Call of Duty, a cultural phenomenon, has set the benchmark for online arcade shooters. For over two decades, the series has delivered countless maps, each the stage for thousands of intense battles every season. This list celebrates 30 of the franchise's best maps, a nostalgic journey through Call of Duty's history.
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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A multi-level mansion nestled in the Bulgarian mountains, Payback is designed for intense firefights and diverse gameplay. Despite its compact size, it offers a balanced experience for all playstyles, with intricate architecture allowing for both ambushes and skillful escapes.
Ocean Drive (Black Ops 6, 2024)

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Inspired by iconic 80s action movies, Ocean Drive pits players in gunfights amongst luxurious hotels and flashy cars. The contrast between open streets and confined interiors makes it suitable for various game modes.
Crown Raceway (Modern Warfare II, 2022)

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Crown Raceway offers fast-paced combat amongst garages, stands, and pit areas. The environment transforms into a dynamic battlefield, with the sounds of racing cars adding to the intensity. Its unique design ensures highly dynamic combat.
Moscow (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)

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Moscow transports players to the heart of the Soviet capital, where battles unfold amidst imposing concrete buildings, opulent marble halls, and metro stations. The map balances tactical and aggressive playstyles.
Farm 18 (Modern Warfare II, 2022)

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An abandoned military training base deep within a dense forest, Farm 18 centers around a concrete training ground surrounded by ruined buildings, narrow corridors, and hidden paths, perfect for aggressive players.
Miami (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)

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Miami immerses players in the 1980s criminal underworld, with neon signs reflecting on wet asphalt, nightclubs, and palm trees. The map combines narrow streets with wide boulevards, catering to diverse tactical approaches.
Ardennes Forest (WWII, 2017)

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Ardennes Forest recreates the intensity of a World War II battle, with snowy forests, trenches, and ruined buildings. Its symmetrical design creates brutal, balanced combat.
London Docks (WWII, 2017)

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London Docks captures the grim atmosphere of wartime 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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Set across sprawling canyons, Turbine offers vertical gameplay, open spaces, and hidden routes for flanking maneuvers. The central turbine provides both cover and potential traps.
Plaza (Black Ops II, 2012)

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Plaza's futuristic metropolis features upscale clubs, neon signs, and narrow alleys. Its architecture provides ample cover, with stairs, balconies, and glass storefronts adding to the dynamic gameplay.
Overgrown (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)

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Overgrown is an overgrown abandoned village with ruined buildings and excellent sniper positions. Elevated spots and watchtowers allow for tactical gameplay and both stealth and open engagements.
Meltdown (Black Ops II, 2012)

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Meltdown takes place at a nuclear power plant, with intense firefights unfolding amongst strategically important areas and multiple routes. The reactor complex is perfect for close combat and flanking attacks.
Seaside (Black Ops 4, 2018)

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Seaside is a charming seaside town with a mix of open areas for long-range combat and narrow lanes for close-quarters combat.
Crossfire (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)

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Crossfire is set in a war-torn city, with a long 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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Karachi features dusty streets, abandoned buildings, and a chaotic layout. Rooftops offer ambush opportunities, while lower levels provide cramped corridors ideal for shotguns.
Estate (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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Estate is a luxurious mansion overlooking a dense forest. The interior allows for defensive positions, while the exterior forest provides cover for surprise attacks.
Dome (Modern Warfare 3, 2011)

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Dome is a compact, ruined military base with a central abandoned dome. Fast-paced combat and varied attack angles make it a challenging map.
Favela (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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Favela is a densely built Brazilian slum district with narrow corridors, rooftops, and hidden passages, perfect for ambush attacks.
Express (Black Ops II, 2012)

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Express features a busy train platform with a moving train that adds to the intensity and can become a deadly hazard.
Summit (Black Ops, 2010)

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Summit is a snowy mountain base with varied routes and tight corridors, offering both open areas and confined spaces.
Highrise (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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Highrise takes place atop a skyscraper, with cramped offices and open rooftop areas, offering opportunities for both close-quarters and long-range combat.
Crash (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)

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Crash is an urban map with three main combat lanes and ruined buildings offering tactical possibilities.
Standoff (Black Ops II, 2012)

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Standoff is a small town ideal for ambushes, with various combat styles possible.
Raid (Black Ops II, 2012)

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Raid is a modern mansion in Los Angeles, balanced for both close-quarters and long-range combat.
Hijacked (Black Ops II, 2012)

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Hijacked is set on a luxury yacht, offering intense close-quarters combat with limited cover.
Shipment (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)

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Shipment is a tiny map with chaotic firefights amongst shipping containers, ideal for close-range weapons.
Firing Range (Black Ops, 2010)

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Firing Range is a military training ground suitable for mid-range battles, with multiple elevation levels.
Terminal (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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Terminal is set at an airport, blending spacious terminals, narrow corridors, and an open tarmac.
Rust (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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Rust is a miniature desert map with an oil rig, offering tight, vertically oriented gameplay.
Nuketown (Black Ops, 2010)

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Nuketown is a small, dynamic map with two symmetrical streets and houses, perfect for high-speed skirmishes.
These 30 maps represent iconic Call of Duty locations, each offering unique gameplay experiences. Whether you prefer close-quarters combat or open-terrain engagements, this list provides a diverse range of options for every playstyle.