There are 16 Total DLC Maps in Call of Duty: Black Ops 2

Across 4 multiplayer map packs, 1 zombies map pack, and the Nuketown Zombies bonus map, Black Ops 2 features 16 downloadable content (DLC) maps. This includes…

Multiplayer – 15 Maps Across 4 DLC Packs

The Black Ops 2 multiplayer DLC spans 4 packs – Revolution, Uprising, Vengeance, and Apocalypse – with each featuring 4 new multiplayer maps. Plus, there‘s the fan-favorite bonus map, Nuketown Zombies.

Here‘s a breakdown of each DLC pack and their maps:

Revolution DLC

The Revolution DLC kicked off BO2‘s post-launch content with 5 maps across multiplayer and zombies.

Multiplayer Maps

• Hydro – Medium sized map on a Pakistan hydroelectric dam. Mixed long and close quarters combat.
• Grind – Set in Venice Beach, this small skatepark map leads to frantic skirmishes and fast-paced action.
• Downhill – Large Alpine ski resort map with varied elevation and sightlines. Great for sniping.
• Mirage – Giza desert warfare around a ritzy hotel resort. Sandstorms randomly hit, changing up the landscape.

Zombies

• Die Rise – Takes place in post-apocalyptic Shanghai high-rises. Introduced buildable Wonder Weapons and vertical zombies gameplay.

Uprising DLC

The Uprising DLC delivers across-the-board variety with new multiplayer maps ranging from a war-torn Japanese village to the paintball arena that started it all.

Multiplayer Maps

• Magma – Lava flows through a Japanese seaside village, creating dangerous hot zones and visual impairment.
• Encore – Small community theater map for close quarters combat. Fast-paced with circular layout.
• Vertigo – Set in futuristic high-rises in India, Vertigo features ziplines for vertical traversal and combat.
• Studio – Reimagining of the iconic Firing Range map from the original Black Ops. Popular for small team battles.

Zombies

• Mob of the Dead – Innovative zombies map set on Alcatraz Island prison, introducing Hell‘s Retriever tomahawk and Afterlife mode.

Vengeance DLC

The Vengeance DLC brings 4 new medium-sized multiplayer maps alongside the wild west-theme Buried zombies experience.

Multiplayer Maps

• Cove – Underwater warfare at a pricey Hong Kong private yacht club and storage facility.
• Detour – Set on a destroyed suspension bridge over the Hudson River, this map caters to close and long range shootouts.
• Uplink – Mountain top satellite communications base in the Gobi Desert with opportunities for high vantage points.
• Rush – Paintball arena in Sydney, Australia with a unique dual-level design and interactive paint POSTED BY de.

Zombies

• Buried – Takes place underground in an old west ghost town. Introduced buildable Subsurface Resonator Wonder Weapon and persistent perks.

Apocalypse DLC

The Apocalypse DLC brings the meteoric rise of Call of Duty eSports into focus with the iconic Stadium remake alongside other diverse maps.

Multiplayer Maps

• Pod – Set in a futuristic eco-city in Singapore, this small to medium map has clean sightlines and opportunities for SMG run-and-gun styles.
• Frost – Snow-covered abandoned town tailored for long distance skirmishes. Snow storms impact visibility and landscape occasionally.
• Takeoff – Remake of Stadium from the original Black Ops. This medium map is built around spectator sightlines for eSports events.
• Dig – Archaeological excavation site in Angkor Wat temple, Cambodia. Compact map with opportunities for flanking.

Zombies

• Origins – Concluding the zombies storyline of Black Ops 2, Origins revisits Group 935 scientists in WWI-era France. Introduced elemental punch Wonder Weapons, generator defense, and more.

Bonus Map – Nuketown Zombies

No Black Ops game is complete without Nuketown. The bonus DLC map Nuketown Zombies brings the iconic cul-de-sac backdrop to an overrun nuclear test site. Fight endless waves of zombies with up to 4 players as you try to survive as long as possible.

Game Statistics and Player Count Data

Now that we‘ve covered all the maps, let‘s look at some game statistics:

• Average player count across all core multiplayer maps: 6-12 players
• Average match length across maps: 5-10 mins
• Map sizes: Small (<7500 sq ft), Medium (<15000 sq ft), and Large (> 15000 sq ft)
• Most popular DLC maps based on player count: Takeoff, Studio, Rush
• Highest average player counts in Chaos moshpit (~12 players) and lowest in standard TDM (~6 players)

Zombies Map Comparison Table

Here‘s an overview of the key details on each BO2 zombies map:

Personal Map Recommendations

From a personal perspective, here are my top picks from the DLC maps:

Most Fun – Die Rise: The vertical combat, random weapon drops, and ever-present risk of deadly falls make Die Rise a blast to play. I also love the Sliquifier Wonder Weapon and its arcing, area-of-effect damage. Mob of the Dead is a close second with its intriguing Alcatraz locale and Hell‘s Retriever tomahawk you can retrieve from kills.

Most Competitive – Takeoff: There‘s a reason Takeoff has been remade several times now – it just works. The stadium layout promotes versatile weapon usage and flanking tactics without overly benefiting campers. Hardpoint and Capture the Flag are extra fun here.

Most Challenging – Buried: I‘ve made Round 30+ attempts but have yet to fully complete a lengthy run on Buried. Between the maze-like underground rooms, the ghost witch boss, reloadable weapons, and perma-perks, Buried demands solid zombie-slaying skills and adaptability to go the distance.

Let me know your thoughts on the DLC maps in the comments! I‘m always down to squad up in Chaos Moshpit and grind weapon camos across the DLC maps as well.