The Advanced Drone is a high-mobility aerial enemy type used for reconnaissance, tracking, and precision micro-attacks. These drones operate in squads, provide live targeting data to enemy units, and can rapidly reposition, making them dangerous if ignored.
COD Black Ops 7: NPC advanced drone enemy overview
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Enemy type | Aerial drone / recon-assault unit |
| Health | Low–Medium (reinforced composite shell) |
| Damage output | Low burst fire, high accuracy |
| Movement | Very fast; erratic strafing patterns |
| Weakness | EMP, ballistic snipers, AR sustained fire |
| Common locations | Open combat zones, rooftops, recon patrol routes |
| Special behavior | Marks players, deploys micro-shocks, calls in reinforcements |
How to defeat the NPC advanced drone enemy
To counter drones effectively, focus on precision fire, anti-tech tools, and distance control. Their mobility is their strength—remove it quickly with well-timed shots or EMP.
Step-by-step guide to defeat the NPC advanced drone enemy
Step 1: Spot the scanner glow
Drones emit a red or blue scan line—use this to anticipate their movement.
Step 2: Use EMP grenades
A single EMP disables its flight stabilizers, dropping it instantly.
Step 3: Switch to accurate weapons
DMRs, ARs, and snipers are ideal for hitting moving aerial targets.
Step 4: Fire in controlled bursts
Avoid spraying—short, accurate bursts track drones more efficiently.
Step 5: Destroy it before it marks you
If left alive, drones highlight your position and attract enemy squads.
NPC advanced drone enemy tips
- Snipers one-shot drones if you hit the main hub.
- Silenced weapons prevent drones from calling reinforcements.
- Use cover overhead; drones struggle to fire downward at steep angles.
- Turrets and auto-tracking gear shred drone swarms fast.
- Target the drone controlling unit first if multiple drones spawn.
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