I Ran Warzone 2 DMZ Night Operation in 2026: A White Lotus Guide

I dropped back into Warzone 2 DMZ in 2026, and Night Operation still feels like a perfect time capsule of what made the mode special. It is a Tier 2 White Lotus faction mission from Season 4, and it asks for three simple but specific objectives: take the 2 IR Beacons from the Al Sharim Pass Dead Drop, plant one at the north tower in the A.M. City construction zone, and plant another at the south tower. I remember completing this mission years ago, but replaying it now reminded me that DMZ missions were less about raw combat and more about map knowledge, timing, and reading the environment. If you are returning to Al Mazrah in 2026, or if you are a newer player exploring legacy content, here is how I finished Night Operation without wasting a deployment.

Why Night Operation Still Matters in 2026

Warzone 2 DMZ is no longer the live-service priority it was during Season 4, but its mission structure has aged well. Night Operation is a good example. It follows a similar loop to the Black Mous story mission Look Out, and it rewards players with a Contraband RAAL MG and 7,500 XP. For anyone chasing old White Lotus progression, Insured Slots, or simply the satisfaction of clearing a faction tier, this mission is worth the trip.

The mission also teaches a useful DMZ lesson: your biggest enemy is not always another operator. It is the clock, the gas, and the small details in the map. I found that out again when I tried to rush the beacons and nearly got caught between the A.M. City towers with a closing circle.

Night Operation Objectives at a Glance

Objective	Location	What I Did
1	Al Sharim Pass Dead Drop	Took the 2 IR Beacons from the dumpster
2	North tower, A.M. City construction zone	Planted one IR Beacon after dropping down a level
3	South tower, A.M. City construction zone	Planted the second IR Beacon at the top

Reward: Contraband RAAL MG + 7,500 XP

Step 1: Taking the 2 IR Beacons from the Al Sharim Pass Dead Drop

The first objective is the easiest if you know where to look. I deployed near Al Sharim Pass and made my way to the south side of the hilltop. The Dead Drop is hidden between two buildings, exactly as the mission describes. If you completed Substantial Findings, you have already visited this dumpster to retrieve one of two tracking devices, so the location should feel familiar.

I opened the dumpster and grabbed both IR Beacons. There is no need to fight unless another squad has the same idea. My advice: clear the immediate area, check your six, and move out quickly. Al Sharim Pass can be a magnet for snipers and players rotating toward the city.

Step 2: Planting the First Beacon at the North Tower

With both beacons in my backpack, I headed to the A.M. City construction zone. The area sits far south of Al Mazrah City, between the city and the Mawizeh Marshlands. There are two towers here, and each one can be accessed through an elevator shaft at its base. I recommend approaching from the north or east, using the construction materials as cover.

For the second objective, I entered the northern tower and took the elevator shaft up. When I exited, I dropped down one level. That is where the first beacon goes. The placement prompt appeared without much trouble, and the objective ticked off immediately. I did not linger, because the tower can become a trap if another team hears the elevator.

Step 3: Planting the Second Beacon at the South Tower

The third objective sends you to the southern tower. I moved across the construction zone carefully, using the scaffolding and unfinished floors as visual blockers. At the base of the south tower, I used the elevator shaft again to propel myself upward. From there, I climbed to the top using the scaffolding units as leverage. It is a bit of a platforming detour, but it is not difficult once you see the route.

At the top, I placed the second IR Beacon. That completed Night Operation. The mission wrapped up cleanly, and I extracted with the Contraband RAAL MG reward waiting for me. If you are doing this in 2026, remember that the DMZ economy and player behavior have changed, but the mission logic has not. Bring a close-range weapon for tower interiors, a ranged option for the open construction yard, and plenty of plates.

Rewards and Final Tips

Night Operation gives 7,500 XP and a Contraband RAAL MG. In 2026, that may not shake up the meta, but for completionists it is still a meaningful checkmark. I also appreciate how the mission forces you to learn two distinct POIs: Al Sharim Pass and the A.M. City construction zone. Those locations show up in other White Lotus and Black Mous missions, so the knowledge carries over.

Here is my quick checklist:

• 🎯 Grab both IR Beacons from the Al Sharim Pass Dead Drop.

• 🏗️ Plant the first beacon one level below the north tower elevator exit.

• 🧗 Use the south tower elevator shaft, then climb the scaffolding to the top.

• 🚁 Extract quickly; the construction zone attracts third parties.

• 🧠 Do not rush the elevator rides if you hear nearby gunfire.

If you are working through the Season 4 White Lotus tier in 2026, Night Operation is a straightforward but memorable stop. It is not the hardest DMZ mission, and it is not the flashiest, but it captures the mode's best rhythm: a quiet infiltration, a risky climb, and a clean extraction. I will probably run it again just to help a friend unlock the RAAL MG.