Chateau

Master the Chateau map in Call of Duty! Learn the best strategies, weapon counters, and how to approach this detailed, yet deceptively simple, German-themed level.

Alright, let's talk about the Chateau map in Call of Duty. It's got some really cool details, especially inside the chateau itself. You'll find a bedroom with this massive Nazi bedsheet – kinda neat, even if the whole Nazi thing is obviously pretty grim. Honestly, when you first load in, you might expect something like a spooky, Return to Castle Wolfenstein-style haunted mansion. But nope, it's not quite like that.

When you're playing as the British, sometimes the best way in is straight through the front door, especially against experienced players. Why? Because they just won't expect you to be that bold! It's a great way to catch them off guard. I've actually gotten my highest kill count on this map – 97 kills with only 13 deaths in about 35 minutes. This map really shines in Deathmatch (DM), Team Deathmatch (TDM), or Retrieval (RE). Trying to play it on other modes just doesn't feel as good because there aren't a lot of opportunities for flanking. Your best bet is to move slowly and deliberately inside the chateau, always anticipating enemies around every corner and behind every door.

Map Overview & Russian Maps Context:

This section briefly touches on the balance of the Russian maps, noting they're generally well-balanced. It mentions that Russian and German weaponry are pretty comparable, with the Germans having the MP44 and the Russians getting the PPSH. The writer prefers using rifles on these maps to pick off PPSH users from a distance and then snagging their weapon. The MP40 is highlighted as a good counter to the PPSH, even though it only has 32 bullets per clip compared to the PPSH's 71, because it allows for quicker movement and is a bit more powerful.