Call of Duty stands as a monumental achievement in the realm of online arcade shooters, setting an unrivaled standard over its 20-year history. The franchise has introduced a vast array of maps, each hosting thousands of intense battles every season. Here, we celebrate the legacy of Call of Duty by showcasing a curated list of the 30 best maps in the series. Let's take a nostalgic journey through some of the most iconic battlegrounds.
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- 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, Payback features a multi-level mansion designed for intense firefights and diverse gameplay. Despite its compact size, the map strikes a perfect balance for all playstyles, with its intricate architecture facilitating both ambushes and strategic escapes, such as jumping out of windows.
Ocean Drive (Black Ops 6, 2024)
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Inspired by the action-packed 80s, Ocean Drive transports players to a world of luxury hotels and flashy cars. The map's design, with its contrast between open streets and tight interiors, accommodates a variety of game modes, making it a versatile battleground.
Crown Raceway (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
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Crown Raceway transforms into a high-octane combat zone amidst garages, stands, and pit-stop areas. The sounds of racing cars add to the immersive experience, while the map's unique design ensures dynamic gameplay that challenges even the most skilled players.
Moscow (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
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Set in Cold War-era Moscow, this map captures the essence of the Soviet capital with its imposing concrete structures, opulent marble halls, and metro stations. Battles unfold across narrow alleys, wide boulevards, and government complexes, offering a mix of tactical and aggressive play.
Farm 18 (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
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Hidden within a dense forest, Farm 18 is an abandoned military training base that becomes a fierce battleground. The central concrete training ground and surrounding partially destroyed buildings provide ample opportunities for assault players to engage in close-quarters combat.
Miami (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
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Miami immerses players in the vibrant 1980s criminal underworld, with neon signs, nightclubs, and palm trees setting the scene. The map's layout, featuring narrow streets and wide boulevards, supports a range of tactical approaches.
Ardennes Forest (WWII, 2017)
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Ardennes Forest recreates the brutal atmosphere of World War II with its snowy landscapes, trenches, and blazing ruins. The map's symmetrical design and intense combat make every step a potential life-or-death decision.
London Docks (WWII, 2017)
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Set in wartime London, London Docks features dark alleys, wet cobblestones, and industrial architecture, creating a grim atmosphere. The map's detailed design supports various combat styles, from ambushes in narrow alleys to open firefights in warehouses.
Turbine (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Turbine spans across canyons, offering a mix of vertical gameplay, open spaces, and hidden routes for tactical flanking. The central broken turbine serves as both cover and a potential trap, adding complexity to the battles.
Plaza (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Plaza transports players to a futuristic metropolis filled with neon lights and upscale clubs. The map's architecture provides numerous cover options and varied gameplay through stairs, balconies, and glass storefronts.
Overgrown (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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Overgrown is an abandoned village perfect for tactical gameplay, with excellent sniper positions and elevated spots for monitoring enemy movements. It's ideal for both stealth and open engagements.
Meltdown (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Set in a nuclear power plant, Meltdown features intense firefights around reactors and a maze of tunnels. The map's design supports close combat and unexpected flanking maneuvers.
Seaside (Black Ops 4, 2018)
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Seaside offers a charming yet dangerous seaside town with open areas for long-range shootouts and narrow lanes for close-quarters combat. Players must remain vigilant amidst the stunning views.
Crossfire (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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Crossfire places players in a city abandoned during a military conflict, with a long street flanked by ruined buildings and sniper nests. It supports both prolonged ranged battles and close combat through side alleys.
Karachi (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Karachi's dusty streets and chaotic layout, with rooftops and narrow alleys, create an unpredictable battlefield. It's perfect for ambushes and flanking maneuvers, requiring constant vigilance.
Estate (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Estate features a luxurious mansion on a hill, offering fortified positions inside and a dense forest outside for surprise attacks. It's memorable for its versatility in both campaign and multiplayer modes.
Dome (Modern Warfare 3, 2011)
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Dome is a compact, fast-paced map centered around a ruined military base with an abandoned dome. It's ideal for aggressive play, where quick reflexes and strategic use of cover are crucial.
Favela (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Favela's dense Brazilian slum district is perfect for ambushes, with narrow corridors, rooftops, and hidden passages. It's a challenging environment that favors shotguns and close-range combat.
Express (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Express features rapid-fire shootouts on a busy train platform, with a moving train adding tension and potential traps. It's a dynamic map where strategy and speed are key to victory.
Summit (Black Ops, 2010)
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Summit's snowy mountain base offers various routes and tight corridors, with battles occurring in both open areas and enclosed labs. Caution is essential, especially near steep cliffs.
Highrise (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Highrise's skyscraper setting allows for combat in cramped offices and open rooftop areas. It's renowned for hidden approaches and intense sniper duels.
Crash (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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Crash's urban layout with three main combat lanes and ruined buildings offers numerous tactical possibilities. The iconic crashed "Black Hawk" at the center adds to its memorable design.
Standoff (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Standoff's small town setting is ideal for ambushes, with hidden routes and elevated positions. It's a cinematic map that demands quick reloads and constant awareness.
Raid (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Raid's modern Los Angeles mansion, with its pool and marble corridors, is well-balanced for both close-quarters and long-range combat. It's a high-paced map that appeals to players of all skill levels.
Hijacked (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Hijacked transforms a luxury yacht into a battleground, with its small space and limited cover leading to adrenaline-pumping combat.
Shipment (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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Shipment's tiny, chaotic layout among shipping containers is perfect for quick killstreaks and close-range combat. It's a map of pure anarchy and excitement.
Firing Range (Black Ops, 2010)
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Firing Range's military training ground caters to mid-range battles, with multiple elevation levels and open areas. It's versatile and suitable for various weapons.
Terminal (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Terminal's airport setting blends spacious terminals, narrow corridors, and an open tarmac, offering diverse combat opportunities. It's crucial to maintain control and avoid blind rushes.
Rust (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Rust's miniature desert map with an oil rig at its center is perfect for intense, vertical gameplay. It's a map where combat starts immediately and never lets up.
Nuketown (Black Ops, 2010)
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Nuketown's small, dynamic layout with symmetrical streets and houses is a hallmark of the series. It forces players to stay on the move and be ready for high-speed skirmishes, with the added thrill of potential nuclear explosions.
These 30 maps have left an indelible mark on the Call of Duty community, becoming classics cherished by millions. Each map offers unique gameplay experiences, from frantic close-quarters action to strategic battles in open terrain, ensuring there's something for every player's preferred style.
