Call of Duty has become a cultural phenomenon, setting the gold standard for online arcade shooters over the past two decades. The franchise has introduced a vast array of maps, each hosting thousands of intense battles every season. Here, we've curated a list of the 30 best maps in the history of Call of Duty. Let's take a nostalgic journey through these 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)
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A multi-level mansion nestled in the Bulgarian mountains, Payback is designed for tense firefights and diverse gameplay. Despite its compact size, it strikes a perfect balance for all playstyles, with its intricate architecture facilitating both ambushes and skillful escapes through windows.
Ocean Drive (Black Ops 6, 2024)
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Inspired by iconic 80s action films, Ocean Drive features gunfights amidst luxurious hotels and flashy cars. The map's contrast between open streets and cramped interiors makes it versatile for various game modes, offering a thrilling experience for players.
Crown Raceway (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
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Crown Raceway transforms into a fast-paced battleground with garages, stands, and pit-stop areas. The environment quickly becomes a blood-soaked racetrack as soon as the match starts, accompanied by the roar of passing racing cars. Its unique design ensures dynamic combat, challenging even the most seasoned players.
Moscow (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
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Set during the Cold War, Moscow captures the essence of the Soviet capital with its harsh, majestic atmosphere filled with hidden threats. Battles unfold in narrow alleys, on spacious boulevards, and within government complexes, offering a mix of tactical and aggressive play.
Farm 18 (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
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Hidden deep within a dense forest, Farm 18 is an abandoned military training base. Its central concrete training ground becomes a fierce battleground, while surrounding destroyed buildings and hidden paths provide excellent opportunities for assault players.
Miami (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
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Miami plunges players into the 1980s criminal underworld with its neon signs, nightclubs, and palm trees. The map's layout combines narrow streets with wide boulevards, making it ideal for a variety of tactical approaches.
Ardennes Forest (WWII, 2017)
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Ardennes Forest transports players to the heart of one of World War II's fiercest battles, with snowy forests, trenches, and blazing ruins. Its symmetrical design and brutal combat make every step a potential last one.
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 details support various tactics, from ambushes in narrow alleys to firefights in spacious warehouses.
Turbine (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Sprawling across canyons, Turbine offers a mix of vertical gameplay, open spaces, and hidden routes for tactical flanking. The central broken turbine can serve as cover or a trap, adding layers to the combat experience.
Plaza (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Plaza immerses players in a futuristic metropolis with vibrant neon lights. The map's design, featuring upscale clubs and narrow alleys, offers strategic cover and dynamic gameplay, making every corner a potential battlefield.
Overgrown (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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Overgrown, set in an abandoned village, is perfect for tactical players who enjoy sniping from elevated positions. The map's layout allows for both stealth and open engagements, making it a versatile choice for players.
Meltdown (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Located at a nuclear power plant, Meltdown features intense firefights amidst reactors and tunnels. The central reactor complex is ideal for close combat and flanking, adding to the map's strategic depth.
Seaside (Black Ops 4, 2018)
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Seaside, a charming coastal town, blends open areas for long-range shootouts with narrow lanes for close-quarters combat. The stunning views can be deceiving, as danger lurks around every corner.
Crossfire (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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Set in an abandoned city amidst a military conflict, Crossfire features a long street flanked by sniper nests. Players can engage in ranged battles or attempt close combat through side alleys, but only if they're skilled enough.
Karachi (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Karachi, with its dusty streets and chaotic layout, offers rooftops for ambushes and narrow corridors perfect for shotguns. The city's ruins create an unpredictable environment, demanding constant vigilance from players.
Estate (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Estate features a luxurious mansion overlooking a dense forest, memorable for its defensive potential. Inside, players can fortify their position, while the surrounding forest offers ample hiding spots for surprise attacks.
Dome (Modern Warfare 3, 2011)
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Dome, a compact map with a ruined military base and a central dome, is ideal for fast-paced, aggressive play. Quick reflexes and strategic use of cover are crucial in this high-speed battleground.
Favela (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Favela, set in a densely built Brazilian slum, is perfect for ambushes with its narrow corridors and hidden passages. Shotguns are a must in this map where danger lurks at every turn.
Express (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Express features rapid-fire shootouts on a busy train platform, with a moving train adding to the tension. The map's dynamic nature requires strategy, speed, and smart use of cover to emerge victorious.
Summit (Black Ops, 2010)
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Summit, set at a snowy mountain base, offers various routes and tight corridors. Players must remain cautious, especially near cliffs, as battles can occur in both open areas and enclosed labs.
Highrise (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Highrise, set atop a skyscraper, offers combat in cramped offices and open rooftop areas. Known for its hidden approaches and sniper duels, this map tests players' tactical skills and precision.
Crash (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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Crash, an urban map with three main combat lanes, offers numerous tactical possibilities. The iconic crashed "Black Hawk" at the center adds a memorable touch to this classic map.
Standoff (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Standoff, a quaint town perfect for ambushes, allows for various combat styles. From hidden routes to firing down from above, this map offers cinematic battles that demand quick reloads and constant vigilance.
Raid (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Set in a modern Los Angeles mansion, Raid balances close-quarters combat with long-range shootouts. Its high-paced action suits players of all skill levels, making it a fan-favorite in the series.
Hijacked (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Hijacked transforms a luxury yacht into a fierce battleground, with every corridor and deck becoming a combat zone. Its small size and limited cover ensure maximum adrenaline for players.
Shipment (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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Shipment, a tiny square map with chaotic firefights among shipping containers, is perfect for quick killstreaks and close-range combat. Its three lanes offer pure anarchy, making it a paradise for shotgun users.
Firing Range (Black Ops, 2010)
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Firing Range, a military training ground, caters to mid-range battles with multiple elevation levels and open areas. Its versatility makes it suitable for any weapon type and playstyle.
Terminal (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Terminal, set in an airport, blends spacious terminals, narrow corridors, and an open tarmac. Players can set up ambushes, control vantage points, or engage in close-quarters combat, requiring constant awareness.
Rust (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Rust, a miniature desert map with an oil rig at its center, offers tight and vertically oriented gameplay. Ideal for one-on-one duels, it demands quick reflexes and constant engagement from the start.
Nuketown (Black Ops, 2010)
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Nuketown, a small yet dynamic map, has become a hallmark of the series. Its symmetrical streets and limited space force players to stay on the move, with the added thrill of potential nuclear explosions.
These 30 maps have left an indelible mark on millions of players, becoming timeless classics within the Call of Duty franchise. Each map offers something unique, from frenetic close-quarters action to strategic battles in open terrain, catering to every playstyle and preference.
