Countdown

Countdown is a multiplayer map for Call of Duty 4. The design of the map features missile silos, small hangars (2 on each side of the map, rather close to each other), blast shields that offer some cover, and tank trucks to climb. Intense battles usually occur on this map. This is evident on gametypes such as Headquarters, Sabotage and Domination. Most effective classes are LMG, and assault classes. Digital camouflage is often preferred. In spite of this level's largely flat layout, the Goodbye challenge (killing yourself by falling 30 feet to your death) can be easily achieved by falling down into one of the uncovered missile silos that previously held an ICBM. Players that enjoy more closer, enclosed combat tend to dislike this map due to its large flat layout.

Sniping is a good strategy, but ensure not to camp. The battle frequently shifts from one side of the map to the other, and smoke makes it very easy for someone to sneak up on you. Find the fight, get one or two kills, and move on.

Stun and frag grenades are very useful on this map, as all 4 warehouses are favorite hiding places for campers, behind crates or missile racks, in most game modes. Throwing grenades before entering the warehouse will often result in easy kills. The map contains many sniper spots, but the most popular among novice snipers are the top of the missile silos and the top of the tank trucks. Scan those areas while moving. more experienced snipers will often move along the containers north of the downed helicopter or stay in between the warehouses.

Tactics

 * With both sides of the map, an opposing team member could easily flank you.


 * You can climb up on the open silo covers and get a good sniping spot.

Trivia

 * This map appears to be based off the ending of the mission All In.


 * One of the silo's has a missile in it that has yet to be launched. You can jump and stand on said missile.


 * If you target an airstrike in one of the empty missile silos, then the F-15s/Mig-29s will fly at ground level, and the airstrike will land at the base of the silo
 * Airstrikes will not detonate the missiles inside the silos.