Cowabunga Cranked is a new mode introduced in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Zombies, featuring a unique blend of high-paced action and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) elements. This mode is playable across four maps: Terminus, Liberty Falls, Citadelle des Morts, and The Tomb.
In Cowabunga Cranked, players must continuously eliminate zombies to keep a Cranked timer running. The mechanics are as follows:
Starting the Timer: Players initiate the Cranked timer by killing their first zombie.
Timer Countdown: The timer counts down, and if it reaches zero without another zombie being killed, the player explodes, resulting in defeat.
Decreasing Timer: As rounds progress, the time allowed between kills decreases, increasing the urgency for players to eliminate zombies quickly134.
To assist players in this frantic environment, Cowabunga Cranked introduces several pizza-themed power-ups:
Turtle Power: Provides a temporary health boost and equips players with Pack-A-Punch Tier 3 Legendary Melee Weapons.
Pizza Box: Fully refills the Cranked timer.
Additionally, all players receive Donny’s Time Stopper Field Upgrade, which allows them to pause the Cranked timer for one full minute. This feature offers a tactical advantage, enabling players to regroup or complete objectives without the pressure of the countdown235.
Players using TMNT operator skins gain unique advantages:
Operators gain 50% reduced damage from behind, taking advantage of their turtle shells.
The Splinter operator has an increased chance of obtaining a Slice-O-Pie power-up from defeated zombies134.
Cowabunga Cranked is designed for high replayability due to its availability on multiple maps and the absence of round limits or forced exfiltration. Players can engage in main quest Easter eggs while managing their kills and timers, adding depth to the gameplay experience245.
Overall, Cowabunga Cranked combines frantic zombie-slaying action with TMNT-themed elements, creating a unique and engaging mode for players looking for both challenge and nostalgia.