How to activate the cannon shortcut and unlock its secret in CoD Black Ops 6 Zombies

The cannon in the Citadelle des Morts map of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Zombies serves more purposes than just opening castle doors during the main Easter egg mission; it also contains its own set of secrets. One notable feature is the ability to adjust the cannon’s angle, which can provide a shortcut to different areas of the map. This guide will explain how to activate the cannon shortcut and reveal its hidden capabilities.

Adjusting the Cannon’s Angle

After firing the cannon initially, players can still use it for various tasks. You’ll notice that some parts of the cannon might become damaged, making it immobile. However, you can find these broken components to repair the cannon and change its position for future use.

Collecting the Necessary Components

You will need to gather two key parts to fix the cannon:

• A crank: This can be found at the game’s starting area, tucked away in a cardboard box next to some bananas.
• A propane torch: Look for this in the dining room where the knight statues are located, positioned in a corner just beneath the Vulture Aid machine, beside a gasoline canister.

Fixing the Cannon

As you gather these components, make sure to pick them up by using the interact button when you’re close to them. Once you have both items, head back to the cannon and interact with it like you did the first time to reinstall the crank.

Changing the Cannon’s Direction

With the cannon repaired, you can now turn the crank to change the cannon’s aim. Be careful during this process, as you will be exposed to zombie attacks for a few moments. The new angle allows the cannon to point directly at the dining room with the knight statues. If you decide to use it, you will be launched toward that area quickly, providing a handy shortcut.

Accessing the Tower of Clock Shortcut

Moreover, there’s an intriguing feature tied to the cannon. If you use it to launch yourself toward the village square a total of 100 times, on your 101st attempt, the cannon will send you straight to the Tower of Clock.

What Occurs Upon Reaching the Tower

This action doesn’t grant direct access to the tower, but it initiates a special event. When you land in the square, you will see two Monkey Bombs appearing on the ground near the tower. In addition, the tower will temporarily attract all nearby zombies as if it were a Monkey Bomb.

Duration of the Effect

Regrettably, this distraction effect only lasts for about 10 to 15 seconds, which limits its usefulness, especially since you need to spend a total of 50,000 essence points to use the cannon that many times. While it remains uncertain if there are additional secrets related to the cannon yet to be discovered, this Easter egg appears to be more of a quirky discovery than a major gameplay element.