Summary
A trustedCall of Duty: Warzoneleaker has revealed that developer Raven Software intends to bring back a handful of iconicModern Warfareweapons for the game’s big Season 3 update, including the Grau Assault Rifle and HDR Sniper Rifle. With Season 3 ofCall of Duty: Warzoneexpected to launch sometime in March, leaks and rumors are beginning to ramp up as the update is also likely to see the return of Verdansk.
After the massive success ofFortniteOG,Call of Dutypublisher Activision became the latest studio to follow in the newest gaming trend and confirmed thatVerdansk would be returning toWarzonein Spring 2025. While the release window is fast approaching, the studio has yet to confirm an exact release date for the map’s return, but recent leaks and rumors all point to a March launch alongside Season 3. WithWarzonecurrently in a dire state, the entireCall of Dutycommunity is eager to see if Verdansk’s return will bring the Battle Royale title to its former glory. Some remain skeptical, but a new leak has just given players a glimmer of hope.
Warzone Rumor Suggests Modern Warfare Weapons Returning Soon
According to CharlieIntel, a trustedCall of Dutyjournalist, the Grau 5.56 and HDR may bereturning toWarzonealongside Verdansk. In a new Twitter post, CharlieIntel said the weapons are “potentially returning.” The iconic Assault Rifle and Sniper Rifle might not be the onlyModern Warfareweapons returning in March.TheGhostOfHopealso took to Twitter and said that the CR-56 AMAX and Kilo 141 will return with Season 3. However, the leaker does note that this is a “grain of salt rumor,” meaning there’s a chance these weapons don’t actually make a return. Should they return, it’s unclear whether or not they will also be available inBlack Ops 6Multiplayer, as both games usually share the same batch of weapons.
Aseparate postfrom CharlieIntel also claims that some content creators have been play-testing early builds of Verdansk in the current iteration ofWarzone, with different map elements and traversal features. The rumor also corroborates a recent leak from TheGhostOfHope, who revealed somekey changes being made to Verdansk for its return toWarzonein March. Two sources have now stated that the map will be similar to the original version that launched in March 2020, with a handful of upgrades. While the original version of Verdansk had an inaccessible Stadium, leaks state that its interior will be open, but its roof will still remain closed.
The return of Verdansk is shaping up to be a monumental moment forWarzone, and Activision is supposedly well aware of its importance. According to CharlieIntel, the studio is trying to go “all out” for the map’s return, which is apparently whySeason 2 ofWarzonehad little to no content. WhileBlack Ops 6players were treated to a plethora of new maps, modes, and more,Warzonefans were left with nothing more than a new perk. Activision says this was to prioritize gameplay tuning, bug fixes, and quality-of-life improvements, but it looks like it could have been to prepare for the return of Verdansk.
