
Curious how others think wall running could tie into the story. Will it be explained through tech? A natural evolution of warfare? Or will they ignore lore completely and just drop it in?
Let’s speculate!