Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 3 release date, time, and countdown
Every new season of Call of Duty revitalizes the franchise in new ways, whether with the latest maps or weapons. Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 3 will continue this trend, where we will see the return of a beloved map. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming update. Table of contents BO6 and Warzone Season 3 release dates, explained Black Ops 6 Season 3 launch times Warzone Season 3 launch times What to expect in Black Ops 6 Season 3 What to expect in Warzone Season 3 BO6 and Warzone Season 3 release dates, explained While Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 3 was set to release simultaneously, it has now been divided into two release dates. We'll explain the launch times of both iterations to give you a clear picture. Black Ops 6 Season 3 launch times Season 3 will begin with Black Ops 6 Multiplayer and Zombies content on April 2, 2025, at 9 am PT/12 pm ET/4 pm GMT. It's a day earlier than expected, and it'll likely require a substantial amount of storage space when the pre-loads roll out. Here's a countdown to show you the exact time BO6 Season 3 drops: [hurrytimer id="1040011"] Warzone Season 3 launch times Warzone Season 3, otherwise known as "Return to Verdansk," will launch on April 3, 2025, at 9 am PT/12 pm ET/4 pm GMT, a day after Black Ops 6's seasonal debut. Check out this countdown to prepare for the Verdansk's comeback: [hurrytimer id="1040006"] The COD POD also indicates that Warzone will go offline 24 hours prior. You can use this time to try out Black Ops 6's Free Trial period, where all premium content will be available, even if you don't own a copy of BO6. What to expect in Black Ops 6 Season 3 Once it hits April 2, you can anticipate loads of new content for BO6 Multiplayer, Zombies, Battle Pass, and BlackCell content. Shattered Veil will be the next undead map, which will be larger than Liberty Falls and the Tomb. Image via Activision Based on the Rogue Team Hideout teaser, Russell Adler will be the frontman of Season 3. This will likely include a unique Operator skin, but we won't know for sure until the BO6 roadmap drops. Luckily, the wait won't be too long, as news has already been confirmed for tomorrow. What to expect in Warzone Season 3 Although Black Ops 6 Season 3 is still a mystery, we do know a lot about Warzone's next phase. If it wasn't obvious enough, the return of Verdansk is the main highlight, bringing back the OG days of Warzone. The map will get an exclusive event where players can earn Verdansk-inspired rewards. Image via Activision You can also get your hands on returning weapons, including the Kilo 141 Assault Rifle, CR-56 AMAC Assault Rifle, and HDR Sniper Rifle. You'll instantly receive the Kilo 141, Domino Operator, and Mil-Sim USEF Operator by logging into Warzone. But, if you want to earn the other items, you'll have to progress further into the Battle Pass. Check out our patch notes explainer for a complete breakdown of all Warzone Season 3 content. The post Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 3 release date, time, and countdown appeared first on Destructoid.
Every new season of Call of Duty revitalizes the franchise in new ways, whether with the latest maps or weapons. Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 3 will continue this trend, where we will see the return of a beloved map. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming update.
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BO6 and Warzone Season 3 release dates, explained
While Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 3 was set to release simultaneously, it has now been divided into two release dates. We'll explain the launch times of both iterations to give you a clear picture.
Black Ops 6 Season 3 launch times
Season 3 will begin with Black Ops 6 Multiplayer and Zombies content on April 2, 2025, at 9 am PT/12 pm ET/4 pm GMT. It's a day earlier than expected, and it'll likely require a substantial amount of storage space when the pre-loads roll out. Here's a countdown to show you the exact time BO6 Season 3 drops: [hurrytimer id="1040011"]
Warzone Season 3 launch times
Warzone Season 3, otherwise known as "Return to Verdansk," will launch on April 3, 2025, at 9 am PT/12 pm ET/4 pm GMT, a day after Black Ops 6's seasonal debut. Check out this countdown to prepare for the Verdansk's comeback: [hurrytimer id="1040006"]
The COD POD also indicates that Warzone will go offline 24 hours prior. You can use this time to try out Black Ops 6's Free Trial period, where all premium content will be available, even if you don't own a copy of BO6.
What to expect in Black Ops 6 Season 3
Once it hits April 2, you can anticipate loads of new content for BO6 Multiplayer, Zombies, Battle Pass, and BlackCell content. Shattered Veil will be the next undead map, which will be larger than Liberty Falls and the Tomb.
Based on the Rogue Team Hideout teaser, Russell Adler will be the frontman of Season 3. This will likely include a unique Operator skin, but we won't know for sure until the BO6 roadmap drops. Luckily, the wait won't be too long, as news has already been confirmed for tomorrow.
What to expect in Warzone Season 3
Although Black Ops 6 Season 3 is still a mystery, we do know a lot about Warzone's next phase. If it wasn't obvious enough, the return of Verdansk is the main highlight, bringing back the OG days of Warzone. The map will get an exclusive event where players can earn Verdansk-inspired rewards.
You can also get your hands on returning weapons, including the Kilo 141 Assault Rifle, CR-56 AMAC Assault Rifle, and HDR Sniper Rifle. You'll instantly receive the Kilo 141, Domino Operator, and Mil-Sim USEF Operator by logging into Warzone. But, if you want to earn the other items, you'll have to progress further into the Battle Pass. Check out our patch notes explainer for a complete breakdown of all Warzone Season 3 content.
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