Call of Duty, a global phenomenon, has redefined the online arcade shooter experience for two decades. Across those years, countless intense battles have unfolded across a vast array of maps. This list celebrates 30 of the franchise's finest, a nostalgic journey through Call of Duty's iconic battlegrounds.
Table of Contents
- Payback (Black Ops 6, 2024)
- Ocean Drive (Black Ops 6, 2024)
- Crown Raceway (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
- Moscow (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
- Farm 18 (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
- Miami (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
- Ardennes Forest (WWII, 2017)
- London Docks (WWII, 2017)
- Turbine (Black Ops II, 2012)
- Plaza (Black Ops II, 2012)
- Overgrown (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
- Meltdown (Black Ops II, 2012)
- Seaside (Black Ops 4, 2018)
- Crossfire (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
- Karachi (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
- Estate (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
- Dome (Modern Warfare 3, 2011)
- Favela (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
- Express (Black Ops II, 2012)
- Summit (Black Ops, 2010)
- Highrise (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
- Crash (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
- Standoff (Black Ops II, 2012)
- Raid (Black Ops II, 2012)
- Hijacked (Black Ops II, 2012)
- Shipment (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
- Firing Range (Black Ops, 2010)
- Terminal (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
- Rust (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
- Nuketown (Black Ops, 2010)
Payback (Black Ops 6, 2024)
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Nestled in the Bulgarian mountains, this multi-level mansion provides intense firefights and diverse gameplay. Its compact size offers a balanced experience for all play styles, with intricate architecture allowing for both ambushes and skillful escapes.
Ocean Drive (Black Ops 6, 2024)
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Inspired by 80s action films, this map features gunfights amidst luxurious hotels and flashy cars. The contrast between open streets and confined interiors caters to various game modes.
Crown Raceway (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
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Fast-paced combat unfolds amongst garages, stands, and pit areas, transforming the environment into a high-octane battleground. The sounds of racing cars enhance the immersive experience, resulting in highly dynamic gameplay.
Moscow (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
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Experience the harsh beauty of Cold War-era Moscow, where clashes erupt amidst imposing concrete buildings, opulent marble halls, and metro stations. Narrow alleys, wide boulevards, and government complexes provide a balanced blend of tactical and aggressive gameplay.
Farm 18 (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
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This abandoned military training base, hidden deep within a forest, features a central concrete training ground surrounded by partially destroyed buildings, narrow corridors, and hidden paths, perfect for aggressive players.
Miami (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
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Immerse yourself in the vibrant 1980s Miami underworld, with neon signs reflecting on wet asphalt, nightclubs, luxury cars, and palm trees. The map blends narrow streets with wide boulevards, offering diverse tactical options.
Ardennes Forest (WWII, 2017)
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Experience the brutal reality of a World War II battlefield, amidst snowy forests, trenches, and ruined buildings. The map's symmetrical design creates intense and unforgiving combat.
London Docks (WWII, 2017)
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Explore the grim atmosphere of war-torn London, with dark alleys, wet cobblestones, and industrial architecture. Narrow alleys offer ambush opportunities, while spacious warehouses and docks provide vantage points.
Turbine (Black Ops II, 2012)
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This expansive map, set across canyons, offers vertical gameplay, open spaces, and numerous hidden routes for flanking maneuvers. The central turbine provides both cover and potential traps.
Plaza (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Experience the futuristic metropolis of Plaza, with upscale clubs, neon signs, and narrow alleys. The architecture provides ample cover, while stairs, balconies, and glass storefronts add dynamic gameplay elements.
Overgrown (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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This overgrown abandoned village, with ruined buildings and excellent sniper positions, is a haven for tactical players. Elevated spots and watchtowers provide strategic advantages for both stealth and open engagements.
Meltdown (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Set within a nuclear power plant, this map features strategically important areas and multiple routes. The central reactor complex, with its maze of tunnels, is perfect for close-quarters combat and flanking maneuvers.
Seaside (Black Ops 4, 2018)
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This charming seaside town offers a mix of open areas for long-range combat and narrow lanes for close-quarters engagements. The beautiful setting masks the ever-present danger lurking around every corner.
Crossfire (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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A city ravaged by conflict, with a long central street flanked by ruined buildings and sniper nests. Players can engage in long-range battles or utilize side alleys for close-quarters combat.
Karachi (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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This chaotic map, with dusty streets and abandoned buildings, offers diverse gameplay options. Rooftops provide ambush opportunities, while lower levels offer cramped corridors perfect for shotguns.
Estate (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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A luxurious mansion overlooking a dense forest provides both indoor and outdoor combat opportunities. The mansion offers strong defensive positions, while the forest provides cover for surprise attacks.
Dome (Modern Warfare 3, 2011)
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This compact map, centered around a ruined dome, features fast-paced combat with fire coming from all directions. Reflexes, cover awareness, and precise timing are crucial for success.
Favela (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Navigate the treacherous Brazilian favela, where danger lurks around every corner. Narrow corridors, rooftops, and hidden passages make this map ideal for surprise attacks.
Express (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Experience high-speed shootouts on a busy train platform, with the moving train adding both tension and potential danger. Strategy, speed, and effective use of cover are key to victory.
Summit (Black Ops, 2010)
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This snowy mountain base features various routes and tight corridors, with combat taking place both in open areas and enclosed labs. Caution is paramount, especially near the cliff edges.
Highrise (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Set atop a skyscraper, this map offers combat in both cramped offices and open rooftop areas. Hidden approaches and intense sniper duels are hallmarks of this map.
Crash (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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This urban map features three main combat lanes, with ruined buildings offering tactical possibilities and narrow alleyways creating tense skirmishes. The crashed Black Hawk at the center is a memorable landmark.
Standoff (Black Ops II, 2012)
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This small town map is perfect for ambushes, offering diverse combat styles from hidden routes and elevated positions.
Raid (Black Ops II, 2012)
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A modern Los Angeles mansion with a pool, marble corridors, and open courtyards provides a balanced setting for both close-quarters and long-range combat.
Hijacked (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Combat takes place aboard a luxury yacht, with every deck and corridor becoming a battleground. The limited space and cover create intense, fast-paced action.
Shipment (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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This tiny map, with shipping containers as the primary cover, offers chaotic, fast-paced combat ideal for close-range weapons.
Firing Range (Black Ops, 2010)
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A military training ground offering a variety of combat scenarios, from mid-range engagements to close-quarters combat, suitable for all weapon types.
Terminal (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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An airport setting with spacious terminals, narrow corridors, and an open tarmac offers diverse combat possibilities, from ambushes to close-quarters combat near the airplane.
Rust (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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This miniature desert map, centered around an oil rig, provides intense, vertically oriented gameplay perfect for one-on-one duels and fast-paced firefights.
Nuketown (Black Ops, 2010)
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This iconic small map, with its two symmetrical streets and houses, is known for its high-speed skirmishes and constant action.
These 30 maps represent a cross-section of Call of Duty’s history, each offering unique gameplay experiences. From intense close-quarters combat to strategic long-range battles, there's a perfect map for every player.
