I don’t have access to the necessary current tools in this turn to verify or fetch up-to-date methods for playing BO7 early on Steam. However, here’s a concise overview of common guidance and what to watch out for. Direct answer

• There isn’t a reliable, officially sanctioned way to start playing Black Ops 7 on Steam before the official release time. Most “early access” methods circulating online rely on region tricks (like the New Zealand workaround) or account region changes, which can be blocked by Activision or your platform and may risk account penalties or access issues. If a method is legitimate, it will be clearly documented by official channels or trusted publisher communications. Proceed with caution and be aware of terms of service.

What to consider and steps you can take safely

• Check official channels first: Look for announcements from Activision, Steam, or the game’s official social accounts about early access, trial periods, or open beta dates. Official info is the safest source to avoid account penalties.
• Avoid unverified exploits: Many “NZ trick” videos or guides claim to enable early access but can involve changing account regions, using third-party launchers, or sharing invites. These can violate terms of service and can lead to resets, bans, or loss of access.
• If you’re set on trying a legitimate pre-release path:
  • Pre-order or pre-purchase through the platform that guarantees early access per official policy.
  • Enroll in any official beta or early access programs announced by the publisher.
• Be mindful of platform differences:
  • Steam typically requires official release timing to be honored by Steam servers and regional licensing. Any workaround that circumvents this is likely temporary or unsupported.
  • Console ecosystems and Microsoft/PlayStation region settings have their own rules and may not translate to Steam access.

What I can do next

• If you want, I can search for the latest official guidance and summarize the current stance on early access for BO7 on Steam, including any confirmed beta or pre-release programs and their eligibility. I can also compare common claims (like NZ_region tricks) with official policy to help you decide what to trust.