Modern Warfare 2 Season 3 Reloaded Key Takeaways
- WZ2 & MW2 Season 3 Reloaded will go live on Wednesday, May 10th.
- NBA superstar Kevin Durant will be an available operator through a limited time store bundle.
- A new 6v6 Core Map will be added to the rotation.
New Raid and Spec Ops missions are available, with opportunities to unlock new operators and camos.
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Modern Warfare 2 Season 3 Reloaded Release Date & Time
WZ2 & MW2 Season 3 Reloaded will go live on Wednesday, May 10th.
While a specific time has not been confirmed, previous updates have launched at 1PM ET.
Modern Warfare 2 Season 3 Reloaded Patch Notes
The full Modern Warfare 2 Season 3 Reloaded Patch notes are now available. Here is a breakdown of everything you need to know when it comes to changes with the Season 3 Reloaded Update:
General
- One Shot One Kill no longer rewarded for cranked bomb explosion
- Removed lasers from Gunfight Loadouts
- Oxygen Meter added for Core Multiplayer when under water
New Game Modes
- Faceoff
- Gunfight O.S.P.
Giant Infected
Ranked Play
Find a Party: Ranked Play players can use the new Find A Party feature to find squamates who match their skill and preferences across several filters including comms style, language, and playstyle.
Looking for a group to tackle Season 3 with? Make sure to download the Z League app and take advantage of the newly improved LFG feature! More details here!
Modern Warfare 2 Season 3 Reloaded Weapon Balancing
SMGs
- BAS-P
- ADS Speed increased
- Headshot Damage Multiplier decreased
- Maximum Damage increased
- Maximum Damage Range increased
- Mid-far Damage increased
- Mid-far Damage Range increased
- Minimum Damage increased
- Minimum Damage Range increased
- Reduced ‘First Raise’ animation time
- Vaznev-9K
- Maximum Damage Range decreased
ARs
- Chimera
- Reduced ‘First Raise’ animation time
- ISO Hemlock
- Maximum Damage decreased
- Mid Damage decreased
- Minimum Damage decreased
- Lower Torso Multiplier increased
- Extremities Multipliers decreased
- Kastov 545
- Close-mid Damage Range decreased
- Mid Damage Range decreased
- Kastov 762
- Extremities Multipliers decreased
- Lachmann-556
- Close-mid Damage increased
- Maximum Damage Range increased
- Mid Damage Range added
- Upper Torso Multiplier increased
- M16
- Close-mid Damage Range increased
- Maximum Damage Range increased
- Cooldown time between bursts decreased
- Reduced ‘First Raise’ animation time
- M4
- Reduced ‘First Raise’ animation time
- M13B
- ADS Speed increased slightly
- Damage Ranges increased
- Hip Spread Accuracy increased slightly
- Reduced ‘First Raise’ animation time
- TAQ-56
- Maximum Damage Range decreased
Battle Rifles
- FTAC Recon
- Reduced ‘First Raise’ animation time
- SO-14
- Lower Torso Multiplier increased
- Maximum Damage increased
Shotguns
- Mid Damage increased
- Bryson 890
- Mid Damage increased
LMGs
- RAPP H
- Reduced ‘First Raise’ animation time
- SAKIN MG38
- Reduced ‘First Raise’ animation time
New Core Map
Get ready for Alboran Hatchery, a fresh 6v6 Multiplayer map set amidst verdant hills and colossal wind farm turbines. Explore the hatchery’s storage and warehouse facilities in this medium-sized map, strategically using large cover objects for stealthy maneuvers or climbing to elevated vantage points for a panoramic view of the surroundings.
New Weapons
FTAC Siege
The FTAC Siege is an incredibly versatile, fully automatic machine pistol featuring a wide range of new attachments. Although it can’t be dual-wielded like other sidearms (yet), it offers drum magazines, a variety of barrels for extended range or improved mobility, SMG-grade stocks, and numerous muzzle options from the extensive SMG attachment collection. While not a complete replacement for a Primary SMG, this rapid-fire Secondary weapon excels in close-quarters combat and pushes the boundaries of a sidearm’s range.
How to Unlock: Get 50 Sidearm Hipfire Operator Kills using Handguns
GS Magna
The GS Magna shares the same cartridge and majority of attachments as the semi-automatic .50 GS, with the added capability of akimbo mode for devastating close-range combat. However, users must be mindful of the significantly high recoil that accompanies its power. Skillful Operators who can manage the challenging recoil will be rewarded with a formidable sidearm that excels in extreme-close range encounters.
How to Unlock: Get 30 Headshot Operator Kills using the .50 GS
New Special Ops Mission
Embark on a mission to Hafid Port in Al Mazrah and tackle the cartel’s latest operation. Brace yourself for a tough challenge: after taking out their initial defenses, prepare to withstand numerous waves of progressively tougher enemies.
Enhance your defenses by visiting the Shop for power-ups such as AI Reinforcements, Killstreaks, and the Self-Revive Kit. Earn Special Ops Stars for your performance, aiding in leveling up Kits and unlocking exclusive items.
New Raid: Episode 3
In the latest episode, Price, Farah, and Alex venture further into the Soviet base, exploring vast pits, old train tunnels, and electrically charged waters to locate Hadir and the missing warhead.
Complete Raid Episode 03 to unlock Alex as an Operator for use in Modern Warfare II and Warzone 2.0 online modes.
Earn a distinctive electrified camo by finishing Raid Episode 03 on Veteran difficulty, and discover another exclusive weapon camo in a secret area during the mission.
