Top 30 Call of Duty Maps: A Legendary History

Call of Duty has emerged as a cultural phenomenon, setting an unparalleled standard for online arcade shooters over the past two decades. The series has captivated fans with its diverse array of maps, each hosting thousands of intense battles every season. We’ve curated a list of the 30 best maps in the franchise's history. Let's take a nostalgic journey through these iconic Call of Duty maps.

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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, designed for intense firefights and varied gameplay. Despite its compact size, Payback offers a perfect balance for all playstyles. Its intricate architecture allows players to set up ambushes or skillfully evade them, perhaps by leaping out of a window.

Ocean Drive (Black Ops 6, 2024)

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Inspired by iconic 80s action films, Ocean Drive immerses players in gunfights amidst luxurious hotels and flashy cars. The contrast between spacious streets and cramped interiors makes it versatile for various game modes, adding excitement and tactical depth to every match.

Crown Raceway (Modern Warfare II, 2022)

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Crown Raceway offers a fast-paced battle environment set among garages, stands, and pit-stop areas. As soon as the match starts, the entire map transforms into a blood-soaked racetrack, with the sounds of racing cars enhancing the dynamic atmosphere. Its unique design ensures highly dynamic combat that tests 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 harsh yet majestic essence of the Soviet capital. Players engage in battles amidst massive concrete buildings, luxurious marble halls, and metro stations. The map strikes a balance between tactical and aggressive play, with key conflicts occurring in narrow alleys, on spacious boulevards, and within government complexes.

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 at its center that turns into a battlefield once the match begins. Surrounding structures, including partially destroyed buildings and narrow corridors, offer strategic advantages for assault players.

Miami (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)

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Miami transports players to the neon-lit streets of the 1980s criminal underworld, complete with glowing signs, nightclubs, and palm trees. The map's layout, combining narrow streets with wide boulevards, supports a variety of tactical approaches, making it a favorite among players.

Ardennes Forest (WWII, 2017)

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Ardennes Forest captures the essence of a World War II battlefield with its snowy landscapes, trenches, and blazing ruins. Known for its symmetrical design, the map hosts brutal battles where the snow-soaked ground and every step could mean life or death.

London Docks (WWII, 2017)

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Set in wartime London, this map features dark alleys, wet cobblestones, and industrial architecture, creating a grim atmosphere. London Docks excels in its detailed design, with narrow alleys perfect for ambushes, spacious warehouses for firefights, and docks offering vantage points for control.

Turbine (Black Ops II, 2012)

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A vast map spanning 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, making it a critical area for strategic play.

Plaza (Black Ops II, 2012)

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Plaza welcomes players to a vibrant, neon-lit futuristic metropolis where battles unfold among upscale clubs and narrow alleys. Its architecture provides potential cover at every corner, while stairs, balconies, and glass storefronts add variety to the gameplay.

Overgrown (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)

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An abandoned village with overgrown ruins, Overgrown is ideal for snipers and tactical players. Elevated spots and watchtowers allow players to monitor enemy movements, making it one of the most strategic maps in the series.

Meltdown (Black Ops II, 2012)

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Set within a nuclear power plant, Meltdown features intense firefights around reactors and strategically important areas. The central reactor complex, with its maze of tunnels, is perfect for close combat and surprise flanking maneuvers.

Seaside (Black Ops 4, 2018)

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This charming seaside town offers both open areas for long-range engagements and narrow lanes for close-quarters combat. The picturesque setting can be deceptive, as danger lurks around every corner.

Crossfire (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)

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Set in a city abandoned during a 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, testing their skills to the limit.

Karachi (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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Karachi's dusty streets and chaotic layout offer a challenging environment with rooftops for ambushes and narrow alleys for close-quarters combat. The city ruins provide unpredictable terrain for flanking maneuvers, keeping players on their toes.

Estate (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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A luxurious mansion on a hill overlooking a dense forest, Estate is memorable for its campaign mode. Inside, players can fortify their positions, while the surrounding forest offers ample opportunities for surprise attacks.

Dome (Modern Warfare 3, 2011)

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Compact yet deadly, Dome features a ruined military base with a central abandoned dome. Battles here are fast-paced, requiring quick reflexes, cover knowledge, and precise timing.

Favela (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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A densely packed Brazilian slum, Favela is perfect for ambushes with its narrow corridors, rooftops, and hidden passages. It's a high-risk, high-reward environment, especially for shotgun users.

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. Strategy, speed, and smart use of cover are crucial to surviving this dynamic battlefield.

Summit (Black Ops, 2010)

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A snowy mountain base with various routes and tight corridors, Summit requires caution in both open areas and enclosed labs. The risk of falling off a cliff adds an extra layer of danger.

Highrise (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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Set atop a skyscraper, Highrise offers combat in cramped offices and open rooftop areas. It's famous for its hidden approaches and intense sniper duels.

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 heighten the tension of every skirmish. The crashed "Black Hawk" at the center is a memorable landmark.

Standoff (Black Ops II, 2012)

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A classic small town ideal for ambushes, Standoff allows for various combat styles, from hidden routes to rooftop attacks. Its cinematic feel is enhanced by the need for constant vigilance and timely reloads.

Raid (Black Ops II, 2012)

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A modern Los Angeles mansion with a pool, marble corridors, and open courtyards, Raid is well-balanced for both close-quarters and long-range combat. The high-paced action here appeals to players of all skill levels.

Hijacked (Black Ops II, 2012)

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A luxury yacht turned battleground, Hijacked offers intense combat in its small, confined spaces. With limited cover, the adrenaline runs high as players navigate decks and cabins.

Shipment (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)

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A tiny, square map filled with shipping containers, Shipment is a chaotic playground for close-range weapons. It's a place where killstreaks can be earned quickly, but so can quick deaths.

Firing Range (Black Ops, 2010)

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A military training ground perfect for mid-range battles, Firing Range offers multiple elevation levels and open areas, catering to various playstyles and weapon types.

Terminal (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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An airport map that blends spacious terminals, narrow corridors, and an open tarmac, Terminal allows for ambushes, vantage point control, and close-quarters combat on airplanes. Keeping the enemy in sight is key to success.

Rust (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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A small desert map with an oil rig at its center, Rust offers tight, vertically oriented gameplay. It's ideal for one-on-one duels and intense firefights, where combat starts immediately and doesn't let up until the end.

Nuketown (Black Ops, 2010)

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A small yet incredibly dynamic map, Nuketown is a true hallmark of the series. With two symmetrical streets, houses, and backyards, it's perfect for high-speed skirmishes. The threat of a nuclear explosion adds an extra layer of thrill.

These 30 maps have left an indelible mark on the memories of millions of players, becoming classics in the Call of Duty franchise. Each map offers unique gameplay experiences, from frantic close-quarters action to strategic battles in open terrain, catering to every player's preferred style.