Warzone 2 DMZ: How To Complete Crown's Eye Mission

The sun had barely risen over Al Mazrah when the call came through. A new Tier 3 mission for the Crown faction, codenamed Crown's Eye, demanded a level of precision that few operators could muster. The objective was simple on paper: infiltrate Building 21, plant a Tactical Camera in the Core Room, and extract in the same deployment. But Building 21 was a hornet's nest of Shadow Company soldiers and rival squads, all fighting for the same precious loot. The reward—a Double XP Token and 10,000 XP—was tempting, but the risks were immense.

Before any operator could even dream of stepping into Building 21, they needed two essential items. The first was a DRC Building 21 Access Card, a rare keycard that granted entry to the clandestine research facility. The second was a Tactical Camera, which had to be equipped in the Field Upgrade slot. Without both, the mission was dead in the water. Once equipped, the operator could deploy into the dark, narrow corridors of Building 21.

The facility was a three-story labyrinth, but the Core Room was on the top floor. Unfortunately, the third floor was sealed off until the match timer reached 11 minutes. Until then, operators had to survive the chaos of the lower levels, where Shadow Company patrols and enemy players clashed in brutal close-quarters combat. Every corner could hide a threat, and every gunshot attracted attention.

When the security locks finally disengaged, a new phase began. The operator had to navigate to the center of the third floor, where a series of blue double doors awaited. One of these doors sat to the right of the B stairwell, leading into a network of lab rooms. These rooms were filled with computer terminals and scientific equipment, but they all converged on a central chamber. On the far side of that chamber, another set of double doors bore the letters DRC. Beyond them, a corridor stretched forward, ending at an identical pair of doors. That was the entrance to the Core Room.

Inside the Core Room, Shadow Company soldiers stood guard. They were well-armed and highly alert. The operator had to eliminate them quickly, using grenades, silenced weapons, or sheer aggression. Once the room was clear, the Tactical Camera could be deployed anywhere within the room. A simple press of a button, and the first objective was complete. But the mission was far from over.

Extraction from Building 21 was a unique challenge. Unlike Al Mazrah or Ashika Island, Building 21 had a fixed exfil window. It typically opened when the match timer hit 7 minutes. At that moment, exfil zones appeared on the screen, and the race was on. The nearest exfil point was usually an elevator. The operator had to call it and then defend the area from waves of enemies until the doors opened. Once inside, they had to wait for the doors to close. Only then would the extraction be successful.

The Crown's Eye mission was a test of patience, map knowledge, and combat skill. Many operators failed, caught between Shadow Company bullets and the ticking clock. But those who succeeded walked away with a Double XP Token and 10,000 XP, plus the satisfaction of completing one of the Crown faction's toughest Tier 3 challenges.

Mission Checklist

For those who prefer a step-by-step breakdown, here is a handy checklist:

• [ ] Obtain a DRC Building 21 Access Card

• [ ] Equip a Tactical Camera in the Field Upgrade slot

• [ ] Deploy into Building 21

• [ ] Survive until the security locks deactivate (11 minutes)

• [ ] Head to the third floor and find the Core Room

• [ ] Clear all Shadow Company soldiers in the Core Room

• [ ] Deploy the Tactical Camera inside the Core Room

• [ ] Wait for the exfil window (7 minutes)

• [ ] Call the elevator and defend it

• [ ] Exfil successfully

Tips for Success

• 🎯 Bring a Suppressor: Staying quiet helps avoid attracting unnecessary attention.

• 🛡️ Use Lethal Equipment: Grenades and mines can clear rooms quickly.

• 👥 Squad Up: A coordinated team makes the Core Room fight much easier.

• ⏱️ Watch the Clock: The 11-minute and 7-minute marks are critical. Plan around them.

• 📸 Place the Camera Immediately: Don't wait—deploy it as soon as the room is clear.

With these strategies, any operator can conquer the Crown's Eye mission and claim their reward. But remember, Building 21 shows no mercy. Good luck.

Key findings are referenced from Game Developer, and they align well with why missions like Crown’s Eye feel so punishing in Building 21: tight, vertical layouts and timed access gates naturally amplify player conflict, forcing squads to make hard tradeoffs between stealth, speed, and resource conservation. In practice, treating the 11-minute third-floor unlock and the 7-minute exfil window as “phase changes” helps you plan rotations, hold power positions, and avoid unnecessary fights until the moment you must commit to the Core Room and extraction.