- Blackhawk Rescue Mission 5 zombies rewards include apparel, patches, optics, firearms, and masks.
- Mission completion usually requires finishing objectives and extracting with the required items.
- Repeat missions provide reduced Credits and EXP, while Operator Tokens are not awarded again.
- Best preparation includes extra ammunition, grenades, healing supplies, and a reliable extraction plan.
- Exclusive items may differ from shop versions, especially mission-only aviators and cosmetic gear.
Blackhawk Rescue Mission 5 zombies rewards overview
Blackhawk Rescue Mission 5 zombies rewards are tied to specific missions in the Zombies Rescue mode. Operators can earn Credits, EXP, Operator Tokens, and unique items by completing objectives and successfully reaching extraction. The reward item is normally granted after the mission’s final requirement is satisfied and the squad completes its exfiltration.
The Missions (Zombies) page on the Blackhawk Rescue Mission 5 Wiki explains the core rule: a mission is not considered complete until the player boards an extraction helicopter or uses another valid extraction. Some objectives also require carrying mission items until extraction, so dropping a hard drive, sample container, file, or similar object can prevent completion.
Video Highlights:
- Mission-exclusive apparel, patches, weapons, optics, and gas masks
- The difference between mission rewards and seasonal or shop items
- Zombie-heavy locations such as sewer systems and hospitals
- Extraction requirements for receiving the final reward
- Recommended preparation for difficult objective chains
| Reward category | Typical examples | Main requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Apparel | Flannel button-up shirt, floral gaiter | Complete the linked mission and extract |
| Patches | Mercury II patch | Finish the assigned Petra Weiss mission |
| Weapons | Operator 1911, Python .357 | Complete the required objective chain |
| Equipment | FM-12 red lens, M50 custom gas mask | Retrieve mission items and exfil |
| Optics | OKP-7 optic | Secure the objective item and extract |
| Accessories | Mission-exclusive aviators | Survive the ambush and leave the zone |
Treat extraction as part of the mission, not as an optional final step. Keep all required objective items until the helicopter sequence is complete.
Zombies mission reward list
The following table organizes the obtainable items described in the available 2026 reward overview. Mission names and item names should be checked against the in-game tablet if an update changes prerequisites or objective locations.
| Mission | Mission giver | Reward | Core objective |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Factors, Part 2 | John Doe | Flannel button-up shirt | Recover a dead drop, survive an ambush, and extract |
| The Deep End, Part 2 | Dr. Petra Weiss | FM-12 red lens | Retrieve a hard drive and orange sample container from the sewers |
| Keeping the Lights On | Dr. Petra Weiss | Mercury II patch | Recover a server and photograph equipment near the Brooklyn Bridge |
| Trail to a Cure | Dr. Petra Weiss | OKP-7 optic | Find a key, open the laboratory refrigerator, and retrieve the container |
| The Deep End, Part 3 | Dr. Petra Weiss | Operator 1911 .45 Auto | Trigger and survive the office-building ambush |
| Wetwork, Part 5 | Anonymous Sender | Python .357 revolver | Clear Site B, recover the required items, and exit through the sewer route |
| Research Fellow, Part 2 | Dr. Petra Weiss | M50 custom gas mask | Find the office key and retrieve the file from Site B |
| Unknown Caller | Anonymous Sender | Mission-exclusive aviators | Locate the pink briefcase and survive the mercenary ambush |
| Up For Some Gaming? | Mr. Fixer | Floral gaiter | Clear the office building and retrieve the prototype hard drive |
The mission list also identifies Unknown Caller as a hard mission that rewards Aviators, while Up For Some Gaming? follows it and rewards the floral gaiter. This makes the pair a useful progression route for players collecting cosmetic rewards.
| Reward | Combat pressure | Navigation concern | Solo suitability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flannel button-up shirt | Medium ambush pressure | Moderate | Good with a careful route |
| FM-12 red lens | High zombie pressure | High in the sewer system | Safer with a teammate |
| Mercury II patch | Medium | Moderate | Reasonable for prepared solo players |
| OKP-7 optic | Kismet soldiers | High inside Site B | Moderate |
| Operator 1911 | High ambush pressure | Moderate | Moderate |
| Python .357 | High Kismet pressure | High hospital and sewer route | Better with support |
| M50 custom gas mask | Medium | High hospital navigation | Good with preparation |
| Aviators | High mercenary ambush | Low to moderate | Good if the ambush is controlled |
| Floral gaiter | Medium Kestral pressure | Moderate | Good for experienced players |
The Christmas hat is seasonal rather than a standard mission reward, and some listed items must be earned through mission completion instead of the shop.
Step-by-step reward route
Use the tablet aboard the UNS New York to select missions. Several missions require prerequisites, and multiple missions can be queued for one deployment. Completing the objectives in sequence reduces unnecessary travel and helps preserve ammunition.
Check the mission chain
Open the tablet and confirm the mission giver, prerequisite, difficulty, and objective. Petra Weiss missions often form a progression chain, so complete earlier assignments before attempting later reward missions.
Prepare the loadout
Bring enough ammunition for the expected enemy type, at least one grenade for emergency crowd control, and healing supplies. Sewer missions deserve extra reserves because zombie waves can appear during the return route.
Secure every objective item
Search the marked building or location carefully. Mission objects may include files, servers, containers, keys, hard drives, or briefcases. Do not discard them after completing an earlier objective.
Control the ambush
Trigger interactive events from cover whenever possible. Clear nearby enemies before collecting the next item, then reposition rather than allowing zombies, mercenaries, or Kismet soldiers to surround you.
Call extraction and verify completion
Use a CSEL or board a helicopter called by another player when the mission permits it. Remain with the required items until the extraction is finished, then confirm the reward has been granted.
| Mission type | Preparation priority | Safer tactic |
|---|---|---|
| Sewer objective | Ammunition and grenades | Save one grenade for the final zombie wave |
| Hospital search | Navigation and key location | Clear hallways before checking offices |
| Office ambush | Cover and escape path | Interact with the trigger, then retreat to a defensible position |
| Outdoor briefcase search | Mobility and awareness | Search the area before opening the pink briefcase |
| Server recovery | Carry protection | Photograph objectives only after nearby threats are controlled |
Queue compatible objectives when possible, but avoid overloading a deployment with missions that send you to different high-risk locations. A shorter route is often safer than a larger queue.
Combat and extraction tactics
The most dangerous reward missions combine an objective interaction with a new enemy wave. The Deep End, Part 2 is especially demanding because the sewer route contains numerous zombies, including an additional wave during the escape. Save equipment for the return journey instead of spending every grenade in the first room.
For missions involving Kismet or Kestral soldiers, prioritize threats that can punish you from hallways, doorways, or elevated positions. Clear rooms systematically and avoid rushing toward a key or file while enemies remain nearby. In a squad, one operator can secure the objective while another watches the approach.
Sewer missions
- Reserve a grenade for the escape wave
- Carry extra ammunition
- Keep the route to extraction clear
Hospital missions
- Search offices for keys
- Check floors carefully
- Clear hallways before backtracking
Ambush missions
- Trigger events from cover
- Identify the escape route
- Collect the reward item before extracting
The game’s mission rules create an important distinction between objective completion and reward completion. Finishing the combat portion is not enough if the mission requires extraction with an item. In addition, the wiki notes that repeat attempts reduce the normal Credits and EXP reward, with repeat rewards capped at 1,000 Credits and 1,000 EXP. Operator Tokens are not awarded again on repeat attempts.
| Situation | Recommended response | Common mistake |
|---|---|---|
| Zombie wave appears during escape | Fall back, use cover, then throw a grenade | Spending all grenades before the final wave |
| Key is located on another floor | Mark the route mentally and clear enemies while moving | Searching randomly and losing time |
| Mission item is picked up | Keep it equipped or secured until extraction | Dropping it after the objective updates |
| Squad member calls extraction | Move toward the helicopter together | Arriving late or leaving the objective carrier behind |
| Repeat attempt | Farm the item only if needed, not for full XP | Expecting the first-clear reward again |
Some missions have strict conditions. Solo objectives may require a private server, while other missions become easier when teammates cover the carrier and extraction route. Read the objective text before deploying.
Reward farming checklist
A focused collection run should begin with the tablet, not with random map travel. Confirm which items remain unlocked, then choose a mission chain that matches your available equipment and squad size.
Before extracting with a reward:
- Confirm the mission and prerequisite in the UNS New York tablet
- Bring ammunition, healing supplies, and at least one emergency grenade
- Keep every file, server, container, key, or hard drive required by the objective
- Clear the return route before calling or boarding extraction
- Verify mission completion before leaving the deployment
The table below provides a practical collection order based on the documented reward missions. It is not a mandatory progression order because prerequisites and mission availability can change.
| Collection stage | Suggested target | Why it fits |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown Caller | Outdoor search with a clear cosmetic reward |
| 2 | Up For Some Gaming? | Follows Unknown Caller and adds the floral gaiter |
| 3 | Keeping the Lights On | Rewards the Mercury II patch after server and photo objectives |
| 4 | Trail to a Cure | Adds the OKP-7 optic through a hospital retrieval |
| 5 | The Deep End, Part 2 | High-risk sewer mission with the FM-12 red lens |
| 6 | The Deep End, Part 3 | Rewards the Operator 1911 after an ambush |
| 7 | Wetwork, Part 5 | Long hospital-to-sewer route for the Python .357 |
| 8 | Research Fellow, Part 2 | Site B file retrieval for the M50 custom gas mask |
| 9 | The Factors, Part 2 | Ambush-focused route for the flannel shirt |
Collect cosmetic items first if you want quick progress. Save the sewer and Site B missions for a deployment where your ammunition, healing items, and extraction plan are already prepared.
Blackhawk Rescue Mission 5 zombies rewards FAQ
Q: How do I receive Blackhawk Rescue Mission 5 zombies rewards?
Complete the mission objectives, retain any required objective items, and finish a valid extraction. The reward is generally granted after the mission recognizes the completed exfiltration.
Q: Which Zombies missions reward unique weapons?
The documented reward list includes the Operator 1911 .45 Auto from The Deep End, Part 3 and the Python .357 revolver from Wetwork, Part 5.
Q: Are the aviators and Christmas hat the same type of reward?
No. The aviators are described as a mission-exclusive reward from Unknown Caller. The Christmas hat is seasonal and is not treated as a standard mission reward.
Q: Do repeat missions give the same Credits and EXP?
Repeat attempts provide reduced Credits and EXP, with a maximum repeat reward of 1,000 Credits and 1,000 EXP. Operator Tokens are not awarded again.
Mission availability, names, and reward details can change with later updates. Use the in-game tablet alongside the Zombies mission reference when planning a new run.