Black Ops 6 (BO6) Zombies brings some crazy challenges for dedicated players willing to grind. One of the best rewards in the game, the Nebula Camo, is the top weapon skin and shows off the hard work of players who spend a lot of time grinding.
This complete guide will give you step-by-step plans to make the Nebula Camo grind as quick as possible, covering the best setups, attachments, perks, important Easter eggs, training spots, and how to handle the different challenges.
If you’re ready to be the best in BO6 Zombies but aren’t afraid to grind, follow this ultimate guide to success.
Understanding the Nebula Camo Grind
The Nebula Camo requires players to finish a careful series of challenges for all 33 weapons in the game. To get there, you’ll need to do the following for each weapon:
- Unlock Gold Camo for all weapons in a category.
- Progress to Opal Camo by completing specific special kills.
- Achieve Afterlife Camo by finishing flawless kill challenges.
- Finally, grind Elite Kills for each weapon to unlock Nebula.
This process is long and detailed, but with the right preparation, you can make the grind faster. Let’s break it all down further.
The Best Weapon Setup for Grinding Camos
Augments: The Must-Have Perks
Your augments will be the base of your survival and speed. Here are the ones you should focus on:
- Deadshot Augments:
- Dead First: Doubles your damage for the first headshot on a zombie.
- Dead Break: Ensures Elemental Pop doesn’t interfere with your headshots.
- Jugger-Nog Augments:
- Reactive Armor: Keeps you alive against overwhelming odds.
- Hardened Plates: Toughens your defenses.
- Stamina-Up Augments:
- Stalker: Improves your movement speed.
- Hard Target: Boosts your survivability.
- PhD Slider Augments:
- PhD Slider: Essential for avoiding splash damage.
- Turbo: Adds mobility while sliding.
Recommended Attachments:
While upgrading weapons, your options may be limited. Focus on these:
- Optics: Use whichever sight feels most comfortable.
- Barrel: Choose one that provides extra headshot damage multipliers (e.g., CHF Barrel).
- Magazine: Use the largest capacity option available.
- Suppressor: Helpful for earning extra Salvage.
Ammo Mods and Tools for Success
- Primary Ammo Mod: Napalm BurstNapalm Burst is great for dealing with Manglers, which are common Special Zombies in higher rounds. Use Big Game and Extension Augments for extra damage and duration.
- Field Upgrade: Frenzied GuardUse Frenzied Guard with Frenzy Fire and Extension Augments. This helps you focus on headshots without needing to reload often, giving you the most power during intense moments.
The Liberty Falls Plan: Getting the Most Kills Fast
Liberty Falls is one of the best maps for earning camo fast. It has open areas, secrets, and ways to get the most headshots. Here’s how to do it:
Early Rounds (1-6): Turn on Rampage Inducer
- Start by turning on the Rampage Inducer to make more zombies show up. This works best for SMGs and ARs, letting you get early kills fast.
- If using weaker guns like sniper rifles, launchers, or melee, don’t use the Rampage Inducer. You’ll want slower spawns to deal with these gun limits.
Deadshot Daiquiri Secret (You Must Do This)
- On Liberty Falls, you can get Deadshot Daiquiri early by doing a small secret. After getting a sniper rifle, go to the graveyard and shoot down some cans across from the armor station.
- Doing this promises Deadshot by Round 11-13, saving you time and making sure you do more headshot damage.
Optimize Early Progressions (Rounds 6–20):
- Once you have Deadshot, open the map and turn on Pack-a-Punch before saving Salvage.
- Earn points to buy Jugger-Nog, Speed Cola, and better armor. Get perks you need to stay alive.
- At Round 10, do the “Raining Zombies” secret to get blue tools for making your gun even better.
Using Trial Machines for Bonus Spawns:
- Trial Machines can be turned on for more zombie spawns, even during special rounds.
- Start the trial, but you don’t need to finish the goal. Instead, kill the extra zombies for headshots during the time limit.
Training vs. Camping: Best Spots for Grinding Camos
Training Spots
- Bowling Alley Interior:
- The flat ground lets you train smoothly, keeping all zombie heads at the same height. Walk backward as you aim for headshots in a row.
- Bowling Alley Exterior (Post-Round 30):
- Stay away from the messy spawn area and instead circle the bus. This layout makes it easy to keep control of big groups. Plus, it’s close to an ammo box for restocking.
Camping Spots
- PhD Balcony (Door Closed):
- Zombies come toward you from certain paths, making it easy to get fast kills. Jump over the ledge if things get too crazy.
- Jugger-Nog Safe Spot:
- Right before the stairs, this small camping spot lets you spray at zombies coming in until later-round Special ones overpower you.
Breaking Down the Nebula Grind by Stages
Step 1: Unlock Gold Camos
For Gold, your goal is:
- 2,000 Headshots: Use Deadshot and training strategies. On Liberty Falls, aim for 35 rounds to complete all critical kills for one weapon.
- Special Camo Objectives:
- Challenges like “300 Napalm kills” or “30 Vermin kills” often accompany Gold progression. For example, parasites exclusive to Terminus Island require a dedicated grind.
Step 2: Go for Opal Camos
- 30 Special Kills: For ARs, SMGs, and others, you’ll need to kill Manglers. Manglers spawn heavily after Round 30, so focus on these rounds.
Pro Tip: Save and quit at the end of a round to restart it, doubling Mangler spawns per round and cutting grind time significantly.
Step 3: Earn Afterlife Camos
- Get 10 Jackrabbit Medals (No-Damage Kills):
- On lower rounds, this is simply a matter of crowd control. Build hordes and eliminate them efficiently, avoiding damage.
- Use insta-kill power-ups or Gobblegums (e.g., “Free Fire”).
Step 4: Unlock Nebula Camos
- 10 Elite Kills Per Weapon:
- Grind Elite Zombies such as Abominations (Liberty Falls) or Amalgams (Terminus Island). These spawn from Round 16 onward.
- Use the Save-and-Quit method to spawn additional Elites on repeat rounds.
Final Thoughts: Efficiency is Key
The Nebula Camo grind in BO6 Zombies is tough, but with the plans and tips in this guide, you can greatly cut down on the time and frustration it takes to finish. Here’s a short checklist to follow:
- Efficient weapon setup (Attachments, Augments, Ammo Mods).
- Master Deadshot Daiquiri for nearly all zombie kills.
- Prioritize kills over excessive map exploration.
- Use trial machines and Easter eggs to accelerate spawns.
- Save-and-Quit frequently to maximize Special and Elite kills.
By following this guide, you’ll be well on your way to adding the Nebula Camo to your collection and proving you’re a BO6 Zombies legend.
