Conquering the Harbinger of Doom Dark Ops Challenge in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

Call of Duty's rewarding killstreak system takes center stage in Black Ops 6 Zombies, where they become potent Support items for decimating hordes. The "Harbinger of Doom" Dark Ops Challenge directly tests this capability, requiring players to eliminate 100 zombies with a single killstreak. This guide outlines the optimal strategies for success.

Optimal Maps and Modes

Black Ops 6 Zombies offers Standard, Directed, and Jingle Hells modes. While Directed is popular for camo challenges, its smaller hordes make it unsuitable for "Harbinger of Doom." Standard mode is the recommended choice.

Map selection is crucial. Open areas are key for maximizing killstreak effectiveness. The Shipwreck on Terminus and the Liberty Falls spawn area near Pump & Pay provide ideal wide-open spaces.

Top Killstreaks

For this challenge, the Chopper Gunner and Mutant Injection stand out. The Chopper Gunner unleashes a devastating minigun barrage from above, while the Mutant Injection transforms the player into a powerful Mangler. Both grant temporary invulnerability and inflict substantial damage.

High-ranking players can craft these at a workbench for 2,500 Salvage. Alternatively, they can be obtained through chance encounters: defeating special or elite enemies, completing S.A.M. Trials, or using Loot Keys on Terminus and Liberty Falls. However, crafting beforehand is recommended for reliability.

Strategic Approaches

Aim for rounds 31-40 to maximize zombie density. Activating the Rampage Inducer further boosts zombie spawns and speed.

Mutant Injection Strategy: Train a large horde in a confined area with multiple spawn points (e.g., Terminus' Rec Yard, Liberty Falls' Backlot Parking, or Citadelle des Morts' Oubliette). Activate the injection, utilize melee attacks aggressively, and eliminate as many zombies as possible.

Chopper Gunner Strategy: Gather a large horde in an open area (e.g., Terminus' Shipwreck, Liberty Falls' Backlot Parking, or Citadelle des Morts' Town Square). Deploy the Chopper Gunner and unleash aerial firepower.

By following these steps, you'll be well-equipped to overcome the "Harbinger of Doom" challenge and add another achievement to your Black Ops 6 Zombies record.