Call of Duty fans are on the edge of their seats as Season 2 is set to launch, ushering in a wave of fresh content across Warzone and Modern Warfare 3. With an update packed with new weapons, the thrilling return of a beloved map, and an unexpected crossover with The Walking Dead, this season promises to revitalize the battlefield.
Season 2 Kickoff: Mark Your Calendars
The anticipation builds as Season 2 is slated to arrive on Wednesday, February 7, with the update rolling out at 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET / 5 PM GMT for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC players alike. This global launch ensures that no matter where you are, you’ll be part of the action right from the start.
What’s New in Season 2
This season’s offerings are expansive, featuring a battle pass ripe with both free and premium tiers, allowing players to unlock an arsenal of weapons and stylish cosmetics. The $30 BlackCell bundle makes a return, boasting an operator skin that transforms in response to your in-game prowess, evolving from human to zombie, and finally to a skeletal visage as you accumulate kills.
Highlighting the operator lineup are Rick Grimes of The Walking Dead fame and Kate Laswell from the Modern Warfare series, setting the stage for a season that blends narrative depth with intense combat. On the weaponry front, the BP50 assault rifle and RAM-9 submachine gun are up for grabs in the free tiers of the pass, with more firepower to be introduced as the season progresses.
The Walking Dead Meets Call of Duty
In a collaboration that fans didn’t see coming, The Walking Dead: Fear the Living event kicks off on February 28, running through March 6. This event is a treasure trove for those looking to adorn their characters in zombie-themed cosmetics, marrying the horror of the undead with the tactical gameplay of Call of Duty.
Warzone’s Fortune’s Keep Makes a Grand Return
Warzone players can rejoice as the much-loved map, Fortune’s Keep, makes its comeback with Season 2. This iteration introduces Ranked Play Resurgence mode for trios and breathes new life into the map with visual updates, extendable bridges, a squad wipe streak score tracker, and, fittingly, Zombies-themed content to keep players on their toes.
Modern Warfare 3: Expanding the Battlefield
Season 2 doesn’t hold back on expanding Modern Warfare 3‘s landscape, introducing several new maps such as Stash House, Vista, and Departures for that classic 6v6 action, alongside Operation Tin Man for large-scale War mode. Players can also anticipate the return of the popular Das Haus map from Vanguard, remastered for even more strategic gameplay.
With five new game modes, including the innovative Juggermosh—a third-person juggernaut suit battle—Season 2 is set to deliver non-stop action. Additions like a new season of Ranked Play multiplayer, fresh challenges, and events ensure that there’s always something new on the horizon.
A Midseason Boost for Zombies Fans
Zombies enthusiasts will have to wait until the midseason update for new content, but the wait promises to be worthwhile. New story acts, Dark Aether Rifts, schematics, and a formidable warlord boss are on the docket, promising to enhance the Zombies experience with more lore and challenges.
As Season 1 Reloaded wraps up, players are encouraged to make the most of the remaining time to secure cosmetics from The Boys event and rank up in multiplayer. With Season 2 of Call of Duty, the battle intensifies, offering a blend of nostalgia and novel experiences that will keep gamers engaged and battling for supremacy across new and familiar terrains.
