
Setting your console to offline will allow you to play the game campaign without the need for an Xbox Live Gold subscription. A Zombies map (four if you purchase a season pass) can be substituted for a solo mode by a bot. It is still necessary to have an Xbox Live gold membership in order to play online with friends.


For multiplayer aspects of paid games such as Cold War and Vanguard, Xbox Live Gold will still be required at times. A free PlayStation Plus membership allows you to play any game for free. Certain features of PlayStation titles, such as Cold War and Vanguard, are also available through Xbox Live gold. To play Call of Duty: Zombies online, you do not need an Xbox Live Gold or PlayStation Plus account, but you do require them. It also provides access to exclusive content, such as new maps and game mode.

Xbox Live provides access to multiplayer gaming, allowing you to team up with other players to take on the zombie hordes. However, you will not be able to unlock the full potential of the game without being connected to the online service. Yes, you can play Call of Duty Zombies without Xbox Live.
