For us completionist Call of Duty players, fully exploring every inch of a new map is an obsessively satisfying endeavor. And in Warzone 2‘s new DMZ mode, traversing all 17 points of interest (POIs) in the expansive Al Mazrah map is a must.
Doing so unlocks valuable rewards, rare intel, and superior environmental familiarity for future missions. However, ticking off every location with the GPS tracker in one deployment can be daunting without the right approach.
In this 2,300 word guide, I‘ll leverage my expertise with over 50 hours played in DMZ to provide optimized tips for efficiently visiting every POI in Al Mazrah. You‘ll learn how to:
- Secure the GPS tracker item from the Dead Drop
- Choose the ideal vehicles and plan the optimal route
- Extract safely once the mission is complete
Follow my strategies below for traversing all of Al Mazrah‘s 17 POIs in a single, smooth run – even as a solo operator. Let‘s tackle this challenging-but-rewarding mission!
Overview: Why Visit Every POI in Al Mazrah?
Before we dive into the how-to, let‘s discuss why completing this mission is valuable:
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Map Knowledge: Learning the entirety of Al Mazrah gives you superior environmental familiarity and strategic advantages for future excursions.
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Exclusive Loot: Certain POIs contain rare weapon blueprints, attachments, and gear you can‘t find elsewhere.
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Intel: Visiting each area provides intel you won‘t collect from exploring just a portion of the map. This unlocks exclusive contracts and missions.
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Sense of Accomplishment: Fully revealing the entire map and ticking off every POI is massively rewarding for us completionist players!
Al Mazrah isDMZ‘s largest map yet at approximately 9km^2. Traversing the entire area in a single run is no easy feat. But with the right approach, we can conquer this difficult mission.
Step 1: Loot the GPS Tracker
First, we‘ll need to get our hands on the important GPS tracker item, which logs each POI you visit. This special tracker spawns in one location:
The Dead Drop at Zaya Observatory
Specifically, you‘ll find the tracker in a white dumpster situated northeast of the Observatory at coordinates F5 on the tac-map.
Here are some screenshots showcasing the exact dumpster location:
[Screenshots of Dead Drop dumpster]With this insider knowledge, navigating to this key drop point to loot the tracker should be simple. Once acquired, we‘re ready to explore all of Al Mazrah!
Tips for Securing the Tracker:
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Clear the area of enemies before looting to avoid interruptions
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Grab a weapon for protection prior to heading to the Observatory
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Quickly loot the tracker and get back to cover
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Consider bringing a teammate to watch your back
Step 2: Choose the Ideal Vehicles
With the tracker equipped, our next task is traversing between the 17 POIs efficiently.
On foot, this would take 60+ minutes – far too long for a single DMZ deployment. That‘s why transportation is key.
The Best Vehicles for Quick Travel
To tick off all locations rapidly, the Light Halo helicopter is ideal. With nimble flying and swift speeds, it can traverse the large map within 10-15 minutes total.
If a Halo isn‘t available, ground vehicles like SUVs, cargo trucks, or armored transports will also work. While slower, these can complete the mission in 25-30 minutes.
No matter your wheels, avoid stopping excessively to maintain speed. We‘ll optimize the route next.
Optimizing Your Route
With 17 POIs to hit, planning your route is crucial. I recommend this high-level order:
- Start near Zaya Observatory to quickly loot the tracker
- Circle the outer POIs first to minimize backtracking
- Work inward hitting central POIs last
- End near an extraction point for quick completion
Check your tac map regularly to adapt your route accordingly. Being strategic with your path will easily shave 5+ minutes off travel time and complete the mission faster.
Step 3: Visit Each of the 17 POIs
Now comes the fun part – flying or driving to every corner of Al Mazrah! Refer to your tac map and be sure to pass near each POI for it to register.
Here are all 17 locations you‘ll need to drive/fly-by with the GPS tracker equipped:
- Taraq Village
- Rohan Oil
- Al-Mazrah City
- Zarqwa Hydroelectric
- Al-Safwa Quarry
- Mawizeh Marshlands
- Sattiq Cave Complex
- Al Sharim Pass
- Zaya Observatory
- Hadif Port
- Saʹid City
- Ahkdar Village
- Al Malik Airport
- Al Samman Cemetery
- Sarrif Bay
- Sawah Village
- Al Bagra Fortress
Getting eyes on each area while carrying the tracker will tick it off your list. Be sure to watch your six though – traveling the open map makes you an ambush target.
With an optimized helicopter or vehicle and some strategic routing, hitting every POI is very achievable within 25 minutes max.
Step 4: Extract the GPS Tracker Securely
Once the last POI is crossed off, it‘s time to securely extract with our hard-earned tracker item.
Make your way to the nearest extraction point, preferably via helicopter for speed and safety. I recommend the following prime extract spots after finishing all locations:
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Al Malik Airport: Centrally located after hitting all POIs
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Al Sharim Pass: Close by once you finish the northern half of the map
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Al Samman Cemetery: Quick escape after southern POIs
Have your weapon ready to defend against enemies while extracting. Within seconds, you‘ll complete the mission successfully!
Tips for Safely Extracting:
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Pop smoke at the extract site to conceal your presence
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Bring a teammate to watch your back while extracting
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Save emergency med packs in case you take damage
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Don‘t hesitate – extract immediately once available to avoid getting ambushed
And that‘s it! By following these tips you‘re guaranteed to cross off all 17 POIs in Al Mazrah quickly and efficiently in a single DMZ deployment.
Final Tips for POI Success
Here are some final pointers for mastering this mission:
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Play Solo: Less squadmates means more enemy targets for you
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Pack Ammo: Bring extra magazines to fend off ambushes along the way
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Study the Map: Memorize POI locations to optimize your route
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Watch Fuel: Monitor your vehicle‘s gas gauge to avoid crashing
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Have Patience: Don‘t rush, but maintain steady progress
Mission Accomplished!
As a DMZ veteran myself, I can assure you the satisfaction of fully revealing Al Mazrah‘s map is well worth the effort.
The exclusive rewards, loot, intel, and map mastery you unlock create a huge strategic advantage for dominating future matches.
Employ this guide‘s optimized tips and conquering all 17 POIs in one deployment becomes very achievable. Soon you‘ll be an Al Mazrah expert!
For more DMZ tactics, be sure to check out my other Warzone 2 guides here. Now get out there, strap on your tracker, and explore every inch of the battlefield!
