Call of Duty has long stood as a cultural icon in the world of online shooters, setting a near-unreachable bar for intensity, innovation, and immersive gameplay. Over its two-decade journey, the franchise has introduced countless maps—each offering unique environments where millions of battles are fought every season. We’ve curated a list of the 30 most unforgettable maps in Call of Duty history. Let’s take a trip down memory lane and revisit some of the most iconic battlegrounds ever created.
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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Perched high in the Bulgarian mountains lies Payback, a compact multi-level mansion designed for fast-paced, tactical engagements. Despite its small size, the map offers incredible versatility—perfectly balanced for all playstyles. Its complex layout allows for ambushes, flanking maneuvers, and quick escapes through windows or hidden passages.
Ocean Drive (Black Ops 6, 2024)
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Inspired by 1980s action cinema, Ocean Drive is a neon-lit playground of luxury hotels, flashy cars, and wide boulevards. The contrast between open streets and tight interiors makes it adaptable to multiple game modes, ensuring no two matches feel the same.
Crown Raceway (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
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This adrenaline-packed map features garages, pit stops, and roaring racecars that set the stage for chaotic firefights. As soon as the match starts, the environment becomes a blood-soaked racetrack with intense verticality and dynamic combat across multiple levels.
Moscow (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
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Step into Soviet-era Moscow—a city defined by brutalist architecture, marble corridors, and underground metro stations. With narrow alleys and sprawling boulevards, this map blends tactical positioning with aggressive push gameplay, making it ideal for both snipers and close-range fighters.
Farm 18 (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
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Hidden deep within a dense forest, Farm 18 is an abandoned military training base. At its center lies a concrete training ground that quickly turns into a battlefield hotspot. Surrounded by crumbling structures and secret pathways, this map rewards aggressive players with opportunities for surprise attacks.
Miami (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
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Set against the vibrant backdrop of 1980s Miami, this map combines glowing neon signs, palm-lined streets, and dangerous alleyways. It's perfect for diverse tactics—from long-range duels on open roads to tight gunfights in cramped nightclubs.
Ardennes Forest (WWII, 2017)
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In Ardennes Forest, snow-covered trenches and burning ruins immerse players in one of WWII’s fiercest battles. Battles here are brutal, with every step potentially leading to death. Symmetrical design ensures balanced engagements, making it a favorite among competitive players.
London Docks (WWII, 2017)
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Rain-slick cobblestones, industrial warehouses, and shadowy docks define this grim wartime map. Narrow alleys are perfect for ambushes, while open storage areas offer room for aggressive pushes. Control the high ground and dominate the battlefield.
