Fireteam Modes Guide

Fireteam modes in Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War offer large-scale, objective-based combat experiences for up to 40 players. These modes emphasize teamwork, strategic positioning, and coordinated assaults on expansive maps. Mastering these modes requires adapting to a more chaotic battlefield and understanding the nuances of each objective.

Fireteam: Dirty Bomb: This is the flagship Fireteam mode. The primary objective is to locate and detonate dirty bombs at desated sites across the map. Teams must first acquire uranium by capturing and holding specific zones. Once uranium is secured, players must transport it to a bomb site and initiate detonation. The opposing team will attempt to stop the detonation or detonate their own dirty bomb. Success hinges on controlling key areas, effective communication, and rapid response to enemy movements. Expect intense firefights around uranium collection points and bomb sites.

Fireteam: Hardpoint: A larger-scale version of the classic Hardpoint mode. Teams fight to control a series of rotating hardpoints on the map. The longer your team holds a hardpoint, the more points you accumulate. This mode demands constant movement and adaptation as the objective shifts. Securing a hardpoint often involves clearing out entrenched enemies and defending against counter-attacks. Utilizing vehicles and coordinating pushes with your squad are vital for success.

Fireteam: Control: In this mode, two teams battle to capture and hold a limited number of control points. Each team has a set number of lives. Capturing and defending these points is crucial for depleting the enemy's lives. Control encourages aggressive pushes and strategic defense. Teams must decide whether to spread out and capture multiple points or focus their efforts on overwhelming a single objective. Effective use of cover and flanking maneuvers are key to outmaneuvering the opposition.

General Fireteam Tips:

Utilize Vehicles: Tanks, snowmobiles, and other vehicles can provide sificant advantages in traversing the large maps and engaging enemies.
Squad Up: Playing with a pre-made squad and communicating effectively will greatly improve your team's coordination and chances of success.
Objective Focus: While eliminating enemies is important, always prioritize completing the mode's objectives.
Map Awareness: Learn the map layouts, common engagement areas, and flanking routes to gain a tactical advantage.
Loadout Customization: Tailor your loadouts to the specific mode and map. Consider weapons with good range for open areas and close-quarters options for intense objective fights.