After years of anticipation, Die Rise Remastered has finally landed in Black Ops 3 Zombies, and it’s everything fans could have hoped for—and more. This 1:1 recreation of the Black Ops 2 classic, developed by Zella and Dobby, not only brings back the chaotic verticality of the original map but enhances it with stunning visuals, quality-of-life improvements, and new features that elevate the experience to a whole new level.

With a fully soloable Easter egg, custom weapons, and a reworked elevator system, this remaster fixes many of the frustrations that plagued the original Die Rise while keeping its core gameplay intact. Whether you loved or hated Die Rise back in the day, this fan-made remaster is a must-play for any Zombies fan.

A Visual Masterpiece That Feels Like a Treyarch Remaster

From the moment you load into the game, it’s clear that Die Rise Remastered is a labor of love. The skybox looks absolutely breathtaking, filled with realistic lighting and atmospheric effects that make the skyscraper setting feel more immersive than ever. The textures have been completely reworked, making weapons, perk machines, and even the Mystery Box shine with an impressive level of detail.

The attention to detail extends to every aspect of the map, from the shimmering reflections on the floor to the crisp, high-resolution textures on walls and weapons. If someone told you this was an official Black Ops 4 or Black Ops 5 remaster, you’d believe them—that’s how good it looks.

Key visual upgrades in Die Rise Remastered:

Higher resolution textures for walls, weapons, and zombies
Improved lighting effects that enhance immersion
A new skybox that makes the cityscape feel more alive
Updated perk and Pack-A-Punch machines with vibrant detail

Custom Features That Change the Game

One of the biggest upgrades in Die Rise Remastered is the custom game options menu, allowing players to tailor their experience before jumping in.

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Customize Your Loadout Before the Match Begins

Before starting, players can choose:

Whether the Mystery Box contains weapons from Black Ops 2 or Black Ops 3
Which playable character they want (Misty is a favorite choice)
Whether to enable additional Easter eggs and supporter names hidden throughout the map
The ability to skip the intro cinematic for quicker restarts

This level of customization is something the original Die Rise never had, making each playthrough more accessible and enjoyable.

Major Gameplay Improvements That Fix the Original’s Issues

While Die Rise was infamous for its frustrating elevator system and confusing layout, this remaster introduces quality-of-life upgrades that make the experience smoother and more enjoyable.

1. Elevator Key System – No More Waiting!

One of the most annoying parts of the original Die Rise was waiting for elevators to bring perks and Pack-A-Punch machines to your floor. In this remaster, you can now insert an elevator key to manually call an elevator at any time.

How it works:

Find an elevator key scattered around the map
Use the key on any elevator to bring it to your floor instantly
No more waiting endlessly—this fixes one of the map’s biggest complaints

2. Carry Multiple Buildable Parts at Once

In the original Die Rise, players could only carry one part at a time, making buildable items like the Trample Steam and Sliquifier a pain to assemble. In this remaster, you can now carry multiple parts at once, speeding up gameplay significantly.

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3. Fully Soloable Easter Egg

Perhaps the most game-changing addition in Die Rise Remastered is the ability to complete the Easter egg solo.

In Black Ops 2, the Easter egg required four players, making it impossible for solo players to complete. This remaster fixes that issue, allowing for a fully soloable Easter egg quest, complete with:

Elevator puzzle mechanics that are now easier to track
Energy orb shooting sequences that feel more responsive
New ways to trigger key Easter egg steps without needing co-op partners

For fans who want to experience the full Easter egg without relying on others, this is a game-changer.

The Sliquifier and Pack-a-Punch Look Better Than Ever

No Die Rise experience would be complete without the Sliquifier, the map’s iconic Wonder Weapon that causes zombies to slip, slide, and explode.

What’s New with the Sliquifier?

Smoother animations and improved weapon textures
Better splash physics, making zombies slide more dynamically
An official upgrade path, allowing players to enhance their power

Pack-a-punching weapons in this remaster is also a visual treat, with new camo effects that make every gun look stunning.

Weapons that shine in this remaster:

AN-94 – One of the best wall weapons in Zombies history
PDW-57 – A high-capacity SMG perfect for early rounds
SVU Sniper – Essential for the Easter egg, now with sharper scope visuals

Brutal Difficulty & Upgraded Enemy AI

While the original Die Rise was already a difficult map, this remaster takes things even further with smarter enemy AI and tougher challenge scaling.

The Leapers Are More Terrifying Than Ever

Instead of Hellhounds, Die Rise featured leaping creatures that attacked in chaotic waves. In this remaster, they have been:

Reanimated with better movement mechanics
Given wall-climbing abilities, attacking from ceilings
Made faster and more aggressive, increasing the challenge

Their new attack patterns make them even more dangerous than before, forcing players to stay mobile and aware at all times.

The Best Way to Experience Die Rise in 2025

This fan-made remaster of Die Rise isn’t just a graphical overhaul—it’s a full reimagining of how the map should have played from the beginning. With: