Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will bring back the beloved Zombies mode, mixing familiar and new elements for veteran players and newcomers alike. Here are the key details:
Core Features of Zombies Mode
Turn-Based Gameplay: The game marks the return of classic turn-based Zombies, where players team up in teams of 1-4 to fend off waves of undead enemies. This format has been a fan favorite since its inception and is designed to provide an engaging cooperative experience.
New Maps: At launch, players will have access to two brand new maps: Liberty Falls and Terminus. These maps are designed to offer unique challenges and environments, with Terminus set in a maximum security prison complex, adding a narrative element to the gameplay.
Narrative and Characters
Dark Aether Storyline: Zombies Mode continues the Dark Aether storyline, set in 1991, following the events of Black Ops Cold War. Players will encounter a cast of dedicated characters, including Grigori Weaver and Elizabeth Grey, who will provide deeper narrative engagement through dialogue and interaction.
Game Mechanics: The mode introduces a power-up upgrade system, allowing players to unlock a variety of upgrades that fit their play style. This system adds depth to character development and customization as players tackle increasingly difficult rounds.
Changes and Innovations
Removal of Carpenter Power-Up: One notable change is the removal of the Carpenter Power-Up, which traditionally allowed players to rebuild barriers. This shift heralds a new direction for the game’s dynamics, emphasizing more aggressive strategies rather than relying on defensive barriers.
Omnidirectional Movement: For the first time in Zombies, players can use an omnidirectional movement system, allowing for more fluid combat movements. This feature enhances the player’s agility in intense battles against hordes of zombies.
New Map Details
Terminus Island
Location: Terminus is located on an island in the Philippine Sea and is described as one of the largest turn-based zombie maps ever created for the series. Players will traverse a dark and foreboding environment, with the former agent from Requiem imprisoned in a remote prison. The map is designed to offer extensive exploration and numerous challenges, including various Easter eggs to be discovered.
Liberty Falls
Background: This map takes place in a fictional town in West Virginia that has been overrun by zombies during an outbreak. Liberty Falls incorporates familiar American town aesthetics, including churches and comic book stores, and has a slightly more relaxed vibe than Terminus. Gameplay will include unique mechanics, such as interactive elements that can help players fend off hordes of the undead.
