Summary
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3andWarzonereceived the massive Season 4 Reloaded Update today, adding new game modes, weapons, and a plethora of other content to the game. Fans have been eagerly looking forward to the update, with many excited about the Zombie content being added toCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 3.
The past few weeks have been eventful forCall of Dutyfans. WhileCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 3andWarzonereceived the highly anticipated Season 4 update earlier this month, the next game in the franchise was also revealed in full at the Xbox Games Showcase. As fans wait for therelease ofCall of Duty: Black Ops 6, Sledgehammer Games and Infinity Ward are bringing a slew of major changes toCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 3andWarzone.
In a new blog post, Activision revealed the patch notes for theCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 3andWarzoneSeason 4 Reloaded update. Two new weapons, the Reclaimer 18 Shotgun and the Sledgehammer, are being added, along with the JAK Volkh and JAK Gunslingeraftermarket parts inCall of Duty Modern Warfare 3andWarzone. There is a new Mutation mode as well, which eliminates all Tacticals and Lethals from ground loot, with players instead having to collect DNA to gain perks.Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Zombiesis getting a new Unstable Rifts feature, which will allow players to take part in a wave-based combat challenge, granting a cooldown reset on all insured weapons and schematics as a reward.
The patch is set to shake up theCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 3andWarzoneSeason 4 metasignificantly, as several weapons have been noticeably tweaked. The recently added Kar98k, which managed to dethrone the popular MORS sniper, has been significantly nerfed, reducing its maximum damage range and bullet velocity. Moreover, the controversial controller aim assist has also been tweaked.
Several popular weapons that dominated the meta in previous seasons have also been buffed, so some players can look forward to using their old favorites. PopularCall of Duty: WarzoneSMGs such as the FJX Horus, Striker, and Rival-9 have been buffed, alongside the MTZ 762, MCW, Holger 556, and MTZ 556 rifles. With new weapons also joining the fray, it will be interesting to see how gameplay evolves after thisCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 3&Warzonemid-season update.
NEW MAPS
Incline (6v6)
Explore a research outpost in the mountains of Urzikstan in Incline, an original snow map featuring intense fights in hostile weather.
Das Gross (6v6)
In this horrifying map variant of Das Haus, blood drips from the walls, and sharp, pointed teeth protrude from exposed muscle.
Bitvela (6v6)
Visit a pixel-art-inspired variant of the classic Favela in the Bit Party Playlist.
G3T_H1GH3R
Get High returns with a new course full of obstacles and surprises. Unlock three new Weapon Camos, collect coins, and uncover secrets along the race to the top! How high can you get?
NEW WEAPONS
Reclaimer 18 (Shotgun)
A tactical shotgun that can be fired in both pump-action and semi-auto modes. Pump-action provides superior range while semi-auto increases fire rate. Unlock it via the Battle Pass.
Sledgehammer (Melee)
Smash the competition into the dirt with this sledgehammer melee weapon. Unlock it via the Week 5 Challenges.
NEW AFTERMARKET PARTS
Look for new Aftermarket Parts to arrive via Weekly Challenges, alongside the Sledgehammer Melee Weapon, and Seasonal Blueprint and Camo rewards.
JAK Volkh (KV Inhibitor & KVD Enforcer | Week 6)
A meticulously crafted stock and receiver modification that updates the weapon to fire a two-round burst at minimal MOA dispersion, making every trigger pull count.
JAK Gunslinger (Basilisk | Week 7)
A frame and cylinder conversion that allows the revolver to hold eight rounds of .357 ammunition with an exceptional increase to rate of fire and a near instantaneous trigger action.
NEW MODES
Mutation
Take turns playing as a team of humans or mutants in a moshpit of modes. Mutants possess a series of unique abilities that can stun, disorientate, and eliminate enemy humans. Switch sides at halftime.
Bit Party
Kill the enemy to make your head bigger! Kill enemies with big heads to earn more points for your team.
Havoc
Experience a variety of wacky modifiers. First team to reach the score limit wins.
Headshots only. No melee.
Blueprint Gunfight
Small team, multi-round cage matches, now with Blueprints. First team to reach the round-win limit wins.
NEW EVENTS
Altered Strain (6/26-7/24)
The strain has mutated! Collect altered DNA samples from fallen foes and caches to earn rewards and unlock effects for Mutation.
Retro Warfare (6/26-7/3)
Press start to begin this 8-bit event! Earn XP to unlock rewards.
Vacation Squad (7/3-7/10)
The beach is calling and the Task Force is on vacation. Complete event challenges to earn tropical rewards.
Vortex: Death’s Grip (7/10-7/24)
Death’s grasp has taken over the Vortex. Complete challenges to unlock ghastly rewards.
CUSTOMIZATION
Grand Mastery Calling Cards and Emblems
In Season 4 Reloaded, we’re introducing new Calling Cards and Emblem rewards for players who’ve completed a Grand Mastery grind in Modern Warfare III. Players who’ve reached these accomplishments before this update will be granted their respective items in the coming days.
The Grand Mastery rewards breakdown is as follows…
Marksman Rifles
Controller aim assist properties of the Kar98k are now aligned with the Sniper Rifle class.
ZOMBIES
NEW CONTENT: UNSTABLE RIFTS
Get ready for a new wave-based combat challenge: Unstable Rifts. When you enter an Unstable Rift, you’ll face increasingly intense waves of enemies. Win and the cooldown will reset on all your insured weapons and schematics, letting you enter the next match fully equipped. If you miss the chance to join a Rift, Strike Team Operators can locate additional opportunities on the map.
Beware, Unstable Rifts are unpredictable. Some things work differently; some advantages are given, and others taken away. However, the loot is worth it: a maxed-out Pack-A-Punch weapon with maximum Rarity to use while in the Rift, plus free Perks and Upgrades to help you face the hordes.
MTZ 556
MTZ 762
HCR 56
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2023)
WHERE TO PLAY
The war has changed. Call of Duty returns with an all-new campaign, modernized versions of classic Multiplayer maps and an open-world PvE Zombies experience. The campaign, a direct sequel to the record-breaking Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II, sees Captain Price and Task Force 141 face off against ultranationalist war criminal Vladimir Makarov as he extends his grasp across the world. In Multiplayer, the 16 maps that launched with Modern Warfare 2 in 2009 return with upgraded graphics, new modes and innovative gameplay features. In Modern Warfare Zombies, team up with other squads for the first time ever as you work together to survive in the largest Zombies map yet
