Season 2 of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Zombies doesn’t just add content — it reshapes how Zombies is played. From surviving endless hordes on Mars, to enduring the punishing modifiers of Cursed Survival, and diving into the chaotic return of Dead Ops Arcade, this season is clearly built for dedicated undead slayers.
Whether you’re chasing high-round bragging rights, grinding Ultra GobbleGums, or hunting rare cosmetics before they vanish, this guide covers everything you need to know — strategies, rewards, and survival tips — all in one place.
What’s New in Zombies Season 2?
Season 2 introduces four major Zombies pillars, each aimed at a different type of player:
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๐ช New Survival Map: Mars – A compact, high-intensity arena with exclusive rewards
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☠️ Cursed Survival Mode – Hardcore survival with brutal relic modifiers
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๐ Starting Room Challenge – Pure skill-based survival with no map expansion
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๐น️ Dead Ops Arcade 4 (Limited-Time Event) – Arcade chaos with leaderboard rewards
If Season 1 was about onboarding, Season 2 is about mastery.
Mars Survival Map: Layout, Strategy & Rewards
The new Mars Survival map drops players into an ancient Martian temple buried beneath the Red Planet’s surface. Unlike traditional round-based Zombies maps, Survival maps are focused, relentless, and designed to test efficiency over exploration.
Key Map Features
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Compact multi-level arena built for constant pressure
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Pack-a-Punch, Der Wunderfizz, and Mystery Box available from early rounds
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New LGM-1 Wonder Weapon available via the box
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Special boss enemy: Uber Klaus, appearing in later rounds
This map rewards tight movement, disciplined training routes, and early optimization.
Mars Survival Milestone Rewards
Reaching high rounds isn’t just for bragging rights — Mars offers exclusive unlocks:
| Target Round | Reward | XP Bonus |
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| Round 10 | “Decaying Orbit” Animated Emblem | 1,000 XP |
| Round 25 | “Phase 5” Weapon Charm | 2,500 XP |
| Round 50 | “Gift Card” Ultra GobbleGum | 5,000 XP |
Why it matters: Ultra GobbleGums are rare, and Mars is one of the fastest ways to earn them consistently.
High-Round Strategy for Mars
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Prioritize the LGM-1 Wonder Weapon early
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Train zombies in the central courtyard to avoid corner traps
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Delay Pack-a-Punch until you can afford it permanently
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Save explosives for Uber Klaus encounters
Mars is ideal for solo grinding and leaderboard pushes.
Cursed Survival: The Ultimate Zombies Endgame
If Mars tests endurance, Cursed Survival tests discipline.
Available across all Survival maps — Vandorn Farm, Exit 115, Zarya Cosmodrome, and Mars — this mode strips Zombies back to its most punishing roots.
How Cursed Survival Works
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Start with only a Jรคger 45 pistol
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No minimap, no objective markers, no guidance
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Classic Black Ops III-style points system
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Increased Pack-a-Punch costs
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No loadout weapons
The real twist comes from Cursed Relics.
Cursed Relics Explained
Relics are optional modifiers that dramatically increase difficulty — but also unlock powerful benefits:
Examples of Relic Effects
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Ammo caches disabled
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Perks decay over time
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Faster zombie spawns
Relic Rewards
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Golden Armor
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Ultra weapon rarity
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Pack-a-Punch Level IV access
Choosing the right relics is the difference between a Round 40 wipe and a Round 100 clear.
Cursed Survival Round 100 Rewards
| Map | Tier I Relic | Tier II Relic | Tier III Relic |
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| Vandorn Farm | Hidden Power | Wonderbar! | Blood Vials Charm |
| Exit 115 | Reign Drops | Near Death Experience | Dragon Wings Charm |
| Zarya Cosmodrome | Time Out | Wonderbar! | Rocket Charm |
| Mars | Hidden Power | Reign Drops | Golden Spork Charm |
The Golden Spork Charm is currently one of the rarest Zombies cosmetics in the game.
Cursed Survival Strategy Breakdown
Early Game (Rounds 1–10)
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Farm points with pistol headshots
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Knife kills for maximum efficiency
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Buy a wall weapon — avoid the Mystery Box
Mid Game (Rounds 10–30)
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Juggernog first, Speed Cola second
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Train zombies in wide loops
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Pack-a-Punch only when you have surplus points
Late Game (Rounds 30+)
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Activate only relics you’ve practiced with
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One manageable relic > multiple risky ones
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Save Wonder Weapon ammo for panic situations
Starting Room Challenge: Pure Skill Survival
The Starting Room mode returns as a permanent challenge in Season 2.
Rules
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You are locked in the spawn room permanently
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No doors can be opened
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Ammo management and positioning are everything
Available Maps & Rewards
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Ashes of the Damned – Near Death Experience GobbleGum + Calling Cards
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Astra Malorum – Hidden Power GobbleGum + Calling Cards
Pro Tip: Grenades and melee kills are essential early — wasting ammo ends runs fast.
Dead Ops Arcade 4: Limited-Time Chaos
Arriving mid-season, Dead Ops Arcade 4 brings back the twin-stick arcade shooter experience — separate from traditional Zombies.
What to Expect
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80+ levels
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20 chaotic arenas
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Silverback clan boss encounters
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Solo and squad leaderboard competition
Dead Ops Arcade Rewards
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2 Universal Camos
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Exclusive Weapon Blueprint
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Leaderboard-based prestige rewards
Strategy Tip: Memorize enemy patterns and prioritize power-ups. Coordination matters more than firepower in late stages.
Your Season 2 Zombies Roadmap
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Casual players: Start with Mars Survival for fast rewards
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Hardcore players: Target Cursed Survival Round 100 clears
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Completionists: Chase Dead Ops Arcade cosmetics before they’re gone
Season 2 Zombies rewards preparation and consistency more than raw firepower.
Final Thoughts
Season 2 is one of the most content-dense Zombies updates Black Ops has seen in years. Mars delivers fast-paced survival, Cursed Survival pushes veteran skills to the limit, and Dead Ops Arcade adds chaotic variety with exclusive rewards.
Learn the layouts. Master the relics. Coordinate with your squad.
And when you finally hit that Round 100 clear — you’ll have earned it.
๐ Next recommended reads:
- Official Call of Duty Patch Notes – Full, technical breakdowns of all balance updates and hotfixes.
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