Why is Call of Duty: Warzone offline (and when is it expected to come back?)
There's nothing worse than hopping into an online game only to see that it's down. If you're facing this with Warzone, we've got you covered. Find out why Warzone is offline and when it's expected to return. Table of contents Why is Warzone down? When will Warzone come back online? Why is Warzone down? During the COD Pod, the hosts announced that Warzone would go offline in "preparation for the launch of Verdansk." The Verdansk update is shaping up to be a massive download, with a complete revamp of the map and exciting new events on the way. Given the scope of these changes, it's no shocker that the game is going offline for a bit — all to ensure optimal performance and a smoother experience when it's live. https://youtu.be/rKCg90ZlZJs?feature=shared&t=2955 While the game may be offline for a while, there's a silver lining with not one but two bits of good news. First up, Black Ops 6 will have a Free Trial period during Warzone's downtime, giving you the chance to dive into premium Season 3 content at no cost. That means you can get a taste of the new Zombies: Shattered Veil and explore the fresh Multiplayer maps, even if you haven't purchased BO6. The other good news is that anyone who logs into Warzone when it's down will receive a free weapon, the Kilo 141. This Assault Rifle was one of the most beloved guns back when Verdansk was in its heyday, and now it's coming back for more during Black Ops 6 Season 3. You can also test your skills with the Kilo 141 camo challenges, which will be available for BO6 Multiplayer, Zombies, and Warzone. When will Warzone come back online? The Call of Duty Blog indicates that Warzone will shut down for 24 hours. It is expected to return online on April 3, 2025, at 9 am PT/12 pm ET/4 pm GMT. You can track how many more hours it will take via the Countdown to Verdansk launch in-game. Once the time's up, Verdansk awaits, and you can start earning rewards from the map's exclusive celebration. Image via Activision The Return to Verdansk event begins right when Warzone comes back online, where you can explore notable POIs and unlock Hidden Safes. It may even give you a sweet new Operator skin with the random drops from the safe. You can also look forward to more content during the mid-season, including the Verdansk Express, additional modes, and Battle Royale Verdansk Ranked Play. The post Why is Call of Duty: Warzone offline (and when is it expected to come back?) appeared first on Destructoid.
There's nothing worse than hopping into an online game only to see that it's down. If you're facing this with Warzone, we've got you covered. Find out why Warzone is offline and when it's expected to return.
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Why is Warzone down?
During the COD Pod, the hosts announced that Warzone would go offline in "preparation for the launch of Verdansk." The Verdansk update is shaping up to be a massive download, with a complete revamp of the map and exciting new events on the way. Given the scope of these changes, it's no shocker that the game is going offline for a bit — all to ensure optimal performance and a smoother experience when it's live.
While the game may be offline for a while, there's a silver lining with not one but two bits of good news. First up, Black Ops 6 will have a Free Trial period during Warzone's downtime, giving you the chance to dive into premium Season 3 content at no cost. That means you can get a taste of the new Zombies: Shattered Veil and explore the fresh Multiplayer maps, even if you haven't purchased BO6.
The other good news is that anyone who logs into Warzone when it's down will receive a free weapon, the Kilo 141. This Assault Rifle was one of the most beloved guns back when Verdansk was in its heyday, and now it's coming back for more during Black Ops 6 Season 3. You can also test your skills with the Kilo 141 camo challenges, which will be available for BO6 Multiplayer, Zombies, and Warzone.
When will Warzone come back online?
The Call of Duty Blog indicates that Warzone will shut down for 24 hours. It is expected to return online on April 3, 2025, at 9 am PT/12 pm ET/4 pm GMT. You can track how many more hours it will take via the Countdown to Verdansk launch in-game. Once the time's up, Verdansk awaits, and you can start earning rewards from the map's exclusive celebration.
The Return to Verdansk event begins right when Warzone comes back online, where you can explore notable POIs and unlock Hidden Safes. It may even give you a sweet new Operator skin with the random drops from the safe. You can also look forward to more content during the mid-season, including the Verdansk Express, additional modes, and Battle Royale Verdansk Ranked Play.
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