Guts & Blackpowder Maps

Maps in Guts & Blackpowder transport twenty-player squads to historical Napoleonic battlefields twisted by the undead. Some maps follow linear campaign objectives with checkpoints, holdouts, and dramatic escape sequences. Others compress the action into compact Endless arenas where waves escalate until the team breaks. Choosing the right map �?and understanding how each one interacts with game modes �?is the first step toward efficient Franc farming and campaign completion.

This hub organizes every map by category. Whether you are planning your first San Sebastian run or optimizing Hardcore Endless farming on Trenches, the sections below link to detailed breakdowns with wave formulas, difficulty ratings, and recommended class loadouts from our build guides.

Map Categories

How Maps Connect to Game Modes

Not every map supports every mode. Endless arenas like Old Church, Trenches, and Courtyard exist exclusively for wave survival. Objective campaign maps �?San Sebastian, Leipzig, London, Vardøhus Fortress, Roscoff, and Berezina �?run linear progression with story beats and scripted events. Holdout sections appear embedded within Objective maps as timed defense phases, while Siege mode transforms certain fortification maps into player-versus-player assault scenarios without zombie spawns.

Hardcore is not a separate map but a difficulty modifier applicable to Endless lobbies. Enabling Hardcore doubles Franc rewards while increasing zombie damage output and reducing the margin for error. Most experienced farmers queue Hardcore Endless on Trenches or Old Church for optimal Francs-per-hour rates. Consult the game modes page for a complete comparison table.

Map Difficulty Tiers

Community consensus groups maps into three difficulty bands. Beginner maps feature shorter routes, fewer special zombie types, and forgiving holdout timers. Intermediate maps introduce Igniters, Bombers, and multi-stage objectives requiring coordination. Expert maps combine length, zombie variety, and tight timers that punish unprepared teams.

• Beginner: Vardøhus Fortress, San Sebastian, Old Church (Endless)
• Intermediate: Leipzig, London, Trenches (Endless), Courtyard (Endless)
• Expert: Roscoff, Berezina, Hardcore Endless wave 20+

New players should complete at least one beginner Objective map before attempting Endless farming. The checkpoint system on Objective maps teaches map flow, zombie type recognition, and team coordination �?skills that directly transfer to Endless survival. Our walkthrough hub provides step-by-step guides for each campaign map.

Map Selection and Team Composition

Different maps reward different team compositions. Tight Endless arenas favor blunderbuss Seamen and drum Musicians for close-quarters crowd control. Open Objective battlefields like Berezina need musket volley lines with Surgeon support for the long distances between checkpoints. Before queueing, agree on class roles �?one Surgeon, one Sapper, and a mix of damage dealers covers most map requirements. Use the class picker tool if you are unsure which role fits a specific map.

Equipment matters per map too. Igniter-heavy routes demand water buckets from the utilities shop. Long Endless sessions require bandage stacks and carbine loadouts from our weapons guide. Plan your Bubbles purchases around the maps you queue most frequently.

Related Pages

• Endless maps and wave formulas �?farming arenas and scaling math.
• Objective campaign maps �?full campaign list with difficulty notes.
• Game modes explained �?Objective, Endless, Holdout, Siege, Hardcore.
• Map walkthroughs �?step-by-step campaign guides.
• Francs farming guide �?best maps for currency income.

Frequently Asked Questions