Call of Duty: Warzone Season 3 dropped on April 2, 2026 — and it’s one of the biggest updates in recent memory. Here’s everything you need to know, fast.
Call of Duty: Warzone has always been about adapting or dying, and Season 3 just reshuffled the entire meta. From a first-ever Big Map rotation between Verdansk and Avalon, to Grappling Hooks and Wall Jump finally arriving in core playlists, the update brings sweeping changes across weapons, perks, equipment, and the in-game economy.
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Map Changes at a Glance
| Feature | What’s New |
|---|---|
| Big Map Rotation | Avalon & Verdansk rotate every 10 minutes |
| New Verdansk POI | Launch Pad (replaces Hills, south of Promenade) |
| Avalon Changes | More sandbars, new ziplines & boats added |
| New Gulag Variants | Server, Cryo, and Meeting (Avalon-specific) |
| Ranked Resurgence | Haven’s Hollow + Rebirth Island, randomly assigned |
The new Launch Pad on Verdansk is a massive facility featuring a Control Tower, Hangar, and Gantry — designed to be the new hotspot for high-stakes engagements.
The Lost Outpost Event
The Lost Outpost event runs across all modes — players collect trophies dropped by eliminated enemies to earn cosmetic rewards and unlock the brand-new Strider 300 sniper rifle. GameSpot It’s the kind of event that rewards aggressive play, so don’t camp!
🔫 New Weapons Added in Season 3
Season 3 introduces three weapons at launch: the MK35 ISR assault rifle, the VST submachine gun, and the Strider 300 sniper rifle — all expected to quickly shake up the meta. Dot
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Key Weapon Balance Changes
The Season 3 weapon tuning focused on improving underused guns — the MPC-25 and Carbon 57 SMGs both received damage range buffs to make them more competitive, while the overpowered Swordfish A1 marksman rifle was nerfed with reduced damage range and now requires four bullets to kill instead of three.
The Voyak KT-3 also took a hit, with reduced bullet velocity, max damage range, and increased horizontal recoil. Dot Esports
Movement Meta: Grappling Hook & Wall Jump
Both Grappling Hooks and Wall Jump received overwhelmingly positive feedback during their trial runs in limited-time modes and are now fully integrated into Battle Royale and Resurgence. Dot Esports This completely changes how vertical combat works — especially in Verdansk. For our full movement guide, visit TechnoSports.
FAQs
Q: How do I unlock the Strider 300 sniper in Warzone Season 3?
Play The Lost Outpost event across any mode, collect trophies from eliminated enemies, and hit the required milestone to claim it free.
Q: Is the Grappling Hook available in Ranked Warzone?
The wall jump remains disabled in the Gulag GameSpot, but Grappling Hooks are available in standard Ranked play — use them wisely.
