Call of Duty has become a cultural phenomenon, setting the 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. We've compiled a list of the 30 best maps in the history of the franchise, each offering unique gameplay experiences that have left a lasting impact on players.
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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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A multi-level mansion nestled in the Bulgarian mountains, Payback is designed for intense firefights and varied gameplay. Despite its compact size, the map strikes a perfect balance for all playstyles. Its intricate architecture allows for both setting ambushes and skillfully evading them, often by jumping out of a window.
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 design contrasts spacious streets with cramped interiors, making it versatile for various game modes and strategies.
Crown Raceway (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
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Set among garages, stands, and pit-stop areas, Crown Raceway offers a fast-paced battle environment. The map transforms into a blood-soaked racetrack as soon as the match begins, with the sounds of racing cars enhancing the atmosphere. Its unique design and dynamic combat ensure that even the most skilled players will see their kill/death ratio balanced out over time.
Moscow (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
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Set during the Cold War era, Moscow transports players to the heart of the Soviet capital. The map features massive concrete buildings, luxurious marble halls, and metro stations. Battles unfold in narrow alleys, on spacious boulevards, and inside government complexes, offering a balance between tactical and aggressive playstyles.
Farm 18 (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
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An abandoned military training base hidden in a dense forest, Farm 18 features a concrete training ground that becomes a battleground once the match starts. Surrounded by partially destroyed buildings, narrow corridors, and hidden paths, the map provides excellent opportunities for assault players to shine.
Miami (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
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Set in the heart of Miami, this map captures the 1980s criminal underworld with glowing neon signs, nightclubs, expensive cars, and palm trees. Combining narrow streets with wide boulevards, Miami is ideal for a variety of tactical approaches.
Ardennes Forest (WWII, 2017)
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Immersing players in the atmosphere of World War II, Ardennes Forest features snowy forests, trenches, and blazing ruins. Its well-thought-out symmetry and brutal battles make every step a potential risk, with the snow soaked in blood.
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 design caters to various tactics, from ambushes in narrow alleys to active firefights in spacious warehouses and vantage points on the docks.
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 map's broken turbine at the center can serve as both cover and a potential trap, making it a strategic hotspot.
Plaza (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Plaza transports players to a vibrant, neon-lit futuristic metropolis. With battles unfolding among upscale clubs and narrow alleys, the map's architecture provides ample cover and diverse gameplay through stairs, balconies, and glass storefronts.
Overgrown (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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An overgrown abandoned village with excellent sniper positions, Overgrown is perfect for players who enjoy tactical camping. With elevated spots and watchtowers, the map allows for both stealth and open engagements.
Meltdown (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Set on the grounds of a nuclear power plant, Meltdown features intense firefights amidst reactors and tunnels. The central reactor complex is ideal for close combat and surprise flanking attacks, making it a strategic battleground.
Seaside (Black Ops 4, 2018)
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This charming seaside town combines cozy squares with dangerous alleyways. Open areas for long-range shootouts alternate with narrow lanes perfect for close quarters, ensuring that an enemy could be lurking around any corner.
Crossfire (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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Set in a city abandoned during an ongoing military conflict, Crossfire features a long street flanked by ruined buildings and sniper nests. Players can engage in prolonged ranged battles or attempt close combat through side alleys, requiring skill and caution.
Karachi (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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With dusty streets and abandoned buildings, Karachi's chaotic layout includes rooftops perfect for ambushes and control, and lower levels with cramped corridors for close combat. The city ruins offer unpredictable landscapes for flanking maneuvers, demanding constant vigilance.
Estate (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Perched on a hill overlooking a dense forest, Estate features a luxurious mansion that can be fortified for defense. The surrounding forest provides ample cover for surprise attacks, making it a versatile map for both indoor and outdoor combat.
Dome (Modern Warfare 3, 2011)
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Compact yet lethal, Dome is a ruined military base with an abandoned dome at its center. The map's fast-paced battles require quick reflexes, knowledge of cover, and well-timed attacks, making it ideal for aggressive players.
Favela (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Set in a densely built Brazilian slum district, Favela is perfect for sudden ambush attacks. With narrow corridors, rooftops, and hidden passages, this map is a haven for shotgun enthusiasts looking for intense close-quarters combat.
Express (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Featuring rapid-fire shootouts on a busy train platform, Express includes a moving train that adds tension and can serve as a deadly trap. The map's dynamic nature requires strategy, speed, and smart use of cover to emerge victorious.
Summit (Black Ops, 2010)
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Set on a snowy mountain base, Summit features various routes and tight corridors. Battles occur in both open areas and enclosed labs, with the added danger of steep cliffs and bottomless abysses demanding constant caution.
Highrise (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Set atop a skyscraper, Highrise offers combat in cramped offices and open rooftop areas. Known for its hidden approaches and brutal sniper duels, the map requires players to be constantly on guard against sudden attacks.
Crash (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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An urban map with three main lanes of combat, Crash features ruined buildings and narrow alleyways that create tense skirmishes. The iconic crashed "Black Hawk" at the center evokes vivid memories for many players, adding to the map's appeal.
Standoff (Black Ops II, 2012)
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A classic small town with buildings perfect for ambushes, Standoff allows for various combat styles. Players can lie in wait using hidden routes or fire down from above, making every match cinematic and requiring constant vigilance.
Raid (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Set in a modern Los Angeles mansion with a pool, marble corridors, and open courtyards, Raid is well-balanced for both close-quarters and longer-range combat. The high-paced action suits players of all skill levels, cementing its status as one of the best maps in the series.
Hijacked (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Set on a luxury yacht, Hijacked turns every corridor and deck into a battleground for fierce combat. Its small space and limited cover create maximum adrenaline, making it a thrilling experience for players.
Shipment (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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A tiny, square map with chaotic firefights among shipping containers, Shipment is perfect for quick killstreaks and intense close-range combat. Its three lanes and fast-paced action make it a paradise for shotgun users.
Firing Range (Black Ops, 2010)
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Designed for mid-range battles, Firing Range offers multiple elevation levels, small buildings, and long open areas. The map caters to various playstyles, making it ideal for any type of weapon.
Terminal (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Set in an airport, Terminal blends spacious terminals, narrow corridors, and an open tarmac. Players can set up ambushes, control vantage points, or engage in close-quarters combat on the airplane, requiring constant awareness and strategic movement.
Rust (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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A miniature desert map with an oil rig at its center, Rust offers tight, vertically oriented gameplay. Perfect for one-on-one duels and intense firefights, the map demands quick decision-making from the moment the match begins.
Nuketown (Black Ops, 2010)
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A small yet incredibly dynamic map, Nuketown has become a hallmark of the series. With two symmetrical streets, a couple of houses, and backyards, the map is ideal for high-speed skirmishes. The constant threat of a nuclear explosion adds an extra layer of excitement.
These 30 maps have become etched into the memories of millions of players, earning their place as Call of Duty classics. Each map offers something unique, whether it's frantic close-quarters action, tactical fights in open terrain, or a blend of both. No matter your preferred playstyle, you'll find the perfect location within this list.
