Verdansk makes its anticipated return, much to the excitement of Call of Duty: Warzone enthusiasts.
The beloved battle royale map, celebrated as a top choice in CoD history, reemerges as part of season three in Black Ops 6. Fans of the original map, as well as newcomers who might have missed out, have plenty to look forward to.
With the comeback of Verdansk, Warzone undergoes significant enhancements, bringing fresh rewards through the Return to Verdansk event. Players can earn unique items just by immersing themselves in the map.
Here’s everything you need to know about the rewards available during Warzone’s Return to Verdansk event and how to obtain them.
Unlocking Event Challenges
The event encourages players to explore Verdansk, which is divided into 12 distinct Points of Interest (POI): Dam, Military Base, Quarry, Storage Town, Superstore, Stadium, Train Station, Hospital, Downtown, Hills, Port, and Prison.
To unlock additional rewards, explore each POI and look for hidden safes. Opening these safes provides supply loot, specific zone rewards, or a classified “special reward.”
Verdansk safes are strategically placed throughout buildings in each POI zone. The contents of each safe are random, so searching may take time, but perseverance could lead to valuable rewards.
Below is a comprehensive list of rewards available by exploring each POI:
- Loading Screen: “Let’s Plan Something!”
- Emblem: “Jarvdinsk Spomenik”
- Calling Card: “Lumberjack Legends”
- Weapon Decal: “Deathly Chill Return”
- Weapon Charm: “With Fries, Please”
- Calling Card: “Breaking News”
- Finishing Move: “The Back Adjustment”
- Spray: “Love 4 Tha Game”
- Emote: “Cheering the Squad”
- Token: Double XP Token (45 minutes)
- Sticker: “Shipping to Verdansk”
- Calling Card: “Wheel of Glory”
Safe Locations in Verdansk
The map above highlights some safe locations in Verdansk. Each yellow dot indicates an area where a safe has been discovered, so stay vigilant and explore thoroughly.
The most straightforward way to locate these safes is by playing Battle Royale Casual, which features over 100 bots and a maximum of 27 human players. Bots are easier opponents, making the search less challenging.
Additionally, if a teammate discovers a safe, you will get credit for that POI if you haven’t unlocked it yet, benefiting the entire team. Deploy with friends (or solo) and spread out to identify as many safes as possible, with everyone receiving credit for any discovered.
Verdansk safes are blue, highlighted, and emit a buzzing noise as you approach them.
Safe Locations at the Prison POI in Verdansk
The Prison is situated in the southeast corner of Verdansk and remains a popular drop zone in Season 3. There are multiple locations here to discover and open a Safe for the Trail Blazer skin progression.
During Warzone Season 3, there are nine Safe locations within the Prison POI:
- Near the Helipad
- Near the Prison entrance
- On the roof between the four pillar-like towers
- 4x on rooftops
- 2x near the tent
Complete Challenges and Rewards for Return to Verdansk
Welcome back, operator! Verdansk has returned, bringing back key elements that made the original battle royale experience enjoyable. To celebrate, players can unlock free rewards by playing the game, as well as earn instant rewards for long-time fans.
Instant Unlockable Rewards
Available for all players:
- Primary Weapon (Assault Rifle): Kilo 141
- Operator: Domino (Warzone only)
- Operator: Mil-Sim USEF (Warzone only)
Exclusive to seasoned Warzone players:
- Contrail: “Blue Legacy”
- Parachute: “Coming Home”
- Gunscreen: “Like We Never Left”
Mastery Rewards Await
After discovering all 12 unique rewards, you will unlock the Mastery Reward: the Kali Sticks melee weapon. Originally creating chaos during season four of CoD: Modern Warfare in 2020, they make a dazzling return.
Additionally, there’s an elusive operator skin to unlock, currently under wraps. “Stay alert, as opening [REDACTED] Hidden Safes may yield the coveted ‘Trail Blazer’ Operator Skin for Caine (as shown above),” Activision revealed.
AFTER 20+ HOURS OF OPENING SAFES I FINALLY GOT THE SKIN pic.twitter.com/pmfDb8AXUZ
— Kiyy (@KiyyDumb) April 6, 2025
Each safe opened comes with an extremely low chance of granting the reactive Trail Blazer skin, as reflected by players’ experiences shared on social media.
Been grinding for the last 14 hours straight while opening 40+ safes a game and still no luck. This thing is rare af pic.twitter.com/SjjY3QXL8O
— LegoUnlocked (@LegoUnlocked) April 7, 2025
Tweeting about 1600 Safe openings to find out there are people with 3500 & 5000 WTF! pic.twitter.com/mLaKsmHUdO
— James – JGOD (@JGODYT) April 7, 2025
The Return to Verdansk event runs in Warzone from April 3 to 15, featuring a total of 20 unlockable rewards.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Return to Verdansk event in Warzone?
The Return to Verdansk event is a limited-time event where players can explore the classic Verdansk map, uncover hidden safes, and earn various rewards such as weapon decals, emblems, and exclusive skins.
How long does the Return to Verdansk event last?
The event will be available from April 3 to April 15, providing players with two weeks to earn unique rewards.
What rewards can players unlock during the event?
Players can unlock a variety of rewards, including loading screens, calling cards, weapon charms, and XP tokens by completing challenges and discovering safes scattered throughout the map.
Where can I find safes in Verdansk?
Safes are located across 12 POIs within Verdansk, including popular spots like the Military Base and Storage Town. Each safe has a unique random reward when opened.
What’s the best strategy for finding safes?
The best approach is to play in Battle Royale Casual mode, where you can find a mix of bots and human players, making it easier to explore and locate safes without intense competition.