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When Can You Do Operation Chaos in Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War?

The side mission Operation Chaos in Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War becomes available after completing the main mission, ‘Fracture Jaw’. Once ‘Fracture Jaw’ is finished, you’ll find Operation Chaos appearing on the evidence board alongside another side mission, Operation Red Circus. However, accessing Operation Chaos isn’t as simple as just selecting it. You need to gather specific evidence and decrypt a floppy disk before you can fully engage with the mission and achieve the desired outcome.

Operation Chaos: Unlocking the Mission

The appearance of Operation Chaos on your evidence board signifies that you can begin your journey. However, there are a few key steps involved before you can dive into this unique side mission:

Evidence Collection

The most crucial aspect of starting Operation Chaos is finding three pieces of evidence scattered throughout the main campaign missions. These are not given to you; you must actively search for them. Here’s a breakdown of where you can find them:

Nowhere to Run Mission: After you have apprehended Quasim, you must interrogate him instead of throwing him over the edge. This is not a difficult step but is a very vital one. You’ll receive a piece of evidence from him during the interrogation.
Redlight, Greenlight Mission: During the replica USA street fight, you must photograph the map on the wall inside one of the buildings. This is crucial, as the map acts as a vital piece of the puzzle. The map is very small, so pay attention.
Brick in the Wall Mission: During the mission, you will come across a room that contains a newspaper. You must pick up this newspaper as it contains crucial information necessary to complete the task.

Decrypting the Floppy Disk

Once you have all three pieces of evidence, you can return to your safehouse. Here, you’ll need to review them to solve a puzzle and decrypt a floppy disk. Decrypting the disk unlocks the location of the Operation Chaos mission. Without the decryption process, you can still attempt Operation Chaos, but the outcome will be different and less rewarding. The process of decrypting the floppy disk is a key aspect that is specific to Operation Chaos and requires you to connect the information between the documents to create a password for the floppy.

Initiating the Mission

Once the floppy disk is decrypted, the game will give you the location of the Operation Chaos side mission, and you can start your mission to find Robert Aldrich.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Operation Chaos

Here are 15 frequently asked questions about Operation Chaos, designed to provide a deeper understanding of this intriguing side mission:

1. Is Operation Chaos a Side Mission?

Yes, Operation Chaos is an optional side mission in Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War. It’s not part of the main story progression but offers a unique narrative path and gameplay experience.

2. What is the Objective of Operation Chaos?

The primary objective of Operation Chaos is to locate and eliminate Robert Aldrich, a former CIA officer who has turned to assisting the Soviets in establishing a spy network within the US. Depending on player choices, he can also be left alive.

3. Do I Need to Decrypt the Floppy Disk to Play Operation Chaos?

While you can technically play Operation Chaos without decrypting the floppy disk, it is not advised. The decryption is what provides specific information about Aldrich and his location. Skipping this step means missing out on the complete narrative experience and will alter the end result. You will not receive the “correct” ending.

4. What Happens If I Don’t Do Side Missions in Cold War?

The side missions in Cold War are referenced in the ending but do not influence the main plot progression. Regardless of whether you complete them or not, the ending will mention them but won’t be affected by the outcomes. So, if you are hoping to get a different main story ending, that is not going to happen.

5. What’s the Relationship Between Operation Chaos and Operation Red Circus?

Both Operation Chaos and Operation Red Circus are side missions that appear on the evidence board after completing the ‘Fracture Jaw’ mission. They offer distinct objectives and stories, allowing players to delve deeper into the Cold War narrative. They don’t cross each other, but they are available at the same time.

6. How Do I Decrypt the Floppy Disk?

Decrypting the floppy disk involves reviewing the collected evidence and solving a puzzle in your safehouse. You will have to look for key pieces of information from the 3 collected pieces of evidence to determine the code required to unlock the floppy disk. The game will guide you through the process once all evidence is found.

7. Can I Capture Aldrich Alive in Operation Chaos?

Yes, the player has the choice to either eliminate or spare Robert Aldrich. This decision impacts the narrative outcome of the Operation Chaos mission and the ending.

8. What are the Consequences of My Choices in Operation Chaos?

Choosing to eliminate or capture Aldrich impacts the game’s narrative and ending. The consequences are more of a narrative change rather than having drastic impacts on gameplay.

9. Where is the Evidence in ‘Redlight, Greenlight’?

The evidence in the ‘Redlight, Greenlight’ mission is obtained by photographing the map on the wall inside one of the buildings during the mock US street fight.

10. Is It Possible to Decrypt the Message Without the Key?

While technically possible, decrypting the message without the key would require significant resources and expertise. The game requires you to find the key.

11. Who is the Bearded Lady in Operation Red Circus?

The “Bearded Lady” is a code name for Jim Kreeger in Operation Red Circus. He was identified through date and location records found using collected evidence.

12. How Do I Choose the Spies in Operation Red Circus?

Operation Red Circus requires the player to identify specific agents, The game gives you a list of suspects and you must use collected evidence to match the people to locations and dates on the suspects list. The evidence that shows the information is the watch.

13. Who is the CIA Traitor in Cold War?

Robert Aldrich is a fictional character within the game’s narrative, while the game is based on the real life case of Aldrich Hazen Ames, a real CIA double agent who spied for the Soviet Union and Russia.

14. In What Order Should I Play Cold War Missions?

The game has a branching story, but the side missions can be done in any order you choose, and they have little to no impact on the main story. After the ‘Fracture Jaw’ mission, Operation Chaos and Operation Red Circus will appear, and from there you can choose which one you want to play first. The main campaign will also have branching options that will determine what missions you play next.

15. How Does Operation Chaos Affect the Ending?

While Operation Chaos and other side missions are referenced in the ending, they don’t drastically alter the main storyline conclusion. Instead, they add depth and context to the game’s overall narrative and give closure for those secondary missions.

By understanding these aspects of Operation Chaos, players can fully engage with this unique side mission and make the most of their Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War experience.

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