Unleash Elemental Fury: A Deep Dive into Ammo Mods in Call of Duty Zombies
You are in the undead horde. Your weapon fires. You think, “This is great, but can it be… better?” Enter Ammo Mods. They shock, freeze, and sometimes change zombies into allies. Interested? You should be. Here’s what you need to know about these upgrades.
Obtaining Ammo Mods: Your Treasure Hunt Begins
How do you get these magical bullets? Ammo Mods aren’t lying around like old dog tags. Think of them as gifts from the zombie gods. More accurately, they are from Arsenal Machines in Black Ops 6 Zombies. These machines serve as your source for special ammunition.
- Arsenal Machines: Your Go-To Vendor
- Ground Loot: The Rare Treat
These aren’t typical machines. Arsenal Machines are your main source for Ammo Mods. They sell firepower upgrades for the apocalypse instead of overpriced drinks.
Sometimes, and we mean rarely, you may find an Ammo Mod as ground loot. It’s like discovering a twenty-dollar bill. A nice surprise, but not reliable. Don’t expect them often; it’s a lucky find.
Flashback to Cold War: A Different Era of Ammo Mods
If you played during Cold War, things were different. Ammo Mods had ways to enter your arsenal:
- Pack-a-Punch Machine: The OG Upgrade Station
- World Event Rewards in Outbreak: Adventure Pays Off
For 2,000 Essence, Pack-a-Punch was key. It made your weapon stronger and infused it with an Ammo Mod. Imagine a two-for-one deal – power and elemental effects.
Outbreak offered another way. Completing World Events gave players Ammo Mod pickups. Saving survivors or destroying эфирium crystals rewarded you with fancy bullets.
Black Ops 6 Zombies: Direct and to the Point
Black Ops 6 simplifies the process. Want Brain Rot? Head to The Armory and spend 500 Salvage. Need something else? Arsenal Machines trade Salvage for different zombie-stopping powers. It’s an easy system when you’re surviving round 30.
Crafting Ammo Mods: Schematics and Rift Rewards – The Elusive Blueprints
Crafting… If you want an Ammo Mod factory, slow down. Crafting isn’t straightforward. It’s about hoping RNG gods favor you.
- Schematics: The Key to Crafting (Sort Of)
- Rift Rewards: A Game of Chance
- Urzikstan Caches: Treasure Hunting for Blueprints
You can craft Ammo Mods by finding Schematics – blueprints for elemental enchantments. Simple? No. These Schematics are like golden tickets, leading to more Ammo Mods. But obtaining them is tricky.
Schematics mainly come from Rift Rewards. Think of them as digital loot boxes; instead of hats, you want crafting recipes. A gamble, but zombies involve risks.
Look in Urzikstan. Reports say plans for Mods hide in chests. While dodging zombies, take time to search through crates for hidden treasures.
Equipping/Applying Ammo Mods: Slap It On and Let Chaos Reign
You’ve got your Ammo Mod. Now how to make your bullets spicy? The application process differs slightly between games.
Cold War: Back to the Pack-a-Punch
Like obtaining them, applying Mods in Cold War happened at Pack-a-Punch for 2,000 Essence. If you found a Mod during a World Event, it worked right away.
Black Ops 6: Augments to the Rescue
Black Ops 6 is streamlined. Forget searching for where to apply your mod. Here’s the deal:
- Weapons Menu -> Augments: Your Customization Hub
- Arsenal Machines: Purchase and Apply in One Go
- Napalm Burst: Level-Locked Firepower
Go to your weapons, then “augments.” It’s like customizing a racing car but with elemental damage instead of spoilers. Find “equip augments,” and your Ammo Mods await.
Bought Napalm Burst from the Arsenal? You can apply it immediately. Convenience matters when zombies try to eat you.
This unlocks at player level 6. Once ready, 500 Salvage at Arsenal sets your bullets ablaze. Nothing says “goodbye zombie” like burning projectiles.
Researching Ammo Mods (Black Ops 6): Level Up Your Arsenal
Want all Ammo Mods? You need to research… literally. Black Ops 6 has a research system for Augments.
- Level 11: Your Research Threshold
- Weapons Menu -> Augments -> Research Augments: The Path to Knowledge
- Perks, Mods, and Field Upgrades: The Research Pool
Reach player level 11 to start tinkering in research lab. This is your initiation level for Ammo Mods. Enjoy base zombie-slaying until then.
Once at level 11, go to the main Zombies menu, then Weapons, then Augments, finally “Research Augments.” It’s a menu maze, but it’s worth it for elemental firepower.
The research menu shows what to unlock, including Perk-a-Colas, Ammo Mods, and Field Upgrades. Choose wisely, or grind them all out – zombies aren’t going anywhere.
Stacking Ammo Mods: Double the Trouble (For Zombies)
Stacking Ammo Mods? Now you’re being strategic. While the brief doesn’t detail stacking, mention of unlocking “every Ammo Mod” suggests it’s a feature in Black Ops 6 Zombies. You may layer elemental effects for maximum carnage. Imagine Cryo Freeze and Napalm Burst together – a chilling inferno.
- Salvage and Zombie Kills: Fueling Your Stack
To unlock and stack these mods, you need Salvage and zombie kills. Keep getting kills and completing tasks to expand your elemental arsenal.
Salvage: The Currency of Zombie Destruction
Salvage is the key to your Ammo Mod dreams in Black Ops 6 Zombies. Think of it as currency for killing zombies.
- 500 Salvage: The Price of Elemental Power
- Zombie Drops and Task Completion: Your Salvage Fountains
Each Ammo Mod costs 500 Salvage. Be it Napalm Burst or Brain Rot, that’s the amount. Save up!
How to earn Salvage? Kill zombies and complete tasks. More undead dispatched equals more Salvage earned. It’s a cycle of destruction and upgrades.
Types of Ammo Mods: Elemental Alphabet Soup
Let’s discuss flavors. Ammo Mods come in various types, each with its own style.
- Tier List Teaser: The META Breakdown
- S Tier: Napalm Burst, Cryo Freeze
- A Tier: Light Mend, Shadow Rift, Dead Wire
- B Tier: Brain Rot
- Napalm Burst: The Fiery Favorite
According to whispers (and tier lists), here’s the breakdown:
This suggests Napalm Burst and Cryo Freeze are top-tier, while Brain Rot may be lower on the list.
Napalm Burst shines for its effectiveness. Pair it with a crossbow and thermite.
Bolts, and you’ve got a zombie-melting machine. If you want your zombies crispy, Napalm Burst is your friend.
Ammo Mods and Perks: Citrus Focus – A Word of Caution
Perks and Mods – a match made in heaven, right? Mostly. There’s a specific interaction to watch:
- Citrus Focus: One Mod to Rule Them All
The Citrus Focus perk has a quirky relation with Ammo Mods. If your weapon has an Ammo Mod, Elemental Pop will only activate that Ammo Mod. Hoping for a random elemental mix with Elemental Pop and an Ammo Mod? Think again. Citrus Focus keeps it… focused.
Best Ammo Mod: Subjectivity Reigns Supreme (But Shadow Rift Shines)
What’s the best Ammo Mod? It’s subjective. Depends on playstyle, situation, and if you want your zombies burnt, frozen, or… brain-rotted.
- Shadow Rift: The Elite and Horde Controller
- Tier List Revisited: Top Tiers for Top Performance
If there’s a frontrunner, it’s Shadow Rift, paired with “Big Game” and “Supermassive.” This combo excels against elite enemies and hordes. If you want to be a zombie slayer, Shadow Rift could fit your style.
Napalm Burst and Cryo Freeze are often mentioned as top-tier. For raw damage and crowd control, these are strong picks.
Leveling Up Guns: Zombies – Your Weapon XP Farm
Bonus tip: Zombies help level your guns. Who knew zombie slaying could be productive?
- XP for Kills and Rounds: The Grind is Real (and Rewarding)
- Outbreak with Four Players: The XP Goldmine?
Playing Call of Duty Zombies levels your guns. Killing zombies and advancing grants experience points (XP) that boost weapon progression. Every headshot is progress towards weapon attachments.
Some players love Outbreak with four squad for weapon leveling. More zombies mean more XP. Teamwork levels up guns faster.
Max Ammo: Because Running Dry is a Nightmare
Running out of ammo amid a zombie horde? Nightmare. Thankfully, the “Max Ammo” power-up keeps you in the fight.
- Random Drops: Zombie Kills and Teleporters
- Hellhound Rounds: A Fiery Ammo Restock
Max Ammo can drop from zombie kills. It’s tied to teleporters in maps like Der Riese and Kino der Toten. Linking teleporters might give you a full reload. The game says, “You’ll need this.”
Surviving a Hellhound round can trigger a Max Ammo drop. While those fiery dogs are annoying, they help replenish bullets.
So, there you have it – the guide to Ammo Mods in Call of Duty Zombies. From obtaining them to stacking them, from research to the best types, you’re now armed to electrify, freeze, and ignite your way through the undead. Equip those mods and show those zombies who’s boss. Just try not to set yourself on fire.
