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

Call of Duty, a cultural phenomenon, has set the gold standard for online arcade shooters. Over two decades, the series has spawned countless maps, each the stage for thousands of intense battles every season. 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, perfect for intense firefights and diverse gameplay. Despite its compact size, the map expertly balances various playstyles; its intricate design allows for both ambushes and skillful escapes.

Ocean Drive (Black Ops 6, 2024)

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Inspired by iconic 80s action films, this map features gunfights amidst luxurious hotels and flashy cars. The contrast between open streets and confined interiors makes it versatile across multiple game modes.

Crown Raceway (Modern Warfare II, 2022)

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Fast-paced combat unfolds amongst garages, stands, and pit areas, transforming the environment into a high-octane bloodbath. The sounds of racing cars add to the immersive experience. Its unique design creates highly dynamic combat, ensuring a balanced kill/death ratio regardless of skill level.

Moscow (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)

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Cold War-era Moscow provides a stark, majestic setting filled with hidden dangers. Players clash amidst imposing concrete buildings, opulent marble halls, and metro stations, blending tactical and aggressive gameplay.

Farm 18 (Modern Warfare II, 2022)

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An abandoned military training base deep within a dense forest. The central concrete training ground becomes a brutal battle zone, surrounded by partially destroyed buildings, narrow corridors, and hidden pathways ideal 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, offering strategic versatility.

Ardennes Forest (WWII, 2017)

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Snowy forests, trenches, and ruined buildings create a visceral World War II battleground. The map's symmetrical design intensifies the brutal 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 offer ambush opportunities, spacious warehouses provide open combat, and the docks offer strategic vantage points.

Turbine (Black Ops II, 2012)

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A sprawling map across canyons, Turbine offers vertical gameplay, open spaces, and hidden routes for flanking maneuvers. The central, broken turbine provides both cover and potential traps.

Plaza (Black Ops II, 2012)

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A futuristic metropolis with upscale clubs, neon signs, and narrow alleys. The 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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An overgrown abandoned village with ruined buildings and prime sniper positions. Elevated spots and watchtowers allow for tactical observation and control.

Meltdown (Black Ops II, 2012)

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Set within a nuclear power plant, this map features strategically important areas and multiple routes. The reactor complex, with its maze of tunnels, is perfect for close-quarters combat and flanking maneuvers.

Seaside (Black Ops 4, 2018)

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A seaside town with open squares and dangerous alleyways. Long-range shootouts alternate with close-quarters combat in narrow lanes.

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

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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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Dusty streets, abandoned buildings, and a chaotic layout characterize Karachi. Rooftops offer ambush opportunities, while lower levels provide cramped corridors ideal for shotguns.

Estate (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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A luxurious mansion overlooking a forest. The interior provides defensive positions, while the forest offers cover for surprise attacks.

Dome (Modern Warfare 3, 2011)

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A compact, ruined military base with an abandoned dome at its center. Fast-paced combat requires quick reflexes, knowledge of cover, and precise timing.

Favela (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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A densely packed Brazilian slum with danger around every corner. Narrow corridors, rooftops, and hidden passages are perfect for ambushes.

Express (Black Ops II, 2012)

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Rapid-fire shootouts on a busy train platform. The moving train adds tension and can become a deadly trap.

Summit (Black Ops, 2010)

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A snowy mountain base with various routes and tight corridors. Combat takes place in both open areas and enclosed labs, with the risk of falling from a cliff.

Highrise (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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Combat atop a skyscraper, with cramped offices and open rooftop areas. Hidden approaches allow for surprise attacks, and the map is known for intense sniper duels.

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

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An urban map with three main lanes of combat and ruined buildings offering tactical possibilities. The crashed Black Hawk at the center is a memorable landmark.

Standoff (Black Ops II, 2012)

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A small town ideal for ambushes. Players can utilize hidden routes or high vantage points for attacks.

Raid (Black Ops II, 2012)

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A modern mansion in Los Angeles with a pool, marble corridors, and courtyards. It balances close-quarters combat and long-range shootouts.

Hijacked (Black Ops II, 2012)

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A luxury yacht where every space becomes a battleground. Its limited size and cover create intense, fast-paced combat.

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

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A tiny map with chaotic firefights amongst shipping containers. Ideal for racking up killstreaks (or being quickly eliminated).

Firing Range (Black Ops, 2010)

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A military training ground suitable for mid-range battles. Multiple elevation levels, small buildings, and open areas cater to various playstyles.

Terminal (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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An airport with spacious terminals, narrow corridors, and an open tarmac. Players can utilize ambushes, vantage points, or close-quarters combat near the airplane.

Rust (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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A miniature desert map with an oil rig at its center. Its compact size creates intense, vertically oriented gameplay ideal for one-on-one duels.

Nuketown (Black Ops, 2010)

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A small, dynamic map featuring two symmetrical streets, houses, and backyards. The limited space encourages constant movement and alertness.

These 30 maps represent iconic Call of Duty moments, offering diverse gameplay experiences from intense close-quarters combat to tactical open engagements. No matter your preferred style, this list has something for you.