Top 30 Call of Duty Maps: A Legendary Journey Through the Series

Call of Duty has become a cultural phenomenon, setting the gold standard for online arcade shooters over the past two decades. Throughout its history, the franchise has introduced a vast array of maps, each hosting thousands of intense battles every season. We've curated a list of the 30 best maps in Call of Duty's history, taking a nostalgic journey through these iconic battlefields.

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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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Set in 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 perfect balance for all playstyles, with intricate architecture that allows for both setting ambushes and evading them by jumping out of windows.

Ocean Drive (Black Ops 6, 2024)

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Inspired by iconic 80s action films, Ocean Drive features gunfights among luxurious hotels and flashy cars. The map's layout, with its spacious streets and cramped interiors, suits a wide range of game modes, offering a dynamic and engaging experience.

Crown Raceway (Modern Warfare II, 2022)

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Crown Raceway transforms into a fast-paced battleground among garages, stands, and pit-stop areas. As the match begins, the environment becomes a blood-soaked racetrack, complete with the sounds of racing cars. Its unique design and dynamic combat ensure that no matter your skill level, your kill/death ratio will eventually balance out.

Moscow (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)

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Set during the Cold War era, Moscow captures the harsh and majestic atmosphere of the Soviet capital. Battles unfold amidst concrete buildings, marble halls, and metro stations, balancing tactical and aggressive gameplay across narrow alleys, spacious boulevards, and government complexes.

Farm 18 (Modern Warfare II, 2022)

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An abandoned military training base hidden in a dense forest, Farm 18's central concrete training ground turns into a meat grinder once the match starts. Surrounding areas offer partially destroyed buildings, narrow corridors, and hidden paths, ideal for assault players.

Miami (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)

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Immerse yourself in the 1980s criminal underworld with Miami's glowing neon signs, nightclubs, and palm trees. The map's layout, combining narrow streets and wide boulevards, is perfect for various tactics, offering an atmospheric and thrilling gameplay experience.

Ardennes Forest (WWII, 2017)

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Ardennes Forest transports players to the heart of one of World War II's fiercest battles, with snowy forests, trenches, and blazing ruins. Its well-thought-out symmetry and brutal combat make every step a potential risk.

London Docks (WWII, 2017)

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Set in wartime London, London Docks features dark alleys, wet cobblestones, and industrial architecture, creating a grim atmosphere. The map's detailed design supports various tactics, from ambushes in narrow alleys to active firefights in spacious warehouses.

Turbine (Black Ops II, 2012)

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Spanning across canyons, Turbine offers a mix of vertical gameplay, open spaces, and hidden routes for tactical flanking. The central broken turbine can serve as both cover and a trap, making it a versatile battleground.

Plaza (Black Ops II, 2012)

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Step into the vibrant neon world of Plaza, a futuristic metropolis where battles unfold among upscale clubs and narrow alleys. The map's architecture provides potential cover at every corner, adding variety to the gameplay through stairs, balconies, and glass storefronts.

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

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An overgrown abandoned village with ruined buildings, Overgrown is perfect for those who enjoy tactical gameplay and sniping. Elevated spots and watchtowers offer excellent vantage points for monitoring enemy movements.

Meltdown (Black Ops II, 2012)

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Set on the grounds of a nuclear power plant, Meltdown features intense firefights around strategically important areas and multiple routes. The central reactor complex is a maze of tunnels perfect for close combat and flanking attacks.

Seaside (Black Ops 4, 2018)

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A charming seaside town with cozy squares and dangerous alleyways, Seaside offers a mix of open areas for long-range shootouts and narrow lanes for close-quarters combat. Stay alert, as enemies could be lurking around any corner.

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

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Set in a city abandoned during a military conflict, Crossfire features a long street flanked by ruined buildings and sniper nests. Engage in prolonged ranged battles or attempt close combat through side alleys, but only if you're skilled enough.

Karachi (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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With its dusty streets and chaotic layout, Karachi offers rooftops for ambushes and narrow alleys perfect for shotguns. The unpredictable landscape of city ruins requires constant vigilance and strategic flanking.

Estate (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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A luxurious mansion on a hill overlooking a dense forest, Estate is memorable for its fortified interior and campaign mode. The surrounding forest offers plenty of trees for hiding and launching surprise attacks.

Dome (Modern Warfare 3, 2011)

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A compact yet lethal map, Dome features a ruined military base with a central abandoned dome. Battles here are fast-paced, requiring quick reflexes, knowledge of cover, and well-timed attacks.

Favela (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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Set in a densely built Brazilian slum, Favela is perfect for sudden ambushes with its narrow corridors, rooftops, and hidden passages. It's an ideal map for shotgun enthusiasts.

Express (Black Ops II, 2012)

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Experience rapid-fire shootouts on one of the busiest train platforms with Express. The moving train adds tension and can become a deadly trap, making it a dynamic battlefield where strategy and speed are key.

Summit (Black Ops, 2010)

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A snowy mountain base with various routes and tight corridors, Summit requires caution in both open areas and closed-off labs. Be especially wary near the steep cliffs above the abyss.

Highrise (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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Set atop a skyscraper, Highrise offers cramped offices and open rooftop areas. Known for hidden approaches and brutal sniper duels, it's a map that tests your tactical skills.

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

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An urban map with three main lanes of combat, Crash features ruined buildings and narrow alleyways that make every skirmish tense. The iconic crashed "Black Hawk" at the center adds a memorable touch.

Standoff (Black Ops II, 2012)

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A classic small town ideal for ambushes, Standoff offers various fighting styles with hidden routes and elevated firing positions. It's cinematic and requires timely reloading to avoid being caught off guard.

Raid (Black Ops II, 2012)

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A modern mansion in Los Angeles with a pool and marble corridors, Raid is superbly balanced for both close-quarters and long-range combat. It offers high-paced action suitable for all skill levels.

Hijacked (Black Ops II, 2012)

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A luxury yacht turned battleground, Hijacked's small space and limited cover create intense, adrenaline-pumping combat across the deck and cabins.

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

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A tiny, square map with chaotic firefights among shipping containers, Shipment is perfect for quick killstreaks and close-range weapons. It's a paradise of anarchy across three lanes.

Firing Range (Black Ops, 2010)

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A military training ground designed for mid-range battles, Firing Range offers multiple elevation levels and open areas, catering to various playstyles and weapon types.

Terminal (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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An airport with spacious terminals, narrow corridors, and an open tarmac, Terminal allows for ambushes, vantage point control, and close-quarters combat. Keep the enemy in your sights and avoid blind rushes.

Rust (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)

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A miniature desert map with an oil rig at its center, Rust offers tight, vertically oriented gameplay perfect for one-on-one duels and intense firefights. Combat starts immediately and continues until the last bullet.

Nuketown (Black Ops, 2010)

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A small, dynamic map that has become a hallmark of the series, Nuketown features two symmetrical streets, houses, and backyards, ideal for high-speed skirmishes. The risk of a nuclear explosion adds extra thrill.

These 30 maps have left an indelible mark on millions of players, becoming classics within the Call of Duty franchise. Each map offers something unique, whether it's frantic close-quarters action, tactical battles in open terrain, or a blend of both. No matter your preferred style, you'll find the perfect battleground in this list.