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Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare III

Platform(s): PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
Genre: First-Person Shooter
Publisher: Activision
Developer: Sledgehammer Games
Release Date: Nov. 10, 2023

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'Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare III' Season 5 BlackCell Begins Tomorrow, Coincides With Game Pass Debut - Trailer

by Rainier on July 23, 2024 @ 4:48 p.m. PDT

A direct sequel to Modern Warfare ll, Captain Price and Task Force 141 must adapt or die in a fight against the ultimate threat in Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare III.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III is the direct sequel to the record-breaking Call of Duty: Modern Warfare ll. Players will experience a rich and immersive campaign with unprecedented player choice, picking up directly after Modern Warfare ll, all-new open world Zombies set on the largest Call of Duty Zombies map ever, and one of the greatest collections of Modern Warfare multiplayer maps ever assembled – both fan favorites and all new ones.

Get ready for an all-new Campaign that continues the story immediately following the events of Modern Warfare II. Lead developer Sledgehammer Games, in partnership with Infinity Ward is set to deliver a full Campaign of action-packed operations ranging from signature, cinematic experiences to free-form Open Combat Missions, resulting in more player choice than ever before.

Expect a world-class Multiplayer experience celebrating the Modern Warfare series’ greatest legacies; all 16 launch maps from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (2009) have been modernized with new modes and gameplay features and will be available at launch to get everyone started, while over 12 all-new core 6v6 maps will fuel post-launch live seasons.

For the first time, team up with other squads to survive and fight massive hordes of the undead in the largest Call of Duty Zombies map ever. Modern Warfare Zombies (MWZ) tells a new Zombies story from developer Treyarch, with missions, core Zombies features, and a host of secrets to discover.

In the direct sequel to Modern Warfare II, Captain Price, and Task Force 141 face off against the ultimate threat. The ultranationalist Vladimir Makarov is extending his grasp across the world, causing Task Force 141 to fight like never before.

Combat means making decisions; using different Loadouts and planning different paths through every operation across an involved and thrilling Campaign. In addition to the signature, cinematic Call of Duty missions, Modern Warfare III introduces Open Combat Missions, with even greater emphasis on player choice. Naturally, you’ll have the use of all the weapons, equipment, and tactics present in an action-packed Modern Warfare single-player experience, but for some of your engagements, it is completely up to you to decide on an appropriate course of action.

Open Combat Missions (OCMs) are an exciting innovation to the Call of Duty Campaign. Not only do these complement the cinematic missions you’ve come to expect, but they also provide you with numerous additional choices regarding your methods of mission completion. For example, if you prefer to use stealth techniques, you may wish to undertake an OCM with a lights-out approach, using night-vision goggles and suppressed weapons and complete your objectives without your adversaries knowing you were even there. However, if loud explosions and reckless abandon are part of your repertoire, strap extra armor plates onto your torso and hit those targets head-on!

Feel free to take advantage of any operable vehicles within your area of operations. You’re able to experiment with and leverage tactical and lethal equipment. You have the flexibility to maneuver across the sizable landscape of a mission’s AO and approach objectives from multiple angles. You can truly play how you want to play, and Open Combat Missions will support it.

We are just one day from Season 5 dropping in to Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, Call of Duty: Warzone, and Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile! In addition to a ton of new content, such as two new Core 6v6 maps, new modes, the final story mission for Zombies, Superstore's debut in Urzikstan, WWE stars as Operators, as well as new content for Warzone Mobile, Season 5 brings an all new Battle Pass, BlackCell offering and Store Bundles.

BlackCell:

Terrify your enemies as the ghostly Reckoner Operator Skin, complete with a new “Judge, Jury, and Finisher” Finishing Move. Those who purchase BlackCell will receive full access to the Season 5 Battle Pass, along with 1,100 COD Points, 20 Battle Token Tier Skips, and earnable BlackCell-alternate content including 7 Tracer Weapon Blueprints and 11 animated Operator Skins.

Battle Pass:

Fans who purchase the Battle Pass will instantly unlock Valeria and WWE star Rhea "Mami" Ripley Operators, two new functional Weapons, new Weapon Blueprints, and much more.

Store Bundles:

  • Tracer Pack: WWE — Cody Rhodes Operator Bundle comes with the “American Nightmare” Operator Skin plus two stars and stripes-themed Weapon Blueprints with tracers, the “Nightmarish Precision” Marksman Rifle and “The American Nightmare Arsenal” Superi SMG.
  • Tracer Pack: WWE — Rey Mysterio Operator Bundle includes “The Ultimate Underdog” Operator Skin and two red and black Weapon Blueprints with “619” Tracers and the “LWD” Death Effect. The “Masked Mayhem” M16 Assault Rifle includes an Aftermarket Part alongside the “Defy Expectations” WSP Swarm SMG set in akimbo with drum magazines.
  • Tracer Pack: Toon Force 141 includes cel-shaded Operator Skins for Price, Ghost, Gaz, and Soap. Never to leave home without new armaments, Toon Force 141 is bringing two new cel-shaded Weapon Blueprints along for the ride, the “Shady Shotty” Reclaimer 18 Shotgun and the “Arid Shade” HRM-9 SMG.
  • and many more!

BRAWL FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP IN THE SEASON 5 BATTLE PASS!

Operators must face off and eliminate all threats to muscle their way to the championship. Gear up for brutal battles ahead with the Season 5 Battle Pass, BlackCell, and Store content arriving in Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® IIICall of Duty: Warzone™, and Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile.

The Season 5 Battle Pass introduces over 100 rewards, including new Operator Skins, Weapon Blueprints, base weapons, and more. Purchase the premium Battle Pass to earn up to 1,400 COD Points as you progress through the Sectors, or purchase BlackCell for the ultimate seasonal experience including a variety of electric Operator Skins, Weapon Blueprints, COD Points, and other rewards.

Continue for a detailed overview of all the epic content arriving in Season 5, starting with BlackCell’s premium offering.

BLACKCELL SEASON 5

Terrify your enemies as the ghostly Reckoner leading Season 5’s BlackCell offerings alongside a variety of BlackCell Operator Skins, Weapon Blueprints, and more found throughout the Battle Pass.

Upgrade Your Battle Pass Experience: Purchase BlackCell for full access to the Season 5 Battle Pass along with 1,100 COD Points, 20 Battle Token Tier Skips (25 on PlayStation®), and earnable BlackCell-alternate content including 7 Tracer Weapon Blueprints and 11 animated Operator Skins.

BLACKCELL SECTOR: OVERVIEW

Purchase BlackCell to enter the Battle Pass map via an exclusive Sector. This Sector immediately rewards 1,100 COD Points, the “Reckoner” Operator, and the following:

Dish out kingly judgement with the “Long Live the King” SMG and the “Malleus” Sledgehammer. A spear, sword, and hammer circle the barrel of the SMG featuring Inquisitor Tracers, while glyphs stream down the length of the hammer imbued with Inquisitor Impact. An eerie smoke emanates from the weapons, and each one inflicts the “Divine Enforcement” Death Effect on defeated foes.

Instantly access the “Judge, Jury, and Finisher” Finishing Move whereby your Operator settles the matter for good using extrajudicial means. Other BlackCell items are unlockable throughout the Season 5 Battle Pass. These include 11 alternate BlackCell Operator Skins and 7 animated Weapon Blueprints.

BlackCell Operator Skins confirmed: Valeria (x2), Mami (x2), Bantam, Byline, Enigma, Price, Hammer, Ivan, Jet

Players who upgrade to BlackCell after purchasing the Battle Pass will also receive 1,100 COD Points back.

HAUNT YOUR ENEMIES AS BLACKCELL’S RECKONER

The veiled Reckoner reveals its ghastly inner presence as an animated Operator sparking with the energy of transformation. Reckoner joins KorTac as a menacing new presence, his penchant for retribution displayed in the “Judge, Jury, and Finisher” Finishing Move.

Reckoner is joined by a cast of animated BlackCell Operators imbued with a similar electric effect and geared up in intricate black and yellow tactical gear.

PURCHASE THE BATTLE PASS: INSTANTLY UNLOCK VALERIA, RHEA “MAMI” RIPLEY

Whether you purchase the BlackCell offering or the premium Battle Pass for 1,100 COD Points, the Instant Reward Sector becomes available, including a new Skin for Valeria plus the new Mami Operator.

Roving Adventure (SpecGru, Battle Pass Instant Reward)

There’s no messing around with the Baroness. Leader of the Las Almas Cartel and cunning beyond belief, Valeria is here to exact revenge on those who put her away. Strike fear with her “Roving Adventure” Operator Skin, adorned with ancient relics acquired in dangerous escapades.

BlackCell Owners: Get the “Valeria BlackCell” alternate Skin for a grander black and yellow look with animated armor and a skull-painted face.

Rhea “Mami” Ripley (KorTac, Battle Pass Instant Reward)

WWE star Rhea Ripley brings her a one-of-a-kind brutality to the battlefield with her “Mami” Operator. She joins the fight on the KorTac side, ready to take enemies head on with her signature gothic look: dark eyeliner and lipstick, a spiked leather vest, and knee-high combat boots.

BlackCell Owners: Get the “Mami BlackCell” alternate skin for a flashier fit, with a patterned leather vest over a yellow body suit.

The Instant Reward Sector also grants a 10% Battle Pass boost, the "Prismtrap” Weapon Blueprint for the FJX Horus SMG featuring the JAK Scimitar Kit Aftermarket Part, and the “Riptide” Operator Finishing Move.

ADDITIONAL BATTLE PASS SKINS

Complete the Battle Pass Sectors to unlock a variety of new Operator Skins, each paired with an animated BlackCell alternate Skin:

“Night’s End” Skins (Bantam Operator Skin, Sector 1)

Battle Pass Skin: Bantam calls on the sun’s power with a burnished metal mask and intricate adornments snaking over his tattooed arms. Equipped with an armored vest, camo pants, and boots, he’s ready for the vigors of battle whatever may come.

BlackCell Additional Skin: The sun darkens in the BlackCell variant of this Skin, sparks and smoke rising from the mask as if it’s just been snuffed out. The silver adornments and black and yellow tactical gear show there’s some life yet in this star.

“Luchadora” Skins (Byline Operator Skin, Sector 4)

Battle Pass Skin: Don the confident attire of the Luchadora in a flame-accented mask over inlaid red and yellow attire tailored for the ultimate prize fight.

BlackCell Additional Skin: Byline upgrades her championship outfit with striking black tactical gear inlaid with yellow highlights and a dark phantom mask. The BlackCell variant sparks and steams with latent power.

“Trophy King” Skins (Enigma Operator Skin, Sector 5)

Battle Pass Skin: Enigma gears up for heavy combat in the desert carrying an excess of ammunition over a camouflaged uniform designed for fighting in hot conditions.

BlackCell Additional Skin: Swap camo for the season’s signature BlackCell look combining a black tactical uniform with yellow highlights and sparks flying. Notice the ghastly color of the rounds in his bandolier.

“Homecoming” Skins (Price Operator Skin, Sector 10)

Battle Pass Skin: Captain Price at your service. As a formidable soldier and leader of Task Force 141, Price deploys in a military uniform ready for anything, the Union Jack strapped to his chest and back.

BlackCell Additional Skin: Don a sleeker look with black gear highlighted by yellow and white accessories. Sparks fly from animated hang wraps signifying Price’s electric performance on the trigger.

“Knight's Resolve” Skins (Hammer Operator Skin, Sector 11)

Battle Pass Skin: For nighttime operations, Hammer’s your guy. This Operator Skin features high-tech night vision goggles and a thick red jacket with heavy armor. A red plume rises from the helmet in the style of a knight.

BlackCell Additional Skin: Hammer’s night vision goggles flicker and glow in the BlackCell variant as a ghostly animation flows through his heavy armor accentuated with the pale plume rising over the black and yellow uniform.

“Ivan” Skins (Ivan Operator Skin, Sector 16)

Battle Pass Skin: Ivan proudly displays the Konni Group logo on winter gear suited for combat in the harshest conditions, with accessories and tools intended to get out of all emergencies thrown at him.

BlackCell Additional Skin: Ivan deploys in the BlackCell-alternate “Boss’ Favorite” Skin, popping with yellow highlights over his gear and sparking for a fight.

“Samurai’s Camo” Skins (Jet Operator Skin, Sector 18)

Battle Pass Skin: Jet recalls the might of the samurai with a modern take on their traditional attire, employing tan and black armor fashioned with orange highlights matching the grinning mask peeking out from the helmet.

BlackCell Additional Skin: Polished metal shines over this black samurai armor with yellow threads and an unnerving golden mask. The weapons at her side display a ghostly animated pattern, sparking for a fight.

NEW FUNCTIONAL WEAPONS

Gear up with two new functional weapons available to earn as rewards in the standard and premium Battle Pass at launch:

Static-HV (Sector 6, HVT)

Bring compact lethality to the battlefield with this small SMG chambered in 5.7mm, boasting a high fire rate and significant ammo capacity in the factory magazine.

Lead your squad to victory by taking point with this ruthless SMG featuring 50 rounds in its base configuration. Excel in skirmishes where the odds are against you, eliminating multiple enemies in a row before needing to reload. Use Gunsmith to adjust its playstyle, whether that’s catering to a breathless off-the-hip approach or designing a precision model with pinpoint ADS fire.

New Assault Rifle (Sector 7, HVT)

The rifle that heralded the age of the assault rifle as a global standard. Fully automatic and chambered in 7.92x33mm, this is a hard-hitting primary weapon.

This powerful weapon breeds confidence, exhibiting a controllable recoil pattern with hard-hitting shots and clear iron sights. Add handling and mobility improvements to create a snappy mid-ranged weapon to lead the fight or opt for extra range and a magnified scope to burst fire enemies from further out.

NEW WEAPON BLUEPRINTS

Earn up to 20 Weapon Blueprints in the premium Season 5 Battle Pass alongside new Calling Cards, Emblems, Weapon Stickers, Decals, Finishing Moves, XP Tokens, COD Points, a Charm, and Zombies Acquisitions (including an Aether Tools, Aetherium Crystal, Ray Gun Weapon Case, and Shatter Blast Ammo Mod).

Weapon Blueprints

The Season 5 Battle Pass Weapon Blueprints can generally be grouped into four main themes:

Purple and White

Instant Sector: “Prismtrap” FJX Horus SMG

The Instant Sector features its own studded purple and white Blueprint with a metallic sheen and laces akin to a wrestler’s boot.

Red Metal

  • Sector 1: “Flamma” TYR Handgun
  • Sector 10: “Provocator” Bolt-Action Marksman Rifle
  • Sector 12: “Parmularius” Lockwood 680 Shotgun
  • Sector 16: “Merciful Downfall” Striker SMG
  • Sector 18: “Luminous Dread” KV Inhibitor Sniper Rifle
  • Sector 20: “Grand Assailant” XRK Stalker Sniper Rifle

Equip red metal Blueprints with intricate inlays over top-of-the-line parts. A combination of blue, black, and silver highlights further enhances weapons from this pristine category.

SPQR Models

  • Sector 2: “Laquearius” SVA 545 Assault Rifle*
  • Sector 4: “Crixus” DG-58 LSW LMG
  • Sector 8: “Attilius” Soulrender Melee*
  • Sector 13: “Unyielding Forge” Sledgehammer Melee
  • Sector 15: “Castus” KATT-AMR Sniper Rifle*
  • Sector 19: “Dimachaerus” New Assault Rifle*
  • Completion Sector: “Praetor” MCW Assault Rifle

Fit for a champion, these Blueprints recall the iron discipline of an ancient past. The brass and Latin inlays add further gravitas to these slayers.

Paintball Blaster

  • Sector 3: “Carpophorus” Reclaimer 18 Shotgun*
  • Sector 9: “Bestiarius” RAM-7 Assault Rifle
  • Sector 11: “Thraex” Renetti Handgun
  • Sector 14: “Benign Hero” WSP Stinger Handgun and “Gladius Graecus” BAS-B Battle Rifle*
  • Sector 17: “Sculpted Aptitude” Static-HV SMG*

Straight off the field, these paint-splattered Blueprints sport bright designs blasted with color from the impact of enemy paintballs.

[* Denotes a Weapon Blueprint with a BlackCell variant, detailed below]

Weapons with Additional BlackCell Blueprints

Seven of Season 5’s Battle Pass Blueprints are paired with a BlackCell variant in the same tier. These variants combine a textured black surface with yellow highlights. An animated glyph pattern alternately crawls up and retreats down the barrel.

Laquearius — SVA 545 Assault Rifle (Sector 2, BlackCell Alternate Option)

BlackCell variant comes with Inquisitor Tracers and “Divine Enforcement” Death Effect.

Outfitted with a heavy break muzzle that significantly reduces recoil and a precision barrel for improved accuracy and range, this Blueprint is ideal for powerful, controlled shots using the weapon’s 2.5x magnification optic.

Carpophorus — Reclaimer 18 Shotgun (Sector 3, BlackCell Alternate Option)

BlackCell variant comes with Inquisitor Tracers and “Divine Enforcement” Death Effect.

Inflict heavy damage up close with this Blueprint built with improved damage range and ADS handling plus additional tube ammo capacity at the cost of slower reloads. Grip tape enhances Tac-Stance spread and no stock amps up your Operator’s mobility.

Attilius— Soulrender Melee Weapon (Sector 8, BlackCell Alternate Option)

BlackCell variant comes with Inquisitor Tracers and “Divine Enforcement” Death Effect.

Wield the ceremonial Soulrender Melee blade in combat, attacking your enemies with rapid slashes and slices while remaining light on your feet. Glyphs flow down the length of the weapon in its BlackCell variant, and a dispersing mist rises from its inner power.

Gladius Graecus — BAS-B Battle Rifle (Sector 14, BlackCell Alternate Option)

BlackCell variant comes with Inquisitor Tracers and “Divine Enforcement” Death Effect.

This snappy Battle Rifle Blueprint utilizes a flash hider for a shortened ping on the enemy’s radar after firing plus a compensator for improved recoil. A 30-round mag helps you stay in the fight longer with recoil control and stability enhancements working to keep you on target.

Castus— KATT-AMR Sniper Rifle (Sector 15, BlackCell Alternate Option)

BlackCell variant comes with Inquisitor Tracers and “Divine Enforcement” Death Effect.

This versatile Blueprint features a 3.7x and 7.0x variable zoom scope with suppressor to keep shots off the radar. Snipers on the move will appreciate its high-velocity ammo and improved ADS speeds.

Sculpted Aptitude — Static-HV SMG (Sector 17, BlackCell Alternate Option)

BlackCell variant comes with Inquisitor Tracers and “Divine Enforcement” Death Effect.

Based on the new Season 5 SMG, this SMG Blueprint adds the JAK Glassless Optic for a clean sight paired with enhancements to ADS and sprint to fire speeds. AN integrally suppressed barrel offers further benefits, allowing you to strike more stealthily.

Dimachaerus — Season 5 Assault Rifle (Sector 19, BlackCell Alternate Option)

BlackCell variant comes with Inquisitor Tracers and “Divine Enforcement” Death Effect.

Trade speed for suppression with this Blueprint based on the new Season 5 Assault Rifle, combining a 60-round drum with a long barrel and heavy grip to help stay on target during sustained fire.

COMPLETE THE BATTLE PASS FOR COMPLETION SECTOR TIER 100 REWARDS

Complete 100% of the map by conquering all Sectors to access the final Completion Sector, including 300 COD Points plus the “Praetor” MCW Assault Rifle Weapon Blueprint, the “Powerbomb!” Finishing Move, and the following Operator Skins:

“Eradicator” Skin for Mami

Seek vengeance as the Eradicator in this gothic-themed Operator Skin. Rhea Ripley adds studs, spikes, and chains to her vest and garments in a tailored look for dominating even the toughest fights.

BlackCell Additional Skin: Sparks fly off Mami in the BlackCell version of this Skin. Deploy in chained black with yellow highlights, including the wrestler’s initials "RR” on the back of the vest.

“Death’s Medallion” Skin for Valeria

In red and black with a rose in her ear matching red eyes peering through a skull mask, Death’s Medallion brings her foes to a swift end with incredible style. Rose petals drift over the medallion at her waist, and she carries a guitar over her serape to play melodies for friends and foes alike.

BlackCell Additional Skin: Striking yellow highlights over black bring a more sinister look in the BlackCell variant, her guitar now throwing sparks over a ghostly animation over its surface, her armor embedded with the medallion exhibiting similar effects.

STORE HIGHLIGHTS: WWE SUPERSTARS, NEW ULTRA SKIN, AND MORE

Expand your champion roster with WWE Superstars Cody Rhodes and Rey Mysterio, joined by an eclectic mix of Bundles featuring the divine to the cosmic and beyond. Here are some of the highlights coming to Season 5:

TRACER PACK: WWE — CODY RHODES OPERATOR BUNDLE

Born into wrestling royalty as the son of the late WWE Hall of Famer "The American Dream" Dusty Rhodes, "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes was destined for greatness. He honed his skills for years, capturing multiple titles in WWE from 2007 to 2016 by capturing two Intercontinental Championships and six WWE Tag Team Championships before departing to forge his own path. At WrestleMania XL, Cody achieved his destiny, dethroning Roman Reigns to claim the Undisputed WWE Championship.

The “Tracer Pack: WWE — Cody Rhodes” Operator Bundle comes with the “American Nightmare” Operator Skin plus two stars and stripes-themed Weapon Blueprints with tracers, the “Nightmarish Precision” Marksman Rifle and “The American Nightmare Arsenal” Superi SMG.

Slam your enemies with the “Cross Rhodes” Finishing Move and haunt them with the “The American Nightmare Weight Belt” Large Decal, “The American Nightmare” Weapon Sticker, “The American Nightmare” Weapon Charm, and the “Cody Rhodes” Loading Screen.

TRACER PACK: WWE — REY MYSTERIO OPERATOR BUNDLE

Rey Mysterio has spent his entire life defying odds and shattering expectations. Trained from childhood in the Mexican lucha libre tradition, Mysterio adopted his namesake mask to honor his uncle's legacy. His high-flying, innovative offense and never-say-die attitude helped him capture every major title from the NXT Cruiserweight Championship to the World Heavyweight Championship, becoming the smallest man to ever hold that prestigious prize.

The “Tracer Pack: WWE — Rey Mysterio” Operator Bundle includes “The Ultimate Underdog” Operator Skin and two red and black Weapon Blueprints with “619” Tracers and the “LWD” Death Effect. The “Masked Mayhem” M16 Assault Rifle includes an Aftermarket Part alongside the “Defy Expectations” WSP Swarm SMG set in akimbo with drum magazines.

End the discussion with the “Mysterio Bulldog” Finishing Move and the “Booyaka Booy AKA 619” Large Decal, “Luchador Legacy” Weapon Sticker, “619” Weapon Charm, and “Rey Mysterio” Loading Screen.

TRACER PACK: TOON FORCE 141

Take down your enemies, comic book style. This Bundle includes cel-shaded Operator Skins for Price, Ghost, Gaz, and Soap. Never to leave home without new armaments, Toon Force 141 is bringing two new cel-shaded Weapon Blueprints along for the ride, the “Shady Shotty” Reclaimer 18 Shotgun and the “Arid Shade” HRM-9 SMG.

Stick it to ’em with additional weapon accessories including the “Ghost Goes Boom!” Large Decal plus the “I Want You” and “Last Smoke” Weapon Stickers.

TRACER PACK: DOWN FROM THE SKIES MASTERCRAFT ULTRA SKIN

Strike with divine ferocity as “The Goddess” Reactive Ultra Skin for Alpine. Wield ancient armor over a statuesque form whose eyes and body increasingly glow after eliminating enemies. Use the "Divine Touch” Finishing Move to dispel any doubts regarding your power.

The Goddess brings two incredible Weapon Blueprints, both featuring “Divine” Tracers and the “Divine Dismemberment” Death Effect. Strike from afar with the “Celestial Core” XRK Stalker Sniper Rifle emboldened with snakes slithering across the body and at the barrel. Cast judgement up close with the brass and black “Celestial Rays” RAM-9 SMG, its divine power pulsing through the weapon’s body.

Bless your armaments with the “Heart of the Divine” Weapon Charm and express your strength with the animated “Unfathomable Power” Calling Card. Set an epic theme to your sessions using the “Origin Tale” Loading Screen.

WILDLIFE WANTED: CODFISH

You’ll feel right at home in Season 5’s new Bait Multiplayer map as Ripper’s “All Gilled Up” Operator Skin featuring a large fish head over scaled armor and a reflective windbreaker. Gut your enemies with the “Scale and Bone” BP50 Assault Rifle and the akimbo “Phantom Soul” Basilisk Handgun; both Blueprints feature translucent parts and inflict shocking effects on foes with “Neon Angler” Tracers and the “Bottom Feeder” Death Effect.

Glow up your cosmetic collection with the “Seafood Diet” Large Decal, “Something Fishy” Weapon Sticker, and “Heads or Tails” Emblem.

TRACER PACK: BLACK HOLE

Hypnotize your enemies with the depths of infinite space in the “Event Horizon” Operator Skin for Doc. A gravity well circles her chest as stars orbit across her armor and face plate. Acquire two galactic Blueprints with “Supernova” Tracers and the “Orbital Yeet” Death Effect, the “General Relativity” TAQ Evolvere LMG and “Gravity Wave” RAM-9 SMG, both animated with cosmic power.

Display your intergalactic prowess with the “Spaced-Out” Large Decal, “Black Hole” Weapon Sticker, and “Galactic Marble” Weapon Charm. For your next deployment into the Exclusion Zone, the Bundle also includes a Flawless Aetherium Crystal; consume it once to Pack-A-Punch your current weapon to Level III.

TRACER PACK: OBON FESTIVAL

Honor past warriors with the “Dreamer’s Entropy” Operator Skin in celebration of the Obon Festival, mixing traditional Japanese elements over red and black tactical gear and a grimacing mask recalling vengeful spirits. Wield two festival-themed Blueprints with “Obon Ember” Tracers, the “Crane’s Birth” Static-HV SMG based on a new Season 5 weapon and the “Snake’s Demise” BAS-B Battle Rifle.

Embrace the spirit of honoring ancestral ties with the “Summer Festival” Large Decal, “Hyottoko” Weapon Sticker, “Uchiwa” Emblem, and “Obon Festival” Loading Screen.

TRACER PACK: ECHO ENDO THUNDER-BOLT

Let the beast run free as the “Miryou Echo” Operator Skin for Jet. Frost drips from this white and black tactical uniform suited for combat in the arctic wilds. A wolf pelt and tail provide warmth and flair, and sharp teeth line the bottom of a digital mask.

Strike your enemies with the “Beastly Howler” DG-58 LSW LMG and “Howling Demise” Striker SMG, both equipped with “VwV 4.0” Tracers and the “Okami” Death Effect which whisks away beaten enemies in wind and dust. Plus, shock the competition with the “Tag, You’re It” Calling card, “Lone Wolf” Weapon Sticker, “Wolf Tags” Large Decal, and “Echo Endo: Thunder-Bolt" Loading Screen.

TRACER PACK: UNDERBOSS PRO PACK

Rule and control the fight with the Tracer Pack: Underboss Pro Pack featuring the “Hooded Figment” Operator Skin for Enigma, combining lightweight state-of-the-art equipment with a hooded figure built for stealth and mobility. Slay your demons with the “Demon Hunter” Superi 46 SMG and “Soul Stealer” Assault Rifle Weapon Blueprints featuring “Ryujin” Tracers; both weapons are animated alongside illustrations of a raging oni.

Silence your enemies with the “Hiss of Death” Large Decal and “God of Storms” Weapon Sticker and equip the “Connective Honor” Emblem. The Bundle also includes a whopping 2400 COD Points for use toward your next Battle Pass or Store purchase!

CALL OF DUTY: WARZONE MOBILE SEASON 5 CONTENT

Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile shares much of its content with Call of Duty: Warzone and Modern Warfare III, though each new season also brings original items to mobile through The Keep.

Season 5 brings four new Keeps in the launch window, starting with the Thick Skin Keep offering the chance to earn the Corso — Hammer Horn Operator Skin and the DG-58 LSW — Thick Skin Weapon Blueprint, both featuring bone shattering effects!

Look for other Season 5 Keeps to follow, including Ethereal Echoes, Mad Maskque, and Voidlink, plus more in the mid-season Reloaded update.

UPGRADE TO MODERN WARFARE III

Modern Warfare III celebrates the 20th anniversary of Call of Duty with one of the greatest collections of Multiplayer maps ever assembled, including modernized versions of all 16 launch maps from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (2009), plus the introduction of an all-new open-world Zombies and a Campaign that finds Task Force 141 facing off against the ultimate threat in Vladimir Makarov.

Stay frosty.

Modern Warfare III celebrates the 20th anniversary of Call of Duty with one of the greatest collections of Modern Warfare Multiplayer maps ever assembled.

Afghan. Derail. Estate. Favela. Karachi. Highrise. Invasion. Quarry. Rundown. Rust. Scrapyard. Skidrow. Sub Base. Terminal. Underpass. Wasteland.

All 16 launch maps from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (2009) have been modernized, both graphically and with meticulous attention given to the authenticity and aspects of the maps that made them so popular. Veteran players love these Core 6v6 maps, and there’s no better time to introduce a generation of new players to experience the community’s favorite Modern Warfare content.

Prepare for seminal design to meet modern gameplay. This faithful modernization of the maps keeps their authenticity intact while infusing the latest tech, gameplay, modes, content, and more. Though you might have noticed elements of Terminal and Highrise during your time in Al Mazrah, the Modern Warfare III versions of these maps are built from scratch from the original 2009 designs.

In addition to brand-new modes like Cutthroat (a competitive 3v3v3 experience), a full range of fan-favorite and innovative gameplay features will be available at launch to get everyone started, like choosing to play Hardpoint and Kill Confirmed on Favela, modes that were never part of the original map offering, providing a refreshing multiplayer experience within these familiar environments.

The 16 Core launch maps are further complemented with the addition of four huge environments ready at launch and containing a host of new play spaces. These are composed of three brand-new Battle Maps — large scale locations where Modern Warfare III’s Ground War and Invasion game modes will be fought — and a single, colossal War map, as Modern Warfare III marks the welcome return and evolution of the legendary War Mode that first debuted in 2017’s Call of Duty: WWII.

With Day One Multiplayer content featuring faithful modernizations of Modern Warfare’s fan-favorite maps, over 12 all-new core 6v6 maps will fuel post-launch live seasons.

Expect many customization advancements and new gameplay mechanics to further evolve the quintessential, fast-moving gameplay. Here are three innovations, with more to be revealed in the coming weeks:

Breach and clear with the new Tactical Stance feature, a perfect middle-ground between hip-fire and aiming down sights. When entering tight hallways and cramped rooms, toggle Tac-Stance on to improve weapon performance and win the fight. Here’s what to expect from Tac-Stance:

  • The operator unshoulders the weapon and holds it in a canted firing position.
  • You can toggle in and out of Tac-Stance dynamically while aiming down sights.
  • Tac-Stance trades precise accuracy for improved mobility and handling.
  • Some spread to your firing will occur, best described as a middle ground between full ADS and hipfire.
  • It is designed to be used in aggressive, close-quarter combat situations.
  • By default, you fire in Tac-Stance while Sliding.

Modern Warfare III brings new levels of customization to Create-a-Class. Get ready to build your Loadout based on cutting-edge military equipment, such as gloves, tactical vests, boots and more; allowing you to fine-tune more aspects of gameplay.

The evolution of the Gunsmith continues with the addition of After-Market Parts. This is a special set of customization options allowing you to focus on your preferred and specific playstyle. After-Market Parts enable you to construct unique weapon configurations or types such as customizing a machine gun into a bullpup configuration (with the firing grip in front of the breech rather than behind it), thus increasing mobility and handling without compromising on damage output.

After-Market Parts will also offer new progression paths, and challenges to unlock. We will be sharing more information on these innovations in the coming weeks.

The core mechanics of Modern Warfare III deliver a massive offering of classic features bringing exceptional freedom of choice, movement, and customization to gameplay.

Here are the Multiplayer features confirmed for Modern Warfare III Multiplayer, coming Day One:

  • Map Voting returns, allowing players greater autonomy over their Multiplayer matches.
  • Classic Minimap Behavior, with red dots indicating when an enemy is firing an unsuppressed weapon.
  • All chosen Perks are available at the start of each match.
  • The Covert Sneakers Perk allows for silent movement (assuming you’ve chosen the correct footwear).
  • Core Multiplayer Health is increased to 150, lengthening the Time-to-Kill (TTK). Hardcore mode is not affected.

When maneuvering in Modern Warfare III Multiplayer, expect the following movement abilities in terms of your Operator’s general responsiveness:

  • You can cancel Slide animations (i.e., “slide cancel”), but Slide Cancelling does not reset Tactical Sprint.
  • You can cancel partial Reloads during an animation (i.e., “reload cancel”) to immediately return fire.
  • Mantling is faster, and you can Mantle while Sprinting.
  • You can fire during and immediately after Sliding.
  • Tactical Sprint durations are increased (the exact duration depends on the weapon being used).
  • Tactical Sprint recharges while Sprinting.

As discussed before, a vast amount of content and weapon progression from Modern Warfare II will come with you to Modern Warfare III. That means every Multiplayer weapon you currently have in your MWII arsenal, along with all the new weapons available in Modern Warfare III, will be accessible to use on Day One.

  • The depth of choice here truly honors the player investment into Modern Warfare II.
  • All MWII weapons, attachments, and unlocks will Carry Forward. There will be seamless functionality between new attachments and global Weapon Platforms.
  • Any MWII attachments that were considered “universal” (such as some Muzzles) will be available to attach to MWIII weapons, where applicable.
  • In certain cases, MWII weapons carried forward into MWIII will be able to utilize MWIII attachments that you unlock, where applicable.
  • The number of Weapon Platforms (AKA “Receivers”) have been increased for some categories, reducing restrictions on weapon customization by allowing for core attachments to be added to your favorite MWII weapons.

For the first time, team up with other squads to survive and fight massive hordes of the undead in the largest Call of Duty Zombies map ever. Modern Warfare Zombies (MWZ) tells an involved and unearthly Dark Aether Zombies story set in the Modern Warfare universe. Expect to undertake missions across different regions that escalate in difficulty, with core Zombies features and a cavalcade of secrets to discover. Ready up for an open-world player versus enemy (PvE) extraction survival experience against some of the biggest enemies in Call of Duty history.

Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare III is available for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.


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