DutyThe main game mode, Zombies, was initially a fun game mode, with no future in sight. That was until the credits for gamers came in Call of Duty World at War, and fans were introduced to the zombie horde. Endless rounds of fear, fun and limb, that’s what the game mode offered.
After 14 years since the first Call of Duty Zombies, players have enjoyed the challenge of endless rounds and undead zombie hordes. The mode designed by Treyarch is in many, but not all, Duty titles. Combined with great characters, weapons, maps and enemies.
10 Forefront
With the title of 2021, Call of Duty: Vanguard, the Zombies game mode returned in a significantly smaller way. Until June 2022, Zombies didn’t even have the classic and beloved round-based gameplay and only recently received a new map with a remake for Shi No Numa. Not only is Vanguard lacking in Zombies content, but the gameplay itself is somewhat mediocre.
Most Zombies fans would agree that Vanguard is a disappointment for Zombies from the franchise. The story is bland, as the lore is often a compelling mystery. The gameplay itself is too similar, with weapons, perks, and other systems remaining unappealing.
9 Black Ops 4
After the peak of Black Ops 3‘s Zombies, fans were ecstatic to see the game mode return for Black Ops 4. Not only did fan favorite characters return, but there was also a new Zombie crew in an alternate timeline. Both stories, separate but equally intricate, lacked total intrigue and otherwise stale gameplay.
Black Ops 4 tried to change the Zombies formula but was somewhat unsuccessful. Most of the maps were pale remakes of previous maps, sacrificing intricate designs for large areas. many deem Black Ops 4 Zombies as one of the weaker entries.
8 world War 2
Of Duty finally return to its roots and go back to the past, Call of Duty: World War 2 tried to bring back the horror elements seen in the first iteration of CODFISH Zombies. The team succeeded and the zombie designs were grotesque and gruesome to watch. The crew was made up of a star-studded cast of actors to fight with, such as David Tennant and Ving Rhames.
However, despite the cast and great detail of the world and zombies, the maps were somewhat lacking. The gameplay was different enough from previous Zombies to remain interesting, but there were too many perks that made the game easier than others.
7 Infinite Warfare
With Infinity Ward setting the tone for their version of Zombies, things got in the way of fun and campy. Infinity Ward dropped the horror aspects of Zombies and brought a new groove to the franchise. The first map is a fun theme park with classic 80s tunes and even David Hasselhoff. The Easter egg itself involved aliens and the devil.
The cards featured cameos from celebrities such as Kevin Smith and featured a different genre for each card. On such a map, players embark on a kung fu journey against the zombie hordes. The Infinity Ward team seemed to be having a lot of fun with their version of Zombie mode.
6 Advanced Warfare
With Sledgehammer Games leading their first Duty title, Advanced Warfare more experimented with movement than other COD games. Exo skeletons were used for better versatility in jumps and runs, and even the zombies were able to move more.
The game featured a talented cast, including the likes of Jon Bernthal, John Malkovich and Evil Dead’s very own Bruce Campbell. The gameplay was quite fun and there was a good variety of maps. It didn’t feel like a Treyarch title, though.
5 Black Ops 2
After the success of Zombies, Activision knew it needed to invest more time and money in the game mode. After all, it has a loyal fan base. Of Call of Duty: Black Ops 2players saw the Multiplayer engine in use for Zombies, as well as new stats, improved leaderboards, and skill-based matchmaking.
Black Ops 2 featured many interesting cards, as well as famous Easter eggs that franchise players have come to expect. Black Ops 2 offers great moments in the Zombies series, as well as unique game modes for Zombies themselves.
4 World at war
When the credits rolled Call of Duty World at War campaign, many players may have been afraid to see shuffling bodies running towards the camera. The screen goes dark, with an ominous title card “Nazi Zombies” burning into the screen. Round 1 begins, and Duty has never been the same since.
World at war did a great job fleshing out the Zombies game mode, and so much of it was perfect on the first try that many features remain a staple. The round system, mystery box, perks and more. World at war remains the classic Zombies experience.
3 Black Ops
Since Zombies was a huge success, many fans were waiting for Treyarch’s next title, Call of Duty Black Ops, to see what’s next for Zombies. The developers knocked it out of the park with the two cards upon release. Fight new enemies in a theater and become Nixon and JFK in the Pentagon.
The gameplay was smoother from the original entry, and Black Ops contained some great maps, with the original from World at war. It made the experience exciting, with new perks, weapons and features to explore.
2 Black Ops Cold War
There were many unique features to Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold WarZombies. For the first time in the franchise, players could select their collaborator. This meant that because of the collaborations, players could fight against zombies like Rambo or Frank Woods. Benefits were plentiful, with a new tier system for weapons and upgrades.
Guns felt intensely powerful and mowing down zombies had never been so much fun. The maps were big and the hordes even bigger, thanks to the next-gen console capabilities. Black Ops Cold War was easier for new players and a game mode that everyone could enjoy.
1 Black Ops 3
The best Zombies experience is never a pleasant answer. However, many agree that Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 is the best experience for many reasons. The game itself features a series of exciting new maps. These range from the streets of Morg City as Jeff Goldblum and Ron Perlman to the ongoing Zombies storyline featuring the Primis Crew. Zombies Chronicles also saw the DLC release of fan favorite maps remade for Black Ops 3.
Game mode is the definitive way to play certain cards, thanks to its many assortments of weapons and wonder weapons. The benefits are many and the gameplay is exciting. Players can run, jump and slide across the maps while being chased by a variety of mini bosses and zombies. Each Easter egg also has a defining boss to further unfold the story in Zombie mode.
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