Season 5 of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 begins on August 7 and, among the various new features, brings three challenging new multiplayer maps at launch. To help players be fully prepared for battle, check out this practical guide to the Runway, Exchange, and World Motor Dynasty (W.M.D.) maps.
Exchange (2v2 | 6v6): Market Mayhem
Exchange is a compact assault map with a clean three-lane layout. Fight behind bar counters and market stalls for cover while attacking from fixed positions, and be ready to retreat when enemies close in. The map features open paths on all sides of the central Deli, requiring fast reflexes as action rapidly shifts between lanes to adapt and win.
Check out the tips below:
– Molotov cocktails perfectly block narrow corridors like the shortcut between Deli and Terrace, restricting access to tight stalls. Use them to force enemy retreat during the fire’s burn duration.
– Instead of storming the exposed Deli, push toward corners during center engagements. This reduces enemy sightlines and eases transitions to the outer perimeter.
– For compatible weapons, extended magazines are ideal. You’ll face fewer ammo shortages during multi-target engagements, and the longer reload time becomes negligible after eliminating threats.
For more Exchange map details, visit the official site.
Runway (6v6): Watch Your Step!
Azrak Provincial Airport lies in ruins as Black Ops pursue final escapees. Navigate collapsed boarding bridges and scattered aircraft across the tarmac. Inside the terminal, battle through Food Court, Baggage Claim, and loading zones where a parked tank showcases the chase’s intensity.
On Runway, details matter. Use these tactics to dominate:
– With blind spots everywhere, equip the Tactical Stock perk to automatically trigger melee bashes during unexpected close encounters. Drop enemies quickly and advance.
– An SMG-pistol combo excels here. It shreds targets at close-mid range with high mobility. Though long-range opportunities exist, speed and precision dominate most engagements.
– Gain oversight from the plane nose overlooking Food Court and runway. When enemies attempt to flush you out, retreat to corners with shotguns. Preemptively deploy Trophy Systems for protection.
Explore full Runway details at the official site.
World Motor Dynasty (W.M.D.) (6v6): Luxury Firefights
Originally a Nova 6 lab in Call of Duty: Black Ops, W.M.D. returns as a luxury auto manufacturer in Avalon. Veterans will recognize the layout, featuring inner/outer perimeters around the central building. Areas like Silos, Loading Bridge, and catwalks enable long-range combat, while interiors host intense CQC.
Master the remastered W.M.D. with this intel:
– As one of Black Ops 6’s largest MP maps, W.M.D. spans vast interior/exterior zones. Optimize routes with UAVs, Intel Transfer, Tracker, or Hunter’s Instinct. Deny enemy intel with Counter-UAVs and Ghost.
– Long-range battles are unavoidable here. Use bullet velocity/damage-range Barrel attachments where available for critical boosts against distant targets.
– Utilize climbable surfaces everywhere for vertical play. Identify stairs and ledges to gain high-ground advantages over ground-level enemies.
See World Motor Dynasty (W.M.D.) details on the official site.
