Legends of Call of Duty: The 30 best maps in the history of the series
- By Lucas
- Mar 21,2025
Call of Duty, a cultural icon in online arcade shooters, has set an unparalleled standard over two decades. This legacy includes a vast array of maps, each the stage for countless intense battles. We've compiled a list of 30 of the franchise's best maps, a nostalgic journey through Call of Duty 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. Its intricate architecture allows for both effective ambushes and skillful escapes.
Ocean Drive (Black Ops 6, 2024)
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Inspired by iconic 80s action movies, Ocean Drive features gunfights amidst luxurious hotels and flashy cars. The contrast between wide-open streets and confined interiors makes it adaptable to various game modes.
Crown Raceway (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
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This fast-paced map unfolds amongst garages, stands, and pit areas, transforming into a high-octane battleground. The sounds of passing race cars enhance the immersive experience. Its unique design promotes highly dynamic combat, ensuring a balanced kill/death ratio regardless of skill level.
Moscow (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
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Moscow during the Cold War: a harsh yet majestic setting filled with hidden dangers. Players clash amidst imposing concrete buildings, opulent marble halls, and underground metro stations. The map blends tactical and aggressive gameplay styles.
Farm 18 (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
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A derelict military training base hidden within a dense forest. The central concrete training ground becomes a brutal battle zone, surrounded by partially destroyed buildings, narrow corridors, and concealed pathways offering opportunities for aggressive assaults.
Miami (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
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Neon lights reflecting on wet asphalt, nightclubs, luxury cars, and palm trees immerse players in the 1980s criminal underworld. The map combines narrow streets with wide boulevards, supporting diverse tactical approaches.
Ardennes Forest (WWII, 2017)
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Snowy forests, trenches, and burning ruins recreate the intensity of a World War II battlefield. The map's symmetrical design contributes to its brutal and unforgiving combat.
London Docks (WWII, 2017)
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War-torn London: dark alleys, wet cobblestones, and industrial architecture set the grim atmosphere. Narrow alleys are perfect for ambushes, spacious warehouses for open combat, and the docks offer commanding vantage points.
Turbine (Black Ops II, 2012)
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A sprawling map across canyons, Turbine offers vertical gameplay, open spaces, and numerous hidden routes for flanking maneuvers. The central broken turbine provides both cover and potential traps.
Plaza (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Plaza's futuristic metropolis features battles amongst upscale clubs, neon signs, and narrow alleys. The architecture provides ample cover, with stairs, balconies, and glass storefronts adding dynamic gameplay.
Overgrown (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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An overgrown abandoned village with ruined buildings and excellent sniper positions. Elevated spots and watchtowers provide tactical advantages, making it ideal for both stealth and open combat.
Meltdown (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Set within a nuclear power plant, Meltdown features strategically important areas and multiple access routes. The central reactor complex, with its maze of tunnels, is perfect for close-quarters combat and unexpected flanking attacks.
Seaside (Black Ops 4, 2018)
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A charming seaside town with both open areas for long-range engagements and narrow lanes for close-quarters combat. The beautiful setting shouldn't distract from the ever-present danger.
Crossfire (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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A war-torn city with a long central 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's dusty streets, abandoned buildings, and chaotic layout offer diverse tactical options. Rooftops provide ambush opportunities, while lower levels offer cramped corridors ideal for shotguns.
Estate (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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A luxurious mansion overlooking a dense forest. The interior allows for strong defensive positions, while the forest provides cover for surprise attacks.
Dome (Modern Warfare 3, 2011)
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A compact but deadly ruined military base centered around an abandoned dome. Fast-paced combat demands quick reflexes, knowledge of cover, and precise timing.
Favela (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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A densely packed Brazilian favela where danger is ever-present. Narrow corridors, rooftops, and hidden passages make it perfect for surprise attacks.
Express (Black Ops II, 2012)
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A bustling train platform where rapid-fire shootouts are the norm. The moving train adds tension and can become a deadly trap.
Summit (Black Ops, 2010)
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A snowy mountain base with varied routes and tight corridors. Combat takes place in both open areas and enclosed labs, with the ever-present danger of the cliff edge.
Highrise (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Set atop a skyscraper, Highrise offers combat in cramped offices and open rooftop areas, 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 combat lanes and ruined buildings offering diverse tactical possibilities. The crashed Black Hawk at the center is a memorable landmark.
Standoff (Black Ops II, 2012)
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A classic small town perfect for ambushes, offering diverse combat styles from hidden routes or elevated positions.
Raid (Black Ops II, 2012)
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A modern Los Angeles mansion with a pool, marble corridors, and open courtyards. It balances close-quarters and long-range combat effectively.
Hijacked (Black Ops II, 2012)
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A luxury yacht transformed into a battleground, its limited space and cover creating intense, adrenaline-fueled combat.
Shipment (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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A tiny, chaotic map among shipping containers, ideal for racking up killstreaks or being quickly eliminated. Perfect for close-range weapons.
Firing Range (Black Ops, 2010)
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A military training ground suited for mid-range battles, offering diverse terrain and options for various playstyles.
Terminal (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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An airport map blending spacious terminals, narrow corridors, and an open tarmac, offering a variety of combat scenarios.
Rust (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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A small desert map with a central oil rig, offering intense, vertically oriented gameplay perfect for one-on-one duels.
Nuketown (Black Ops, 2010)
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A small but incredibly dynamic map, a hallmark of the series. Its limited space necessitates constant movement and alertness.
These 30 maps represent iconic Call of Duty experiences, each offering unique gameplay. Whether you prefer close-quarters combat or open-terrain engagements, this list provides a diverse range of options for every player.
