The intricate Easter Eggs hidden within Call of Duty Zombies maps are legendary, but let’s be honest, more people experience them on YouTube than in the game itself. The traditional Main Quest Easter Egg hunts are notoriously long, complex, and prone to failure, which is where Treyarch’s Black Ops 6 steps in. The developer is introducing a game-changing feature: Guided Zombies, also known as Directed Mode. But When Does The Guided Zombies Come Out? Let’s explore.
Release Timing of Guided Zombies in Black Ops 6
Black Ops 6 zombies, Liberty Falls, close-up of a zombie approaching, emphasizing the guided gameplay experience
While Treyarch hasn’t provided a specific release date, they’ve confirmed that Directed Mode will arrive “in-season after each map’s launch to protect the sanctity of the traditional “Easter Egg hunt.” This information was revealed in a Call of Duty Zombies blog.
Based on this, it’s reasonable to assume that Guided Zombies will be available for Liberty Falls and Terminus with the arrival of Season One.
What Exactly is Guided Zombies?
Guided Zombies is an assisted version of the classic Zombies mode, designed to be more accessible and “welcome more players into the world of Zombies.” It addresses a common pain point: the often obscure and challenging nature of Main Quest objectives.
This new Directed Mode aims to provide focused guidance through the Main Quest, capping rounds to specific stages of quest progression. To maintain narrative focus, all Side Quests and other Easter Eggs will be disabled. It’s essentially an accessibility feature, offering assistance without completely removing the core survival challenge. Players still need to eliminate zombies and stay alive! Powerful tools like Wonder Weapons and Ray Guns won’t save you from fatal mistakes.
The Impact of Guided Zombies
Guided Zombies aims to broaden the Zombies player base by offering a less intimidating entry point. By providing clear direction and limiting distractions, it allows players to experience the narrative and core gameplay loop without being overwhelmed by complex Easter Egg steps. This accessibility could lead to a more inclusive community and encourage more players to engage with the deeper aspects of the Zombies experience in the long run. The introduction of “Guided Zombies” is strategically timed to occur post-launch, ensuring that dedicated players have sufficient opportunity to tackle the intricacies of Easter Eggs before the introduction of more streamlined “Guided Zombies” mode. This approach effectively protects the sanctity of Easter Egg hunts while catering for a broader audience seeking a more accessible entry point into the world of Zombies.
Stay Updated
Keep an eye out for official announcements from Treyarch and Call of Duty for the exact release date of Guided Zombies. Season One is the most likely timeframe, so prepare to dive into a more guided Zombies experience soon. To stay in the loop with all things gaming, subscribe to gaming newsletters. For more Black Ops 6 content, learn more about the next Double XP Weekends, and how to check your stats.
