Legends of Call of Duty: The 30 best maps in the history of the series

Call of Duty, a global phenomenon, has redefined the online arcade shooter experience for two decades. Across countless seasons, its diverse maps have been the stage for millions of intense battles. This curated list celebrates 30 of the franchise's finest, a nostalgic journey through Call of Duty's legendary landscapes.

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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 provides the backdrop for intense firefights and diverse gameplay. Despite its compact size, the map expertly balances various playstyles. Its intricate architecture offers ample opportunities for ambushes and skillful escapes.

Ocean Drive (Black Ops 6, 2024)

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Inspired by iconic 80s action movies, this map unfolds amidst luxurious hotels and flashy cars. The dynamic contrast between spacious streets and confined interiors caters to a wide range of game modes.

Crown Raceway (Modern Warfare II, 2022)

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Experience fast-paced combat amidst garages, stands, and pit areas. The environment transforms into a thrilling, high-octane racetrack, complete with the sounds of passing cars. Its unique design and dynamic combat ensure an unpredictable experience for players of all skill levels.

Moscow (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)

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Experience the harsh beauty of Cold War-era Moscow, a city teeming with hidden dangers. Engage in intense clashes amidst imposing concrete structures, opulent marble halls, and sprawling metro stations. The map seamlessly blends tactical and aggressive gameplay.

Farm 18 (Modern Warfare II, 2022)

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Discover an abandoned military training base concealed within a dense forest. The central concrete training ground becomes a brutal battle zone, surrounded by partially destroyed buildings, narrow corridors, and hidden pathways, offering strategic advantages for aggressive players.

Miami (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)

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Immerse yourself in the vibrant, neon-lit underworld of 1980s Miami. The map combines narrow streets with wide boulevards, creating a versatile environment for diverse tactical approaches.

Ardennes Forest (WWII, 2017)

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Experience the brutal reality of a World War II battlefield, amidst snowy forests, trenches, and ravaged ruins. The map's symmetrical design intensifies the already fierce combat, creating a truly visceral experience.

London Docks (WWII, 2017)

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Explore the grim atmosphere of war-torn London. Dark alleys, wet cobblestones, and industrial architecture provide the setting for intense battles. The map offers a mix of narrow alleyways perfect for ambushes, spacious warehouses for open combat, and docks offering strategic vantage points.

Turbine (Black Ops II, 2012)

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This expansive map, set amidst canyons, offers a blend of vertical gameplay, open spaces, and hidden routes for tactical flanking maneuvers. The central turbine structure can serve as both cover and a deadly trap.

Plaza (Black Ops II, 2012)

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Enter a futuristic metropolis filled with upscale clubs, neon lights, and narrow alleyways. The map's architecture provides numerous cover opportunities, with stairs, balconies, and glass storefronts adding to the dynamic gameplay.

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

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An overgrown abandoned village offers a tactical paradise for snipers and stealth players. Ruined buildings and elevated positions provide ample opportunities for strategic gameplay.

Meltdown (Black Ops II, 2012)

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Engage in intense firefights within a nuclear power plant. Strategically important areas and multiple routes lead to the central reactor complex, a maze of tunnels perfect for close-quarters combat and unexpected flanking maneuvers.

Seaside (Black Ops 4, 2018)

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A charming seaside town with a deceptive blend of open areas for long-range combat and narrow lanes ideal for close-quarters engagements. The beautiful setting belies the danger lurking around every corner.

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

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A war-torn city provides the backdrop for intense battles. A long central street, flanked by ruined buildings and sniper nests, offers a choice between long-range engagements and close-quarters combat through side alleys.

Karachi (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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Navigate the chaotic streets and abandoned buildings of Karachi. Rooftops offer strategic ambush points, while lower levels provide tight corridors perfect for shotgun engagements. The unpredictable layout encourages flanking maneuvers.

Estate (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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A luxurious mansion overlooking a dense forest offers diverse combat opportunities. The interior provides strong defensive positions, while the surrounding forest offers cover for surprise attacks.

Dome (Modern Warfare 3, 2011)

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This compact map, centered around a ruined dome, offers lightning-fast combat. Hostile fire can come from any direction, demanding quick reflexes and precise timing.

Favela (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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Explore the dangerous, densely packed streets of a Brazilian favela. Narrow corridors, rooftops, and hidden passages create a perfect environment for surprise attacks.

Express (Black Ops II, 2012)

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Experience rapid-fire shootouts on a bustling train platform. The moving train adds to the tension and can become a deadly trap for unwary players.

Summit (Black Ops, 2010)

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A snowy mountain base with varied terrain and tight corridors. Combat takes place both in open areas and confined labs, with the ever-present danger of the cliff edge adding to the tension.

Highrise (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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Engage in combat atop a skyscraper, navigating cramped offices and open rooftop areas. The map is known for its hidden approaches and intense sniper duels.

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

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This urban map features three main combat lanes, with ruined buildings offering tactical possibilities and narrow alleyways creating tense close-quarters combat.

Standoff (Black Ops II, 2012)

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A classic small town setting, ideal for ambushes and diverse combat styles. Hidden routes and elevated positions provide strategic advantages.

Raid (Black Ops II, 2012)

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A modern mansion in Los Angeles, featuring a pool, marble corridors, and open courtyards, offers a balanced blend of close-quarters and long-range combat.

Hijacked (Black Ops II, 2012)

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Experience intense combat aboard a luxury yacht, where every space becomes a battleground.

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

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This tiny map offers chaotic, fast-paced combat among shipping containers, perfect for close-range weapons and high killstreaks.

Firing Range (Black Ops, 2010)

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A military training ground offering a variety of combat scenarios, from mid-range engagements to close-quarters skirmishes.

Terminal (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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An airport setting blending spacious terminals, narrow corridors, and an open tarmac, offering diverse tactical options.

Rust (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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A small desert map centered around an oil rig, offering intense, vertically-oriented combat.

Nuketown (Black Ops, 2010)

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This iconic small map offers fast-paced, high-octane combat in a tightly confined space.

These 30 maps represent a timeless collection of Call of Duty's most memorable and influential battlegrounds. Each offers a unique blend of action and strategy, ensuring a lasting legacy for players of all styles.