To complete all Easter eggs in Call of Duty BO7, you need a coordinated team, deep knowledge of each map’s intricate steps, and precise execution. These are not simple hidden collectibles; they are multi-stage quests that culminate in major boss fights and significant story revelations for the Aether and Chaos storylines. Success requires mastering Wonder Weapons, managing complex buildables, and understanding cryptic in-game cues. Let’s break down the requirements for every main quest.
Essential Preparations for Easter Egg Success
Before you even attempt a specific map’s quest, your overall strategy and loadout need to be optimized. Rushing in unprepared is the fastest way to fail. First, GobbleGums are non-negotiable for high-round attempts and complex Easter eggs. While some can be done without them, they drastically reduce the difficulty. Perkaholic or its cheaper alternatives are essential for getting all perks quickly. Near Death Experience is a safety net in co-op, as it revives you indefinitely during the boss fight if you have Quick Revive. Shopping Free or Power Vacuum can help you set up your strategy much faster in the early rounds.
Second, communication is everything, especially in co-op. Many steps require simultaneous actions in different parts of the map. Designate roles beforehand—who will handle the Wonder Weapon, who is best at training zombies, who will manage special equipment. Third, know the map’s core mechanics inside and out. This includes shield parts, specialist weapon quests, and power locations. Practice efficient training strategies in the main areas where boss fights occur, like the Biodome on Der Eisendrache or the Grand Staircase on Shadows of Evil.
| Essential GobbleGum | Primary Function | Ideal Map Usage |
|---|---|---|
| Perkaholic / Soda Fountain | Grants all Perks | All maps, especially Gorod Krovi |
| Near Death Experience | Infinite revives during boss fight (co-op) | All difficult boss fights (Revelations, Gorod Krovi) |
| Shopping Free | Opens all doors for free | Complex maps like Zetsubou No Shima |
| Killing Time | Freezes all enemies | Boss fight DPS phases (Der Eisendrache) |
Shadows of Evil: The Ritual Begins
This map sets the stage for the Black Ops 3 Zombies experience and its Easter egg is famously designed for four players. The quest begins after power is on and the Pack-a-Punch is unlocked. The first major step involves capturing the four shadowmen located around the map using the Apothicon Servant Wonder Weapon. Each player must take one to the ritual altars in the Junction. After this, you’ll need to defend the flag step in each district. This is a major hurdle; use the Civil Protector and upgraded swords to make it manageable.
The boss fight against the giant Apothicon, the Shadowman, takes place in the rift. The key here is constant movement and focusing fire on the Shadowman when he appears. The upgraded Apothicon Servant is invaluable for crowd control. Completing this egg is crucial as it’s the prerequisite for the Revelations super Easter egg.
Der Eisendrache: A Test of Patience and Power
Widely considered one of the best Easter eggs, this quest revolves around the four elemental bows. The first step is to upgrade at least one bow, though having all four makes the later steps easier. The critical path involves feeding the three dragon heads around the castle to unlock the pyramid step. You’ll then need to input specific symbols in the pyramid room under the map. This requires careful note-taking or a good memory.
The boss fight against the Keeper boss, the Keeper Protector, is a DPS race. You must use the upgraded bows to shoot his chest when it glows. The Ragnarok DG-4 is essential for creating platforms to avoid his attacks and for stunning him. A well-upgraded lightning or wolf bow, combined with a packed Haymaker or Brecci for the Panzers, is the ideal loadout. The margin for error is small, so perfecting the bow upgrade process is key.
Zetsubou No Shima: Complex Botany and Cloning
This map’s Easter egg is a marathon of setup and precise item management. The early game is critical: you must grow the Masamune parts from the plants and complete the challenges for the Skull of Nan Sapwe. A major step involves using the elevator to reach the secret laboratory and cloning yourself. This requires coordinating with teammates to press buttons simultaneously.
The boss fight against the giant spider, Thrasher, and the final challenge against the giant spider, Takeo Masaki, is less about raw damage and more about mechanics. You’ll need to use the Masamune to water specific plants to stun the boss and create safe zones. The Skull of Nan Sapwe’s special ability is your best friend for clearing zombies during the more chaotic phases. This egg is punishing if you fall behind on setup, so efficiency in the first 15 rounds is paramount.
Gorod Krovi: Urban Warfare Against a Dragon
This is arguably the most difficult main quest in Black Ops 3. The map is relentless, and the steps are unforgiving. You’ll need to complete six trials for the dragon egg, which include escorting a Valkyrie drone and surviving a lockdown. One of the most infamous steps is the Mangler helmet step, where you must shoot off its arm without killing it and lead it to a specific spot. This requires precise weapon control, often using a weak pistol.
The boss fight against Nikolai 1.0 in his giant mech suit is a brutal test of skill. You must avoid his flamethrower, missile barrages, and zombie hordes while destroying the three power cores on his back. The Mark 3 Ray Gun is excellent for this, and the Gauntlet of Siegfried specialist weapon provides a crucial “oh shit” button. Having a player with Near Death Experience is almost mandatory for a smooth co-op completion.
Revelations: The Grand Finale
This map is a culmination of the entire Aether story, and its Easter egg reflects that. The steps are a mix of recycled mechanics from previous maps, like shooting the glowing orbs from Der Eisendrache and the jump-pad egg from Origins. The main challenge is the sheer scale and knowing where to look. A key step involves protecting the Keeper from shadowmen across different realms using the Apothicon Servant and the Thundergun.
The final boss fight against the Shadowman and the giant Apothicon, the Shadowman, is a spectacle. You’ll need to use the elemental attacks from the elemental shards to damage the boss while fending off hordes of zombies and Keepers. The fight has multiple phases, culminating in a “death beam” sequence where you must align the symbols correctly. Completing this egg, along with Shadows of Evil, unlocks the true ending and the RK5 starting pistol reward.
The Giant: A Simple but Classic Quest
While not as complex as the other maps, The Giant has a short, flytrap-based Easter egg. After activating the three teleporters, you must shoot the three glowing flies found around the map. The first is near the furnace, the second is above the pillar by the animal heads, and the third is on the catwalk above the power switch. Shooting them in the correct order while the announcer speaks unlocks the mainframe power, and interacting with it in a specific sequence plays a unique song and grants a bonus. It’s a great introduction to the concept of hidden quests.