Activision has recently unveiled some exciting details about the highly anticipated Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, providing fans with a glimpse into what they can expect from the upcoming installment in the rebooted series. One of the highlights is the promised largest map ever for the Zombies mode, which will offer players the opportunity to team up with other squads and face massive hordes of zombies.
While Sledgehammer Games takes the lead in the development of Modern Warfare III, other Activision studios are also involved in the process. Treyarch, one of the core developers of the Call of Duty franchise, is responsible for this year’s Zombies mode, which will introduce a “Dark Aether” story. The mode will feature a range of missions, secrets to discover, and an open-world PvE extraction survival experience. Additionally, Zombies mode will introduce some of the biggest enemies ever seen in the franchise.
In addition to the revamped Zombies mode, Modern Warfare III will pay homage to a fan-favorite aspect of the series by including all 16 original multiplayer maps from the 2009 version of Modern Warfare 2. These classic maps, such as Terminal and Highrise, have been modernized and will feature new modes and gameplay features. Furthermore, the game will introduce more than 12 new six vs. six maps in future seasons.
Multiplayer modes will also see the addition of three new Battle Maps for Ground War and Invasion modes, along with a War map that brings back the War Mode from 2017’s Call of Duty: WWll.
Modern Warfare III will introduce fresh movement mechanics, including a Tac-Stance for tactical close-quarters combat. Activision has refined the reload cancel and slide cancel mechanics, making them smoother and more responsive. Aiming down sights after a slide will also be faster. Players will have access to all perks at the beginning of a multiplayer match, including a new silent movement perk called Covert Sneakers.
The classic red-dot minimap, which was missing from last year’s Modern Warfare II, will make a return, much to the delight of players. A voting system for maps will be implemented, and Sledgehammer has increased players’ health, leading to a longer time-to-kill mechanic. This change may stir up some controversies and discussions among the player community.
In a move that will please many players, Activision has confirmed that, for the first time, players will be able to carry forward almost all of their unlocked items, including weapons and operators, from Modern Warfare II to Modern Warfare III.
Apart from the multiplayer features, the game will also feature an engaging campaign. Serving as a direct sequel to the previous game, players will continue the Modern Warfare storyline as they follow Task Force 141 in their pursuit of the ultranationalist antagonist, Vladmir Makarov. The campaign will introduce a new type of mission called Open Combat, allowing players to choose their own path and offering multiple ways to complete objectives. These levels have been designed with flexibility to accommodate different play styles, including stealth and all-out action.
A new gameplay trailer released by Activision hints at a fresh take on the controversial No Russian mission from the original Modern Warfare 2. The trailer includes a text message that reads “No Russian” before showing a character wielding a gun while walking through a plane, adding to the anticipation and speculation surrounding the release.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III is set to launch on November 10th for various platforms, including PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via Steam and Battle.net. Prior to the official release, there will be a free open beta, with pre-order customers enjoying early access. Additionally, those who pre-order will have the opportunity to play the campaign up to a week before the game’s official release date.
In conclusion, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III promises an exciting array of new features and improvements to the beloved franchise. From the largest Zombies map to date, to the inclusion of classic multiplayer maps, refined gameplay mechanics, and the continuation of the gripping campaign storyline, players can expect a thrilling and immersive experience when the game launches in November.