Call of Duty: Warzone is one of the most popular free-to-play battle royale games available on consoles and PC. As the free standalone version of the Call of Duty: Warzone battle royale mode, Warzone drops up to 150 players into a massive map where they compete for survival in a battle of tactics and ever-shrinking safe zones. With varied landscapes ranging from downtown city streets to open farmland, players must loot for gear, vehicles, and weapons if they hope to be the last squad standing in Verdansk. Fast-paced combat, ground loot, Gulag returns, and ever-evolving game modes keep matches fresh and exciting for solo, duo, and trio players alike in this military shooter juggernaut.
Call of Duty Warzone Gameplay
The gameplay of Call of Duty: Warzone is fast, intense, and highly tactical. Each match starts by parachuting onto the massive Verdansk map with up to 149 other players. The first priority is finding weapons and armor on the ground so you’re not an easy target. I usually like to land at the Superstore or Airport for their abundance of loot. Communication with squadmates is key to staying alive, so I’ll call out locations of enemy players and good gear to share resources.
Once geared up, it’s time to scout out nearby areas for more loot and eliminations. Driving vehicles around the map is a fun way to quickly rotate between POIs (points of interest) but it also makes your squad vulnerable to ambushes. When engaging in firefights, I like to use the environment to my advantage by peeking in and out of buildings and hills. Coordinating pincer movements with my teammates often leads to a squad wipe. If one of us gets knocked down, it’s a race against time to buy them back from the Gulag before their final death.
As the circle closes in later rounds, tension runs high. Squads are more spread out which leads to longer ranged battles with sniper rifles and assault rifles. At this stage, I’m constantly checking the map and my 6 o’clock for incoming enemies. With only a few squads left, it usually comes down to a climactic fight in the final circle. Winning the match is an incredible feeling and a testament to perfecting your loadouts, rotations, and teamwork over numerous games. Whether I’m getting wins or just having fun playing with friends, Call of Duty: Warzone never fails to deliver thrilling combat in the battle royale genre.