The Zombie Snacks limited-time event in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 introduces a fun new element in Zombies. Unlike the normal auto-regeneration system, this game provides players with a manual energy system requiring players to keep an eye on their stamina, requiring you to collect items and move around in the environment to recharge it. The result is speedier gameplay that involves fast decisions and a more strategic game plan
How The New Energy Mechanic Functions
In this Zombies event, the normal health bar is changed to an energy meter. The meter can be emptied two ways, one by taking damage and two by continuously moving while the cause varies across gameplay. Players must consume items found on the map to replenish their energy unlike auto regen.
The following actions restore energy:
- Snacks: Refill 50 energy.
- Perk Drinks: Refill 150 energy.
- GobbleGum: Refill 50 energy.
- Stimshots: Refill 50 energy.
- With the Extra Strength Augment, you now gain 5 energy per glyph from Light Mend Ammo Mod or doubled to 10.
- Jugger-Nog Perk: Raises max health limit.
This setup makes it easier to move around in aggressive play. Players are challenged to constantly move, balance recovery, and stay on top of their offensive game while under pressure.
Buffs And Power-Ups That Impact Gameplay
The Zombie Snacks mode provides several power-ups that temporarily influence the speed and style of each game – not just energy refills!
Refrigerator Power-Up
This power-up activates for a limited time and causes all defeated zombies to drop consumables like food. These items are important for maintaining energy and staying on top during heated matches.
Flow Mode
When you can eliminate 10 zombies in a row without taking damage, Flow Mode gets activated. Flow Mode gives you several boosts.
- Increased weapon damage.
- Better weapon control.
- Enhanced movement speed.
Nevertheless, any damage clears the effect. Thus, the user must be careful and strike only when it is the right time.
Two Gameplay Modes With Unique Energy Systems
The Zombie Snacks mode has two different versions based on player preferences.
Standard Mode
- Energy depletes both from taking hits and from moving.
- Requires constant attention to stamina and positioning.
Directed Mode
- Energy drains only when damage is received.
- Favors calculated tactics and precise movement over speed.
- Each mode has its own completely different experience: high-intensity or tactical choices.
How To Unlock All Event Rewards
You’ll earn rewards when you finish the Main Quest in version in either Zombie Snacks mode. These can be claimed across any of the five event maps.
- Liberty Falls.
- Terminus.
- Citadelle des Morts.
- The Tomb.
- Shattered Veil.
Rewards differ based on the mode selected.
Directed Mode Rewards
- A unique loadout of 4 GobbleGums per map.
- Includes 1 high-rarity and 3 lower-rarity GobbleGums.
- Earns 15,000 XP per map.
- Total of 75,000 XP across all maps.
Standard Mode Rewards
- A unique loadout of 6 GobbleGums per map.
- Includes 1 high-rarity and 5 lower-rarity GobbleGums.
- Earns 15,000 XP per map.
- Total of 75,000 XP across all maps.
Summary
Zombie Snacks mode is the main mode that will reshape survival in Black Ops 6 Zombies. It introduces energy management and aggressive momentum-based gameplay. Gamemode rewards players who can get used to new gameplay mechanics in a short time while controlling speed and stamina. The new limited-time event offers a unique challenge for players to face off against zombies again, with exclusive rewards in Both Standard and Directed formats.