LAUNCH

Prebrief

Fight across a Russian rocket launch facility with the return of Launch, newly remastered from the original Call of Duty®: Black Ops. The mid-sized map challenges Operators to fight for possession of an expansive industrial area, including the Fuel Yard, Loading area, Launch Pad, and a variety of supporting interior spaces found along the main Road.

The map’s complex layout leaves room for all kinds of tactics, whether you’re angling for longshots down the main thoroughfares or weaving through the industrial features to get up close to your target. Map intel and situational awareness are crucial to maintaining the advantage. Prepare for takeoff and launch your way to victory.

Launch Intel

Multiple operators battle across an industrial launch facility, with gunfire, explosions, and close-quarters combat.

1. 3, 2, 1… The rocket is set for takeoff around the halfway point of the match. Before the thrusters start firing, make sure you’re out from underneath them. In a hurry, you can Wall Jump off the angled ground platforms up to one of two ledges just out of the fire’s reach.

2. Staircase sniper: Climb up to the top level of either of the Launch Pad staircases for excellent views extending toward the map’s two main spawn points. Use the red piping running along the outer wall to travel between the two points with minimal exposure.

3. Let it rain: Give the Iron Rain Scorestreak a spin to dominate enemy forces along the largely open map. Equip its Active Camo Overclock Ability to reduce the aircraft’s visibility when not actively engaged with the enemy and time your bombardments so the payload hits right where the enemy is headed.

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