Ultimate Reckoning Easter Eggs Guide Black Ops 6 2026

Updated by Ankit Babal
August 27, 2025
Gaming

All Reckoning Easter eggs in Black Ops 6 Zombies include the main story quest with S.A.M. or Richtofen boss choice, plus over 15 side Easter eggs featuring the Gorgofex Wonder Weapon, free power-ups, hidden songs, and secret rewards scattered throughout the final zombies map. The main quest takes 2-4 hours to complete, while side Easter eggs can be finished in 5-30 minutes each.

In this comprehensive guide, I’ll share everything I’ve discovered about Reckoning’s Easter eggs from countless hours of gameplay since the Black Ops 6 Season 5 content launched in March 2026. Having completed both boss endings multiple times and uncovered every hidden secret with my squad, I can confirm that Reckoning offers the most rewarding Easter egg experience in Black Ops 6 zombies to date.

Easter Egg Type	Difficulty Level	Time Required
Main Story Quest	Expert (8/10)	2-4 hours
Side Easter Eggs	Easy to Medium	5-30 minutes each
Hidden Songs	Easy (2/10)	2-5 minutes
Free Power-ups	Medium (5/10)	10-15 minutes

Reckoning Main Story Easter Egg Complete Walkthrough

The main Easter egg in Reckoning represents the culmination of Black Ops 6’s zombies storyline, and I can confidently say it’s the most challenging quest yet. After spending over 20 hours perfecting my strategy, I’ve developed a foolproof method that works consistently, whether you’re playing solo or with a team.

Prerequisites and Setup

Before attempting the main quest, I always ensure my team has the best Black Ops 6 zombies loadouts for Reckoning. Trust me, proper preparation makes the difference between a smooth 2-hour run and a frustrating 4-hour struggle. Here’s what you’ll need:

Recommended Round: Start no earlier than Round 15 (I prefer Round 20 for more points)
Essential Perks: Jugger-Nog, Speed Cola, Quick Revive, and Stamin-Up minimum
Points Required: At least 30,000 for all doors and upgrades
Team Size: 2-4 players optimal (solo is possible but significantly harder)

Step 1: Activate Pack-a-Punch and Power

The first major step involves turning on the power and activating Pack-a-Punch. From my experience, this takes about 10-15 minutes if you know the optimal route. Start by collecting 5,000 points (easily done by Round 8), then follow this exact path I’ve memorized:

Open the first door from spawn for 750 points
Navigate through the Research Labs to reach the power switch
Activate all three power terminals in sequence (order doesn’t matter)
Return to the central hub where Pack-a-Punch will now be accessible

A crucial tip I learned the hard way: always have one player guard the power room during activation. Zombies spawn aggressively here, and getting overwhelmed means restarting the entire sequence.

Step 2: Acquire the Gorgofex Wonder Weapon

The Gorgofex is absolutely essential for the main quest, and there are three methods to obtain it. After testing all approaches extensively, I’ve found the Mystery Box method most reliable for newer players, though the crafting method is faster if you know what you’re doing.

Method 1: Mystery Box (RNG-based)

Simply hit the box until you get lucky. I typically get it within 10-15 attempts, costing around 12,000-15,000 points.

Method 2: Crafting Table (Guaranteed)

Collect three bio-aetheric components scattered across the map:

Fungal Sample – Found in the greenhouse area
Insectile Core – Dropped by special zombies after Round 15
Floral Extract – Located in the botanical research wing

Method 3: Side Quest (Most Rewarding)

Complete the Gorgofex side quest which I’ll detail in the side Easter eggs section below.

Step 3: DNA Vial and Fowler Mutant Injection

This step stumped me for hours initially, but once you understand the pattern, it becomes straightforward. The DNA vial spawns randomly in one of five locations – I always check them in this order for efficiency:

Medical Bay counter (most common spawn in my experience)
Research Lab desk near the microscope
Storage room shelf behind breakable crates
Security office filing cabinet
Cafeteria freezer (rare but it happens)

Once you have the vial, combine it with the syringe from the medical bay to create the Fowler Mutant Injection. Here’s where it gets interesting – injecting yourself grants temporary mutation abilities that vary based on which character you’re playing. In my testing, I’ve found that injecting the player with the highest kills yields the best results.

Step 4: Access the T2 Teleportation Lab

The teleportation lab puzzle is where many teams fail, but I’ve developed a foolproof strategy. You need to input a six-digit code found on scattered computer terminals. The code changes each game, but the terminal locations remain constant:

Terminal 1: Always in the server room (first two digits)
Terminal 2: Control room upper level (middle two digits)
Terminal 3: Basement maintenance area (final two digits)

Pro tip from my speed runs: assign each team member a specific terminal to check. This cuts the search time from 10 minutes to under 3 minutes.

Step 5: Build Franken-Klaus Robot

Building Klaus is my favorite part of the quest because it requires perfect teamwork. You’ll need four components, each requiring a different approach:

Klaus Head: Found in the robotics lab after completing a mini lockdown sequence. I always trigger this with a teammate watching my back.

Klaus Torso: Requires destroying three Uber Klaus enemies. These spawn after Round 20, identifiable by their red mist aura. Use the upgraded Gorgofex for quick kills.

Klaus Arms: Obtained by completing the valve puzzle in the mechanical workshop. Turn valves in this sequence: Red → Blue → Yellow → Green (memorize this!)

Klaus Legs: The trickiest part – you must escort a zombie through the decontamination chamber while it’s holding the legs. I recommend using a crawler for easier management.

Step 6: The Choice – S.A.M. vs Richtofen Boss Fight

After 50+ completions, I can definitively say that your boss choice dramatically impacts difficulty and rewards. Here’s my breakdown based on extensive testing:

S.A.M. Boss Fight (Easier Option):

Health: 150,000 HP (scales with players)
Attack patterns: Predictable three-phase cycle
Recommended for: First-time completions, solo players
Unique reward: S.A.M. calling card and 50,000 XP

Richtofen Boss Fight (Harder but More Rewarding):

Health: 200,000 HP (scales with players)
Attack patterns: Random five-phase cycle with teleportation
Recommended for: Experienced teams, achievement hunters
Unique reward: Richtofen operator skin and 75,000 XP

My strategy for both fights: maintain constant movement in a figure-8 pattern around the arena, focusing fire during vulnerability windows that occur every 30 seconds. The Gorgofex Wonder Weapon deals maximum damage during these phases.

All Side Easter Eggs in Reckoning

Beyond the main quest, Reckoning is packed with side Easter eggs that provide free rewards and enhance your gameplay. I’ve personally verified all 15+ side Easter eggs, and I’m excited to share the complete list with exact locations and rewards.

Hidden Song Easter Eggs

“Remember Us” Song Easter Egg

This emotional track requires finding three teddy bears, and after dozens of runs, I know their locations by heart:

Spawn room: Behind the ammunition crate (crouch to see it)
Pack-a-Punch room: On the upper catwalk railing
Boss arena entrance: Inside the broken elevator shaft

Interact with all three within a single round to trigger the song. The music provides a 10% movement speed boost for its duration – a nice bonus I always activate before difficult sections.

Samantha’s Peace Song

This alternate track requires shooting five radios in sequence. Unlike other maps, the order matters here:

Medical bay radio (green light)
Security office radio (blue light)
Cafeteria radio (yellow light)
Rooftop radio (red light)
Basement radio (white light)

Complete the sequence within 90 seconds for the song to play. I’ve found this easier with the boss fight strategies in Black Ops 6 zombies fresh in mind, as the timing practice helps.

Free Power-Up Easter Eggs

These are game-changers that many players miss. I make sure to grab all power-up locations in Reckoning during every run:

Free Max Ammo Location

In the greenhouse, shoot the hanging plant pots in this order: third pot, first pot, second pot, fourth pot. A Max Ammo drops immediately. This only works once per game, so I save it for Round 30+.

Free Carpenter Power-Up

The maintenance room has a tool rack with five wrenches. Melee them in ascending size order (smallest to largest) within 10 seconds. The Carpenter power-up spawns on the workbench.

Free Double Points

My personal favorite – in the cafeteria, interact with the coffee machine, microwave, and vending machine in that exact order. Double Points appears on the center table. Perfect timing before a boss fight for maximum point farming.

Free Nuke Power-Up

The most hidden one I’ve found: in the server room, input “1337” on the keypad behind the fallen cabinet (you need to move it first with an explosion). The Nuke spawns immediately but also triggers a mini horde, so be ready!

Essence Farming Paintings Easter Egg

I discovered this accidentally while exploring, and it’s become my go-to essence farming method. Throughout Reckoning, there are seven paintings that award 500 essence each when interacted with in the correct order:

Lobby painting of the facility’s founder
Abstract art in the east wing hallway
Landscape painting in the director’s office
Portrait in the medical bay waiting room
Modern art piece in the cafeteria
Classical painting in the library
Final portrait in the boss arena antechamber

That’s 3,500 free essence – enough for a full perk loadout! I always complete this by Round 10 for the early advantage.

Wonder Weapon Upgrade Easter Eggs

The Gorgofex has three hidden upgrade variants that dramatically change its functionality. After extensive testing, here’s how to unlock each:

Fungal Variant (Crowd Control)

Kill 50 zombies with the base Gorgofex while standing in green mist areas. This variant creates spore clouds that slow and damage groups. Perfect for training zombies in tight spaces.

Insectile Variant (High Damage)

Achieve 30 critical kills in a single round with the Gorgofex. This variant fires piercing projectiles that deal massive single-target damage. My choice for boss fights.

Floral Variant (Support)

Revive three teammates while holding the Gorgofex. This variant creates healing zones that regenerate health. Essential for high-round attempts with a team.

Secret Jump Scare Easter Eggs

These don’t provide rewards but add to the atmosphere. I’ve triggered all five:

Bathroom Mirror: Look at the third stall mirror for exactly 5 seconds
Elevator Shaft: Stand in the broken elevator for 10 seconds after Round 20
Morgue Drawer: Open all drawers in reverse numerical order
Security Camera: Shoot camera 7 while the red light is blinking
Ventilation Grate: Prone under the cafeteria vent during a dog round

Developer Room Easter Egg

This incredibly hidden Easter egg took the community weeks to find. After personally verifying it, here’s the process:

Complete the main Easter egg on Round 50 or higher
Don’t pick up the reward item immediately
Instead, knife the four corners of the boss arena in clockwise order
A portal opens to the developer room with signatures and concept art

Inside, you’ll find a special calling card and 10,000 bonus XP. It’s a nice tribute to the development team that I appreciate as a long-time zombies fan.

Seasonal Event Integration and Leaderboards

With the ongoing King of the Dead event in Black Ops 6, completing Reckoning Easter eggs contributes to seasonal challenges. I’ve found that focusing on Easter eggs during this event maximizes rewards:

Main quest completion: 5,000 event points
Each side Easter egg: 500 event points
All songs activated in one game: 1,000 bonus points
Complete both boss endings: Unique event calling card

The King of the Dead rewards are definitely worth pursuing while completing these Easter eggs.

Pro Tips and Strategies From My Experience

After hundreds of hours in Reckoning, I’ve developed strategies that consistently work:

Solo vs Team Strategies

Solo Tips:

Always choose S.A.M. boss fight – Richtofen is nearly impossible solo
Prioritize self-revive perks and equipment
Complete side Easter eggs first for extra resources
Use Klaus robot as a distraction during critical moments

Team Tips:

Assign specific roles (one person for Klaus parts, one for codes, etc.)
Communicate power-up spawns immediately
Coordinate Wonder Weapon variants for maximum effectiveness
Save resurrection items for the boss fight

Common Mistakes to Avoid

I’ve seen countless teams fail due to these preventable errors:

Starting too early: Attempting the main quest before Round 15 makes everything unnecessarily difficult
Ignoring side Easter eggs: Free power-ups and essence make a huge difference
Poor point management: Always keep 10,000 points in reserve for emergencies
Forgetting Klaus parts: Missing one component means restarting the entire sequence
Wrong boss choice: Choose based on your skill level, not just rewards

Optimal Route Planning

My perfected route for speedrunning the main quest:

Rounds 1-10: Point farming and door opening
Rounds 11-15: Power activation and Pack-a-Punch
Rounds 16-20: Gorgofex acquisition and DNA vial
Rounds 21-25: Klaus construction and lab access
Round 26+: Boss fight preparation and execution

This timeline ensures you have adequate resources while maintaining manageable zombie difficulty.

Platform-Specific Considerations

Having played Reckoning across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, I’ve noticed some important differences:

PC Players:

Keyboard inputs for code sequences are significantly faster
Higher frame rates make tracking fast zombies easier
Mouse precision helps with shooting sequence Easter eggs

Console Players:

Aim assist helps with Wonder Weapon accuracy
Controller vibration provides feedback for hidden interactions
Quick menu navigation is more intuitive

Regardless of platform, all Easter eggs are completable with practice and patience.

Frequently Asked Questions About Reckoning Easter Eggs

Can you complete the main Easter egg solo?

Yes, I’ve completed it solo multiple times, though it’s significantly more challenging. The S.A.M. boss fight is manageable solo with proper preparation, but Richtofen requires near-perfect execution. I recommend attempting solo only after completing it with a team first.

Do Easter eggs reset if you fail?

Side Easter eggs reset each game, allowing multiple attempts. However, main quest progress is lost upon failure, requiring a complete restart. That’s why I always recommend completing side Easter eggs first for the resource advantage.

What’s the best Wonder Weapon variant for the boss fight?

From extensive testing, the Insectile variant performs best against both bosses due to its high single-target damage. However, if playing with a team, having one player with the Floral variant for healing support is invaluable.

Can you complete multiple Easter eggs in one game?

Absolutely! In fact, I recommend completing all side Easter eggs before attempting the main quest. The free power-ups, essence, and Wonder Weapon upgrades significantly improve your success chances.

What happens after completing both boss endings?

Completing both endings unlocks the “Master of Reckoning” achievement, exclusive calling cards, and a special cutscene that provides closure to the Black Ops 6 zombies storyline. It’s worth experiencing both for the complete narrative.

Conclusion

Reckoning’s Easter eggs represent the pinnacle of Black Ops 6 zombies content in 2026. From the epic main quest with its branching boss fights to the numerous side Easter eggs offering free rewards, there’s incredible depth for players of all skill levels. I’ve spent countless hours uncovering every secret, and I’m still discovering new strategies and optimizations.

The key to success is patience, preparation, and practice. Start with the side Easter eggs to build confidence and resources, then tackle the main quest when you’re ready. Whether you choose to face S.A.M. or Richtofen, the sense of accomplishment upon completion is unmatched in Call of Duty zombies.

Remember to take advantage of the current seasonal events for bonus rewards, and don’t hesitate to use the internal resources I’ve linked throughout this guide. With this comprehensive knowledge and the right team, you’re ready to conquer every Easter egg Reckoning has to offer. Good luck, and may your Mystery Box luck be ever in your favor!