Graviton Device
The cosmic key that unlocks the multiverse and fuels the endless zombie apocalypse.
The Graviton Device is a pivotal artifact within the Call of Duty Zombies multiverse, serving as the primary mechanism for manipulating space-time and enabling inter-dimensional travel. Unlike standard weaponry or equipment found in the series, this device acts as a cosmic anchor, capable of stabilizing rifts between dimensions or, conversely, tearing them open to allow entities like zombies and their creators to traverse the multiverse. It is central to the narrative arc connecting the original maps to the broader Aether story.
- Function
- Space-time manipulation and dimensional travel
- Creators
- The Apothicons (with reverse-engineering by the Maxis/AI)
- First Appearance
- Call of Duty: Black Ops II (Origins map context)
- Status
- Active across multiple timelines and dimensions
- Key Users
- Dr. Edward Richtofen, The Requiem Group, Various Aether Agents
Lore & Background
The narrative significance of the Graviton Device peaks when Dr. By manipulating these devices across various timelines, he attempts to sever the connection between dimensions, trapping the undead hordes in their own reality while freeing humanity from the cycle of doom. Its presence often signals a turning point where the stakes shift from mere survival to the fate of existence itself.
In Their Own Story
The air inside the laboratory hummed with a frequency that made teeth ache and bones vibrate. Richtofen stood before the Graviton Device, its core pulsing with an eerie violet light that cast long, dancing shadows against the concrete walls. Outside, the screams of the undead grew louder, a cacophony of hunger pressing against the reinforced glass. He adjusted the dials, his hands trembling not from fear, but from the immense power coursing through the machine. With one final turn, the room dissolved into a kaleidoscope of swirling colors, and for a split second, he saw every timeline at once—the ones where they won, and the infinite ones where they fell.
Reader's Guide
The Graviton Device is rarely a standalone objective but rather a narrative catalyst that drives the progression of the Zombies saga. Players typically encounter these mechanics during Easter Egg quests where stabilizing the device is required to prevent dimensional collapse. This usually involves collecting specific components scattered across the map while fending off waves of enemies. Connecting these events reveals that every activation shifts the timeline slightly, explaining why characters age differently or appear in unexpected locations across games. Mastering the device's mechanics is essential for unlocking the true ending of a map, which often provides crucial context for future installments.
Did You Know?
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