All New Black Ops 6 Zombies Perks, Mods, & Field Upgrades Explained

Author : Christopher Mar 19,2025

The Season 01 Reloaded update for Black Ops 6 is a major boon for Call of Duty Zombies fans. While the new map, Citadelle des Morts, steals the spotlight, several exciting additions bolster the gameplay. Let's dive into the new Perk, Ammo Mod, and Field Upgrade arriving in Black Ops 6 Zombies.

Vulture Aid Perk & Augments Explained

First Person View of the Vulture Aid Perk Can in Black Ops 6 Zombies

Making a comeback from Black Ops 2 Zombies' Buried map, Vulture Aid is a utility perk designed to enhance scavenging. Found in Citadelle des Morts's new Perk Machine, and also available in the Der Wunderfizz Machine on Terminus and Liberty Falls, this perk increases the loot dropped by slain zombies beyond the usual fare. Expect extra ammo and essence. Upgrade it further with Augments!

Vulture Aid Major Augments in Black Ops 6 Zombies

  • Fetid Upgr-aid: Fallen zombies have a chance to drop a gas cloud that charges your Field Upgrades.
  • Smell of Death: Fallen zombies may drop a concealing gas cloud.
  • Parting Gift: Vulture Aid ammo drops provide more ammo for Wonder Weapons.

Vulture Aid Minor Augments in Black Ops 6 Zombies

  • Condor’s Reach: Automatically pick up loot from a greater distance.
  • Carrion Luggage: Critical kills yield extra Salvage.
  • Picky Eater: Increases the chance of dropped loot matching your currently equipped gear.

Light Mend Ammo Mod & Augments Explained

Maya firing a weapon with the Light Mend Ammo Mod on Citadel des Morts in Black Ops 6 Zombies

Light Mend, a brand-new Ammo Mod debuting alongside Citadelle des Morts, also works on Terminus, Liberty Falls, and future maps. Unlike other Black Ops 6 Ammo Mods focused on zombie damage, Light Mend prioritizes player defense and healing.

Light Mend bullets inflict Light elemental damage. Each shot has a chance to convert a regular or Special enemy's health into a healing glyph that travels to nearby injured allies. Augments further enhance its capabilities.

Light Mend Major Augments in Black Ops 6 Zombies

  • Antibiotic: The healing glyph damages enemies on contact, but its duration is reduced.
  • Big Game: Light Mend activates on Elite enemies, dropping three additional healing glyphs.
  • Dual Action: Consuming a healing glyph temporarily accelerates healing speed.

Light Mend Minor Augments in Black Ops 6 Zombies

  • Longer Life: Increases the healing glyph's lifespan.
  • Extra Strength: Consumed healing glyphs restore more health.
  • Express Remedy: Extends the range the glyph travels to reach allies.

The Light Mend Ammo Mod is unlocked via the Merry Mayhem Event in Black Ops 6.

Tesla Storm Field Upgrade & Augments Explained

Maya and Grey with the Tesla Storm Field Upgrade Active in Black Ops 6 Zombies on Citadelle des Morts

Returning from Black Ops Cold War, Tesla Storm is a Field Upgrade that summons electricity around the player, connecting to allies to stun and damage regular enemies for 10 seconds. Augments amplify its power.

Tesla Storm Major Augments in Black Ops 6 Zombies

  • Transformer: Damage increases based on the number of connected allies.
  • Shockwave: Upon activation, stuns and damages all nearby enemies.
  • Static Discharge: Creates a lethal electrical surge upon activation.

Tesla Storm Minor Augments in Black Ops 6 Zombies

  • Power Grid: Increases the range of the electrical tether connecting to allies.
  • Overclocked: Boosts movement speed while Tesla Storm is active.
  • Lithium Charged: Extends Tesla Storm's duration.

The Tesla Storm Ammo Mod is unlocked through the Merry Mayhem Event in Black Ops 6.