The exciting culmination of Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 2 has brought a wealth of new content for players to immerse themselves in. Noteworthy additions include the much-beloved Multiplayer map Grind and the introduction of The Tomb for Zombies. Furthermore, the content upgrades during the mid-season have significantly impacted the game’s meta, setting the stage for future competitions.
While players are eager to explore all that Season 2 entails, it’s important to note that the end is near, making way for the highly anticipated Season 3. Although there’s been a slight delay, details regarding the start of Season 3 have been shared by Treyarch via their official Call of Duty Blog. Here’s what players need to know about the impending release of Season 3 for Black Ops 6 and Warzone.
Release Schedule for Black Ops 6 & Warzone Season 3

Mark your calendars! Season 3 is set to launch on Wednesday, April 2, at 9 AM PT across multiple platforms, including Battle.net, Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. To facilitate a smooth entry into the new season, players on Battle.net and consoles will be able to pre-download Season 3’s content, enabling instant access on launch day.
Time Zone |
Release Time & Date |
---|---|
CT (Central Time) |
11:00 AM, April 2 |
ET (Eastern Time) |
12:00 PM, April 2 |
BRT (Brasilia Time) |
1:00 PM, April 2 |
BST (British Summer Time) |
5:00 PM, April 2 |
CEST (Central European Summer Time) |
6:00 PM, April 2 |
SAST (South Africa Standard Time) |
6:00 PM, April 2 |
GST (Gulf Standard Time) |
8:00 PM, April 2 |
KST (Korea Standard Time) |
1:00 AM, April 3 |
JST (Japan Standard Time) |
1:00 AM, April 3 |
AEDT (Australian Eastern Daylight Time) |
3:00 AM, April 3 |
Anticipated Features in Season 3 of Black Ops 6 & Warzone
The Comeback of Verdansk

One of the most eagerly awaited elements of Season 3 is the highly anticipated return of Verdansk, set to launch on Thursday, April 3, at 9 AM PT. In preparation for this, Warzone will experience a downtime of 24 hours coinciding with the rollout of Season 3 on April 2. Players who log into Warzone during this new season will be rewarded with the Kilo 141 Assault Rifle, which can be used across all modes.
New Multiplayer Maps & Game Modes
Season 3 introduces an array of brand-new Multiplayer maps designed to enhance the competitive experience, allowing players to engage in intense 6v6 battles across varied environments from Vietnam to the Gulf of Mexico. Some of these maps will include:
- Barrage
- Nomad
- Haven
- Signal
- Firing Range
- Blazetown (Nuketown variant)
While most maps are available at launch, Haven and Signal will be introduced later with Season 3 Reloaded. Additionally, two new game modes are making their debut. Sharpshooter offers a Free-For-All format where players face off using identical loadouts that change every 45 seconds, while Demolition resurfaces as a classic objective-based mode focusing on bomb site attacks and defenses.
Moreover, a new mid-season update will bring Joint Operations, a playlist featuring dynamic game mode variants, including modified rules like low gravity and enhanced health.
Introducing the Shattered Veil Zombies Map

Launching alongside Season 3 is the new Zombies map, Shattered Veil, transporting players to a mysterious mansion nestled in Liberty Falls. This update brings fresh enemies, the main Easter Egg quest, and the chance to obtain Double Tap (Perk) as well as coveted returning weapons like the Raygun Mk2 and Wunderwaffe DG-2. Moreover, the intense mode Cranked returns, but this time as a variant named Team Cranked.
Expanded Weapons & Loadout Choices

Players can also look forward to a host of new weapons in Season 3, available through the Battle Pass and seasonal events. Here’s a quick overview of the new weapons:
- Kilo 141 (Assault Rifle): Available for free upon loading into Warzone during Season 3.
- CR-56 AMAX (Assault Rifle): Unlockable on Page 6 of the Season 3 Battle Pass.
- HDR (Sniper Rifle): Unlockable on Page 3 of the Season 3 Battle Pass.
- Ladra (Submachine Gun): Arriving through a Mid-Season Event.
- Kali Sticks (Melee Weapon): Unlocked via the Return To Verdansk Event.
- Nail Gun (Special Weapon): Available through the Black Ops Tribute Event.
In addition, players will see expanded loadout options featuring the return of the Grau 5.56 as a conversion kit, as well as new Perks and Scorestreaks. Some highlights include:
- SWAT 5.56 Grau Conversion: Available on Page 5 of the Season 3 Battle Pass.
- C9 10mm Auto 30-Round Mags: Unlockable through the Black Ops Tribute Event.
- Goblin Mk2 7.62 Mini-Rocket Conversion: Arriving during Season 3 Reloaded.
- Monolithic Suppressor: Free through the Season 3 Battle Pass.
- Death Machine (Scorestreak): Unlocked through the Black Ops Tribute Event.
- Close Shave (Multiplayer Perk): Available through the Black Ops Tribute Event.
- Vendetta (Perk): Launching alongside Season 3 Reloaded.
Exciting In-Game Events & Rewards

To cap off Season 3, players can participate in various in-game events, each offering unique rewards, including returning operators like Domino and new weapons like the Kali Sticks. Here’s a schedule of events incoming for Season 3:
- Return To Verdansk: April 3 to April 15.
- Black Ops Tribute: April 17 to May 1.
- Blaze of Glory: Coming in Season 3 Reloaded.
- Call of Duty Endowment: Got Your Six: Scheduled for Season 3 Reloaded.
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