Showdown (map)

Showdown is a small multiplayer map featured in Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare.

Overview
Showdown is set in the desert, centered around a courtyard surrounded by a two-level structure. There are four entrances from the courtyard to its outer ring, which is divided by large gates.

Similarly to other small maps, matches in Showdown end fairly quickly compared to matches in other larger maps. Grenades are often thrown in all directions as there is a good chance enemies will be caught in the blasts.

Despite its size, Airstrikes and Helicopters aren't as effective as on other maps, since a large portion of Showdown is indoors and behind thick cover.

The map quite closely resembles the courtyard where President Al-Fulani was executed by Al-Asad in campaign, except for the statue and a few other changes.

SMGs are popular on Showdown, but several long sightlines favor the usage of Assault Rifles. Despite the map being small, Shotguns generally are unused, as with most maps on Call of Duty 4 besides Shipment.

The courtyard in this map is exposed to enemies from almost all directions. As a result, this area is generally avoided by players.

Tactics

 * Grenade mortaring works well here, due to the small map size.
 * The center courtyard is very dangerous to enter, because of the risk of being gunned down by the enemies on the balconies making a run across the courtyard suicide.
 * The walkway that overlooks the courtyard and some outer areas is often the site of firefights
 * Getting multiple airstrike or chopper kills is difficult here, as the map is small and many players use the catwalks. However, calling an airstrike at center of courtyard can occasionally be beneficial.
 * Using a smoke grenade in the center can be useful, especially on Sabotage or Search and Destroy. By using this tactic, the player can easily get to his enemy's target. However, there is risk of getting killed by enemies at the end of the hallway.