Looking to skyrocket your rank and weapon levels in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6? Double XP tokens are your golden ticket to doubling your experience gains and speeding through the grind. Whether you’re on PC, PlayStation, or Xbox, this guide reveals all the best ways to earn and activate these coveted tokens-from Prestige rewards and Battle Pass milestones to exclusive promotional events and store bundles-so you can maximize your progression and dominate the battlefield faster than ever.
This page explains how to get Double XP tokens in Black Ops 6 at launch, and where to use Double XP tokens when you have some.
Update (Nov. 19): Added details of how Black Ops 6 now supports “legacy” XP tokens.
How to get Double XP tokens in Black Ops 6
To get Double XP tokens in Black Ops 6, players have several main options. The most reliable method is reaching max level (level 55) and entering Prestige, which rewards a 1-hour Double XP token each time a new Prestige level is unlocked, up to 10 times. Tokens can also be earned through the Battle Pass by unlocking specific tiers, often requiring COD Points, and through limited-time promotional events with partners like Monster Energy and Little Caesars. Additionally, players can purchase store bundles, such as the Call of Duty Endowment Endeavor Tracer Pack, which includes Double XP tokens. Following the official Call of Duty social media channels can also provide opportunities to claim free tokens during special promotions. Once obtained, tokens can be activated from the Double XP menu in Multiplayer, Zombies, or Warzone by pressing the appropriate button for your platform.
Double XP tokens – whether it’s for player levels (XP), weapons (WXP), or battle pass (BXP) – can be sourced in the following ways:
- Reaching a new Prestige level, such as the first tier (Prestige 1), which rewards a one-hour XP token
- A “C.O.D.E. Endeavour: Tracer Pack” DLC purchase, which includes two tokens (one hour Double Weapon XP and one hour Double XP)
- The Monster Energy promotion involving select branded Black Ops 6 cans, which feature special ring pull codes to redeem on the official website; as well as Double XP tokens, you can also claim exclusive weapon blueprints, skins, and decals
- The Little Caesars promotion for those in the US, Canada, or Mexico, where qualifying purchases (as outlined on the official website) grant Double XP tokens, an exclusive skin, emblem, charm, and calling card
- Social media promotions, such as the pre-release “vote for me” giveaway on the Twitter. Note this giveaway campaign has ended – but it’s worth keeping tabs on this, and other official accounts, for similar giveaways in future.
It’s worth adding Papa Johns also has a branded promotion for three in-game items with a qualifying purchase, but does not reward any XP tokens.
As well as the above, during Season 1, developer Treyarch introduced the ability to use “legacy” XP tokens from previous Call of Duty games. If you haven’t checked into the game since the Nov. 19 patch, you should now have automatic access to any unused XP tokens in the Zombies and Multiplayer modes.
Beyond XP tokens, there are other ways to get a healthy dose of XP boost in-game – such as completing three Daily Challenges each day, targeting Calling Card Challenges, and completing Mastery Badges, as well as anything you’d earn naturally through playing matches on Black Ops 6’s maps.
Finally, each Call of Duty game hosts Double XP weekend event on a semi-regular basis. And no, Double XP tokens do not stack, so save them for once these weekends are over!
You can learn of future Double XP events by following in-game and social media messaging.
How to use Double XP tokens in Black Ops 6
To use Double XP tokens in Black Ops 6, you need to activate them from the main menu while in the Multiplayer or Zombies lobby. Look for the small box on the bottom right of the screen that shows how many Double XP tokens you have, then press the corresponding hotkey (such as ’3’ on PC or ’L3’ on consoles) to open the Available Tokens menu. From there, select the Double XP token you want to activate, which will then double your experience gains for the token’s duration. Note that Double XP tokens cannot be used during Double XP weekend events, and legacy tokens from previous games require a workaround involving activating them in Warzone first before switching back to Black Ops 6 modes.
To activate a Double XP token in Black Ops 6, go to the multiplayer or Zombies lobby. If you’re using a controller, press L3 by clicking in the left stick (or if using another control method, enter the button prompt that appears in the bottom right corner of the screen) to bring up the Double XP menu.
Here you’ll find all available Double XP tokens, which you can redeem when ready.
Note that all Double XP tokens will count down in real time – so if it says 30 minutes, that will include everything from waiting in lobbies and loading screens to the matches themselves. As such, it’s best to only pop these when you definitely know you’ll get some solid playtime in to maximize your returns. After all, these tokens are harder to get this year than ever!
What’s the fastest way to unlock Double XP tokens in Black Ops 6
The fastest ways to unlock Double XP tokens in Black Ops 6 are:
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Reaching Prestige Hitting level 55 in Multiplayer, Zombies, or Warzone gives you the option to Prestige, which resets your level but grants rewards, including Double XP tokens.
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Playing Zombies efficiently Load up the Liberty Falls map, activate the Rampage Inducer to make zombies spawn faster, and play until round 21. Extracting at round 21 will maximize the XP earned in a short amount of time .
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Completing challenges strategically Stack multiple weapon challenges, getting each weapon close to completion (e.g., 495 out of 500 kills). Then, in a single game, complete all the challenges at once and activate a Double XP token towards the end of the game to maximize the XP gained.
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Through the Battle Pass Completing tiers within the Battle Pass often rewards players with Double XP tokens.
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Promotional events Keep an eye out for promotional events from partners like Monster Energy and Little Caesars, which often reward players with Double XP tokens.
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Store bundles Check the in-game store for bundles that include Double XP tokens as part of the package.
Is reaching Prestige the only quick way to get Double XP tokens in Black Ops 6
No, reaching Prestige is not the only quick way to get Double XP tokens in Black Ops 6. While reaching Prestige levels is the most direct and reliable method-each new Prestige rank grants Double XP tokens-there are several other effective ways to obtain them quickly. These include:
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Participating in promotional events and brand collaborations, such as with Monster Energy and Little Caesars, which offer Double XP tokens as rewards.
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Purchasing specific in-game store bundles that include Double XP tokens, allowing players to boost their XP gain instantly.
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Earning tokens through the Battle Pass tiers, which often reward Double XP tokens as players progress.
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Engaging in social media campaigns and official Call of Duty events that occasionally distribute Double XP tokens for free.
Therefore, while Prestige progression is a key source, combining it with these other methods can speed up acquiring Double XP tokens significantly.
