Call of Duty Season 3 Release Date Moved Up: Warzone Offline, Verdansk Returns, and Free Kilo Weapon Giveaway
Call of Duty Season 3 drops early on April 2! Verdansk returns to Warzone after a 24-hour offline period, and players can claim a free Kilo weapon. Plus, a free Black Ops 6 trial and rumors of a Black Ops 2 sequel in 2025!
There's a bunch of exciting news coming from Activision about Call of Duty. The Season 3 update is being moved up, and it’s packed with surprises that fans are sure to appreciate. Originally set to launch on April 3, the update will now drop on April 2, as announced in a video podcast by Activision. This shift gives players a little extra time to gear up before the action heats up.
Warzone’s 24-Hour Offline Window
One of the big changes is for Call of Duty: Warzone. To pave the way for the return of Verdansk – the original fan favorite map – Warzone will be taken offline for 24 hours before its return on April 3. This offline time isn't merely technical resets; it's part of Activision's plan to tap into nostalgia and return players who may have wandered off. They're counting on the popular Verdansk to bring back the player base. Insider rumors even went so far as to say that if Verdansk can't bring back old players and retain new ones, there may not be a "Warzone 3" in the pipeline.
Free Gun for Everyone – Grab the Kilo!
But that’s not all. Activision has a special bonus for all players during this downtime. Anyone who opens the Warzone menu while the game is offline will receive the Kilo weapon for free. If you already have Warzone installed, you simply need to click on the Warzone tile during that 24-hour period to claim your free gun. For those who haven’t downloaded Warzone yet, now’s the perfect time to do so – you don’t want to miss out on this limited-time reward when Verdansk makes its comeback.
Free 24-Hour Black Ops 6 Trial
Along with the Season 3 update, a free 24-hour trial for Black Ops 6 is also available. This trial period gives players a chance to experience new features and gameplay before committing to the full version. It’s a smart move by Activision, as it not only draws in new players but also allows existing fans to get a sneak peek at what’s coming next in the Call of Duty universe.
Looking Ahead
Besides these instant changes, there is word of a new Call of Duty game sometime in 2025. Word is it might be a sequel to Black Ops 2, and that would bring yet another element of excitement. This new game, however, will need to carry the torch, considering Rockstar is releasing Grand Theft Auto 6 this fall. The competition in the video game marketplace is fiercer than ever, and Activision appears to be bent on following through with these aggressive actions.
All things considered, Season 3 is shaping up to be a highlight of the Call of Duty calendar, with early updates, offline resets for a retro map, and free in-game rewards to keep things interesting. Watch out for further updates and make sure to log in during that offline window to pick up your free Kilo weapon!
