How to Farm Essence

Essence is used to buy weapons and unlock areas in Call of Duty Black Ops 6 (BO6) Zombies. This guide will show you the fastest ways to farm Essence and where to use it effectively in the game.

How to Farm Salvage

Kill Zombie Hordes

Essence is earned by simply killing zombies, so the fastest way of farming them is to eliminate hordes of zombies as quickly as you can.

Try to be efficient when clearing zombie waves by aiming for headshots and using explosives against.

Activate Rampage Inducer

To boost Essence farming while amping up the challenge, activate the Rampage Inducer in the starting area to increase zombie spawn rates. Though not the most efficient method for Essence farming, this option is great for players seeking an adrenaline rush while earning extra Essence.

Obtain Bonus Points Powerup

Bonus Points

Powerups give you and your teammates temporary bonus effects. The Bonus Points Powerup grants everyone extra Essence. You can find these Powerups as glowing green items on the ground after killing zombies, so keep an eye out!

List of All Zombies Powerups

What is Essence?

Essence is Zombies's Main Currency

Essence is the basic in-game currency in Zombies mode that is used to purchase numerous things like weapons, upgrades, and unlock new pathways to ensure your survival and progressing through each map’s quest.

Purchase Weapons and Perk Upgrades

As mentioned, you can use Essence to buy wall-buy weapons and upgrades from Perk-a-Colas and GobbleGum Machines. Spend your Essence wisely based on what will benefit your team the most.

Black Ops 6 (BO6) Related Guides

Zombies Guide: Everything You Need to Know

All Zombies Mode Guides