Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 redefined the cooperative Zombies mode by introducing an interconnected storyline, innovative gameplay mechanics, and expansive downloadable content packs. Across four major DLC releases, Treyarch expanded the universe far beyond the base game map, Green Run. Understanding the full scope of available maps and bonus features helps players navigate one of the most celebrated eras in Call of Duty history.
Revolution Pack Introduces Die Rise and Turne
The first downloadable content season kicked off with Revolution, which brought players to the crumbling skyscrapers of Shanghai in Die Rise. This map introduced vertical traversal, forcing players to navigate elevator shafts and slippery ledges while avoiding fatal falls. Additionally, the pack introduced Turned, a unique game mode allowing players to control zombies in a fast-paced competitive environment.
Die Rise also featured the Squirt Gun-like Wonder Weapon called the Sliquifier, which created slippery hazards for horde control. The map expanded the Victis crew storyline as the survivors worked to establish communication towers under Richtofen or Maxis' directions. Its distinct verticality remains one of the most challenging layout designs in the entire franchise.
Uprising Expansion Brings Alcatraz to Life in Mob of the Dead
The Uprising DLC introduced Mob of the Dead, a fan-favorite map set within the eerie confines of Alcatraz Island. Featuring a celebrity mobster cast and a darker tone, this map replaced traditional quick revive mechanics with Afterlife mode. Players used ghost-like abilities to power up perk machines, open doors, and solve intricate steps to build a getaway plane.
Mob of the Dead introduced iconic weapons like the Blundergat and the Hell's Retriever, alongside the dreaded Brutus boss enemy. The narrative provided a self-contained story loop that offered one of the first definitive endings in Zombies history. Its atmospheric sound design and tight corridors established a gold standard for future story-driven maps.
Vengeance Delivers Underground Action in Buried
Vengeance brought players to an underground subterranean Western town buried deep within Angola. Buried focused on accessible yet rewarding mechanics, introducing the friendly giant Arthur to aid players in clearing debris and holding zombies. The map featured the Ray Gun Mark II, a powerful burst-fire weapon that became available across all previous Black Ops 2 maps upon download.
Players could also utilize unique buildables such as the Subwoofer and Trample Steam to set up elaborate defensive strategies. Buried served as the final chapter for the Victis characters, culminating in a dramatic conclusion to the global tower story arc. Its approachable layout made it a favorite for both casual survivalists and easter egg hunters.
Apocalypse Concludes the Season with Origins
The final DLC pack, Apocalypse, introduced Origins, taking players back to World War I northern France. This map introduced the original Ultimis crew in an alternate timeline, setting the foundation for the complex Primis storyline. Players faced giant roaming robots, mud-filled trenches, and Dieselpunk technology while unlocking four craftable elemental staffs.
Origins revolutionized gameplay by introducing generator power stations, perk-granting Dig Sites, and the Wonderfizz machine. Navigating the muddy battlefield required precise movement and strategic planning to survive against aggressive Panzersoldat bosses. It remains a legendary finale that completely transformed the scope of Call of Duty Zombies.
