You’re running circles around the gas station in Liberty Falls, the round counter is ticking into the twenties, and your pack-a-punched pistol is starting to feel like a water gun. We've all been there. You need the big guns. Specifically, you need the Thrustodyne Model 23—better known as the Jet Gun.
It’s a beast. Honestly, it’s the centerpiece of the map. But Treyarch didn’t make it easy to grab. Unlike some previous maps where you just hit a box and pray to the RNG gods, getting the jet gun in Liberty Falls requires a scavenger hunt across a town that’s literally falling apart.
The Water Pressure Problem at the Flower Shop
First thing’s first. You need to head over to the Lily’s Flower Pot shop. It’s near the spawn area, right by the barrier you probably cleared in the first three minutes. Look for a literal hole in the wall. You aren't looking for flowers; you're looking for a valve.
Grab that valve. Now, run toward the Liberty Lanes bowling alley. On the exterior wall, there’s a panel. Shove that valve in and start holding the interact button. Here is where people mess up: you have to manage the pressure. If you just hold it down, the needle hits the red, and you get pushed back. You have to tap it. Keep that needle in the white zone until the meter fills up. Zombies will be chewing on your ankles the whole time, so bring a friend or a Decoy Grenade. Once it’s done, the Water Pressure Valve is yours.
The Cemetery and the Groundkeeper
Next stop is the graveyard. It’s uphill, gloomy, and full of things that want to eat you. Look for a guy named the Groundkeeper. He isn’t a normal zombie; he’s wearing a distinct outfit and usually spawns near the shed or the back gate. Kill him. He drops the Toolshed Key.
Take that key to the actual toolshed located at the very edge of the cemetery grounds. Inside, sitting on a workbench, is the Handbrake. It’s a small part, easy to miss if you’re rushing. Just grab it and move on. No fancy puzzles here, just a dead man's key.
The Most Annoying Part: The Radio House
Now you need the Electrical Wires. This part is a bit of a trek. You need to head to the Riverside area, specifically near the white house that looks like it’s seen better days. You'll notice a bunch of electrical equipment and radio towers nearby.
You need a Mangler Cannon for this. You can either wait for a Mangler to spawn and blow its arm off—then pick up the dropped cannon—or you can buy one from a Crafting Table if you have the salvage. Go to the front door of the radio house and blast it with the Mangler Cannon. The door will fly open. Inside, rummage through the piles of trash on the floor. The wires are tucked away in one of those piles. It’s messy. It’s tedious. But it’s necessary.
Putting the Thrustodyne Together
You have the valve. You have the handbrake. You have the wires. Now what?
Go to the Motel. Specifically, go to the second floor, Room 202. This is the "Motor Lodge" section of the map. Inside that room, there is a workbench. This is where the magic happens. Interact with the bench, and you will finally assemble the Jet Gun.
It feels heavy. It sounds like a jet engine (obviously). And it absolutely shreds.
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How to Actually Use the Jet Gun Without Dying
Most people get the weapon and immediately overheat it. Don't do that. The Jet Gun has two modes. The primary fire sucks zombies into the turbine and grinds them into literal paste. It’s great for clearing a path. The secondary fire is an atmospheric blast that pushes everything back.
The trick is the gauge. If you let it hit 100, the gun breaks—sort of. It enters a long cooling phase where you are totally defenseless. You want to pulse the trigger. Suck in a group, let go, let the percentage drop, then suck in another group.
- Pro Tip: Use the Jet Gun to suck up the crafting parts for the LTG device later in the Easter Egg. It’s not just a weapon; it’s a utility tool.
- The "Vulture" Strategy: If you're trapped in a corner, don't just hold the fire button. Use the blast to create space, then sprint out.
- Maintenance: You don't buy ammo for this. It recharges over time. This makes it the perfect "oh crap" button when your primary weapon runs dry.
What Most Players Get Wrong
The biggest misconception is that you can only get it through the quest. While the quest is the guaranteed way, the Jet Gun can technically show up in the Mystery Box or as a reward from S.A.M. Trials. However, the drop rate is abysmal. If you're serious about a high-round run or finishing the main quest, relying on the box is a loser's game. Just do the steps. It takes about ten minutes once you know the route.
Another mistake is the Mangler door. I've seen so many players waste grenades or killstreaks trying to open that radio house door. Only the Mangler Cannon works. If you accidentally kill the Mangler before shooting his arm off, you're stuck waiting for the next one to spawn. Be surgical. Aim for the arm cannon, wait for the yellow glow, then pop it.
Actionable Next Steps for Your Run
Once you have the Jet Gun, your priority changes. You are no longer just surviving; you are managing a resource.
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- Upgrade your Perks: Stamin-Up is non-negotiable. The Jet Gun slows your movement slightly when firing, so you need that extra sprint speed to stay ahead of the horde.
- Clear the Roofs: Use the Jet Gun to clear the zombies that jump across the rooftops in the town center. It’s much more efficient than using bullets.
- Start the Easter Egg: Now that you have the Thrustodyne, head to the church. You'll need the vacuum function to interact with the canisters held by the machinery inside.
The Jet Gun is the heart of Liberty Falls. It’s messy, loud, and a bit temperamental, but it’s the difference between hitting round 15 and hitting round 50. Get your parts, watch your heat gauge, and stay out of the red.