Black Ops 7 Zombies Guide: Full BO7 Zombies Walkthrough

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 launches with the Ashes of the Damned map, throwing players into a distorted hellscape located within the Dark Aether. This guide details the main mechanics, the complete path to the Necrofluid Gauntlet, and the steps required to defeat the final boss using the vehicle-based combat system. You'll find verified information here to navigate the fog-choked roads and survive the broken timelines.

Black Ops 7 Zombies Mode Overview

Core Mechanics and Progression

The mode operates on a round-based structure where players earn Essence to unlock zones and purchase upgrades. Key progression systems include Augments, which upgrade Perks, Ammo Mods, and Field Upgrades. You unlock the Augments menu at level 11, allowing for nine total upgrades per category to increase efficiency or add special bonuses. GobbleGums return as consumable items found in machines or equipped via the Loadout Menu, providing temporary advantages.

Players can customize their HUD through the Career menu, changing widget placement and color themes. Essence remains the primary currency, used for doors, perks, and the Mystery Box, which costs 950 Essence. Salvage drops from enemies and is required to buy Ammo Mods from Arsenal Machines.

Key Map Locations and Navigation

Ashes of the Damned is a massive open map centered around the town of Ashwood. The run begins at Janus Towers Plaza. From there, the map branches into several major districts:

• Monolith Forest and Blackwater Lake: Located on the left route, featuring a cabin and a power pump infestation.
• Collapsed Tower and Vandorn Farm: The right route, containing a barn, a hanging body, and another power pump.
• The Cosmodrome: A key area housing Support Systems and Yuri's Lab.
• Exit 115: An area containing a diner, service station, and sword trap.
• Rabbit Alley: The location of the Pyramid.

Arsenal Guide: Weapons, Upgrades and Wonder Weapons

Ammo Mods and Augments

Players can enhance their weapons using Ammo Mods purchased for 500 Salvage at Arsenal Machines. These mods add elemental effects to bullets. Players have access to the following Ammo Mods:

• Dead Wire (Electric)
• Cryo Freeze (Frost)
• Fire Works (Explosive)
• Napalm Burst (Fire)
• Shadow Rift (Shadow)
• Brain Rot (Toxic)

Each mod can be researched further in the menu to unlock stronger effects.

Pack-a-Punch Upgrade Path

The Pack-a-Punch (PaP) system in this map is unique because it is portable. You must first locate T.E.D.D.'s head in the Janus Towers server room and install it onto the truck named "Ol' Tessie". After powering up the regions and the Ashwood Bridge, you drive the truck into the Ashwood garage. Installing the Pack-a-Punch Core onto the back of Ol' Tessie allows the machine to travel with you. This mobile PaP station is important for upgrading weapons while traversing the large map.

How to Get the Wonder Weapon

The map's unique Wonder Weapon is the Necrofluid Gauntlet. Obtaining it involves a multi-step quest. First, you must defeat the Uber Klaus boss on round 8 to get the Stabilizer Chip. Install this chip into Claus at the Ashwood Sheriff's Office and wake him with stun grenades.

Guide Claus to the Cosmodrome Support Systems to unlock the Ether Barrel. You must then transport this barrel to generators at Ashwood, Blackwater Lake, and Vandorn Farm to fill it, all while managing a decay timer. Finally, bring the full barrel to the Farm cellar and solve a puzzle by matching symbols found on the rooftops of Janus Towers. Solving this unlocks the Necrofluid Gauntlet.

Main Quest Walkthrough and Easter Egg Guide

Prerequisites and Required Items

Before advancing the story, you have to unlock the map and upgrade Ol' Tessie. You need to collect the Abomination Carcass from a locked fridge in Exit 115 by killing "The Cook" zombie for the key. Installing this carcass gives the truck a beam attack. You also need to find a purple fog rock and destroy it with the beam to get Horde Husk Chunks.

Step-by-Step Main Quest Walkthrough

• Step 1: The Serum Ritual. Collect three ingredients: the Powder of the Forgotten from the Taylor Shop mirror (requires Wisp Tea), the Widow's Lantern from Vandorn Farm (requires Jar of Spores), and the Mysterious Limb from killing a Zersa Bear with the truck's beam. Place these in Yuri's Lab and solve the chalkboard cipher to start a lockdown event.
• Step 2: The Three Keys. Locate three keys hidden in the fog: the Bruin Key, Nightbird Key, and Terrapin Key. Each key applies a debuff, such as disabling weapons or sprinting. Bring all three to the Pyramid in Rabbit Alley to trigger a cutscene and spawn the DG-2 Turret part.
• Step 3: The Points of Interest. Install the DG-2 Turret on Ol' Tessie and shoot the floating Clock Tower to freeze time. Use the Necrofluid Gauntlet to shoot the clock face, charging the weapon. You must then complete specific puzzles at four locations: the Farm (clock ritual), Exit 115 (lightning markers), Cosmodrome (satellite cipher), and Blackwater Lake (film reels).

Finding Collectibles and Parts

Several items require specific actions to locate.

• Human Bones: Sever the hanging foot in Vandorn Farm with a tomahawk and burn it with a Molotov.
• Ravager Eyes: Kill a Ravager enemy using the sword trap at Exit 115.
• Stabilizer Chip: Drop the core from the Uber Klaus boss on round 8.

Boss Fight Tactics and Strategy

Boss Phases and Weak Spots

The final encounter takes place in a dedicated arena and relies entirely on vehicle combat. One player drives Ol' Tessie while another operates the DG-2 Turret. You must boost the truck to ram the boss in the center of the arena while simultaneously using the beam attack. This combination breaks the boss's armor and exposes weak spots for the turret to target.

The boss has a Beyblade phase where it spins and becomes immune. During this phase, you must race to a blue beam and drive through it to recharge your boost. In the final phase, the boss uses a purple locking laser. You must time your boost to interrupt this charge, or the truck will be destroyed.

Survival Tips and Resource Management

Survival in the boss fight depends on keeping Ol' Tessie operational.

1. Teleport: If the boss swallows the truck, use the vehicle teleport pad to return to the arena instantly.
2. Powerups: Max Armor and Max Ammo powerups will spawn, use the Wonder Weapon's retrieve function to grab them safely.
3. Preparation: Before starting the vote at Blackwater Lake, stockpile Casmir grenades, armor plates, and self-revive GobbleGums like Aftertaste.

Best Loadouts, Perks and Builds

Perks and Effects

Black Ops 7 features a robust Perk system. You can purchase these from Perk-a-Cola machines or the Der Wunderfizz machine.

• Survival Perks: Juggernog increases health, Quick Revive speeds up healing, and PHD Flopper prevents explosive damage.
• Utility Perks: Stamin-Up increases speed, Speed Cola speeds up reloading, and Death Perception outlines enemies.
• Combat Perks: Double Tap increases fire rate, Deadshot Daiquiri improves critical damage, Elemental Pop triggers random ammo mods, Melee Macchiato buffs melee, and Vulture Aid improves loot.
• Special Perk: Wisp Tea summons a companion wisp and is required for the Main Quest.

Field Upgrades

Field Upgrades are abilities that recharge over time.

• Offensive: Energy Mine and Dark Flare deal heavy damage to groups.
• Defensive: Frenzied Guard repairs armor and Aether Shroud hides you from enemies.
• Support: Healing Aura revives allies instantly, while Toxic Growth creates defensive thorn bushes.

Mastering the Apocalypse

To truly conquer Black Ops 7 Zombies, you must adapt and grow as the unending threat presses on. The Dark Aether demands perfect execution and superior resource management from every player, regardless of the map or specific quest. Face the challenge, plan with your team, and learn the mode inside and out. That's the dedication that defines your experience against the undead.

FAQ

What Is the BO7 Zombies Mode?

It is a round-based survival mode included with the base game where players fight undead waves and complete quests.

How to Start the Zombies Mode in Black Ops 7?

You can access the mode from the main menu and launch the "Ashes of the Damned" map.

How to Upgrade Weapons in BO7 Zombies?

You can use the Pack-a-Punch machine installed on the Ol' Tessie truck or buy Ammo Mods with Salvage.

What Is the Main Zombies Easter Egg?

The main quest involves restoring power, building the Necrofluid Gauntlet, and defeating the final boss in a vehicle arena.

Can You Play BO7 Zombies Solo?

Yes, the mode supports solo play, though some steps like the boss fight vehicle mechanics are optimized for cooperation.