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Treyarch’s Zombies mode has long been a fan favoritein theCall of Dutyseries, andBlack Ops 6continues that tradition, offering an elaborate narrative as well as gameplay filled with diverse features—most notably, the iconic Wonder Weapons.
This powerful form of weaponry has been a key element since the mode’s introduction back inCall of Duty: World at War, and the latest title features the return of some classic options. These arethe current Wonder Weapons available inBlack Ops 6.
Updated on June 04, 2025, by Max Candelarezi:Black Ops 6 offers players three different Wonder Weapons to unlock by completing specific in-game steps. These powerful weapons function similarly to previous Call of Duty titles, playing crucial roles in both survival and completing Easter Eggs on the game’s two available maps, Terminus and Liberty Falls. This guide has been updated to detail how to obtain each Wonder Weapon on both maps, in addition to explaining how they work, while also removing the Wunderwaffe D2, which, despite its appearance in the Zombies' story cinematics, is not available as an in-game weapon.
How to Get Wonder Weapons in Black Ops 6 Zombies
Black Ops 6featuresthree Wonder Weapons that players can getin Zombies through different methods, including theRay Gun,DRI-11Beamsmasher, andThrustodyne Aeronautics Model 23(Jet Gun). While some are unique to a specific map, they will all be excellent tools for surviving, allowing you to eliminate the constant hordes of zombies easily.
How to Get the Ray Gun in Black Ops 6 Zombies
To get the Ray Gun inBlack Ops 6Zombies, players can eitheruse the Mystery Box or Loot Keys. The Mystery Box optionrequires spending 950 Essence, but getting the Ray Gun depends on luck, as the box randomly provides a weapon from its selection. Alternatively, players candefeat Elite enemiesto collect Loot Keys, which can beused at the Armory(Terminus) or theVault(Liberty Falls) toopen Safety Deposit Boxes. Since the loot is also randomized, this method is similarly based on chance.
Ray Gun Wonder Weapon Explained
The iconic Ray Gun is back inBO6, and it features updated animations, too. This pistol-like weapon remains a powerhouse, allowing players to exterminate zombies with its plasma rays.
Originally introduced as the first Wonder Weapon inWorld at War’s Zombies, the Ray Gun has become the defining symbol of the category and remains a fan favorite.
How to Get the DRI-11 Beamsmasher in Black Ops 6 Zombies
To get the DRI-11 Beamsmasher inBO6Zombies, players can eitheruse the Mystery Box– available in both Liberty Falls and Terminus – orcraft the Wonder Weapon by completing various steps in-game. The latter is exclusive to the Terminus map. For those looking for the complete rundown, check our full breakdown guide onhow to craft the DRI-11 Beamsmasher.
DRI-11 Beamsmasher Wonder Weapon Explained
Debuting inBlack Ops 6, the Beamsmasher is a powerful Wonder Weapon that fires an Aetheric beam capable of taking down zombies. It comes with two firing modes: The first emits a solid energy beam that causes zombies to explode in a cloud of vaporized dust. In contrast, the second uses soundwaves to target and incapacitate multiple enemies simultaneously.
The Beamsmasher can be upgraded up to three times via Pack-a-Punch, making it even more formidable.
How to Get the Thrustodyne Aeronautics Model 23 in Black Ops 6 Zombies
To get the Thrustodyne Aeronautics Model 23 inBlack Ops 6Zombies, players canuse the Mystery Boxorcraft the Jet Gunby completing various steps in-game. Here’s a link to our full breakdown guide onhow to craft the Thrustodyne Aeronautics Model 23.
Jet Gun Wonder Weapon Explained
Originally introduced inBlack Ops 2’s TranZit map, the Thrustodyne Aeronautics Model 23, commonly known as the Jet Gun, is a devastating Wonder Weapon equipped with deadly rotors that allow players to suck in zombies and shred them through the back of the weapon.
It features two firing modes: The primary mode instantly draws in any nearby zombies, pulling them into the rotor blades for immediate destruction. The secondary mode unleashes a powerful back blast with a massive area-of-effect, obliterating zombies near the user when the weapon overheats.
