The Warzone 2 update for Season 2 has been up for several months, giving players plenty of time to get to grips with the latest additions to Activizion's popular Battle Royale.
Season 2 is coming to an end this month, with Season 3 set to drop on April 12. Available on PlayStation, Xbox, or PC, Season 3 will bring with it the usual slew of new weapons, new operators, and new game modes, as well as ushering in the return of some old favorites.
Warzone 2 is the definitive Call of Duty Battle Royale experience, offering exactly the sort of frenetic first-person shooter action you'd expect from Activision's juggernaut of a franchise. Read on to find out everything you need to know about the current season, as well as what to expect from Season 3.
Warzone 2 update: cut to the chase
- What is it? Season 2 of Call of Duty's second multiplayer battle royale
- When can I play it? Available now until April 11, with Season 3 coming April 12
- What can I play it on? PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC
Warzone 2 update release date and platforms
The Warzone 2 update for season 2 is available now until the season ends on April 11, 2023. Season 2 of Warzone 2 is available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One, and PC.
April 12 will bring with it Season 3, which is set to come alongside a generous helping of new maps, game modes, operators, and weapons.
Warzone 2 update trailers
Latest trailer
The latest trailer shows off Warzone Season 3's action-packed story in which fan-favorite characters Alejandro and Valeria. After the events of Modern Warfare 2, ruthless cartel leader Valeria escaped capture, prompting Alejandro to set off in pursuit, hoping to settle their old score. It looks likely that both characters will be available as operators in the battle pass.
The trailer also confirms the addition of new game modes: Cranked and Gunfight. Cranked is a fast-paced mode that forces you to kill enemies before your timer runs out while Gunfight offers tight 2v2 matchups on small maps.
The new trailer also confirms the return of Plunder mode from Warzone 1 and the addition of a Resurgence respawn mode to Al Mazrahm, as well as the hotly anticipated return of ranked play. Lastly, the trailer teases a mysterious new feature called “Blackcell”. Only time will tell as to what exactly it will involve.
More trailers
The FJX Imperium Sniper (opens in new tab) has been revealed, showing off a glorious new sniper rifle that will be joining the roster in Season 3.
While there are other key Warzone 2 trailers within this article you can check out Activision's Call of Duty official YouTube channel (opens in new tab) for more video content.
Warzone 2 update new content
New weapons
In the Warzone 2 update for season 2 Activision has confirmed six new weapons and guns. There are three available in the season 2 Battle Pass for free, one available during the launch window for the Path of the Ronin Event (ends March 24), and the final two are coming later in the second season.
These are the weapons available in said order:
- ISO Hemlock Assault Rifle
- Dual Kodachi melee weapon
- KV Broadside Shotgun
- Crossbow
- Shuriken lethal equipment
- Tempus Torrent Marksman Rifle
New Operator
The Warzone 2 update has seen Ronin return in Season 2. First appearing in the third season of the first Warzone, it's been some time since we've seen his friendly face.
Ronin was forced to make the jump from the first to the second Warzone due to his ties with the map Verdansk. Some of his unlockable challenges are tied to this fictional city meaning that once this map was switched out of the first Warzone he became impossible to complete.
New map
The Resurgence game mode is back with the Warzone 2 update for season 2. This time it's set on Ashika Island, off the coast of Japan. This classic game mode allows teammates to respawn as long as there is still one ally still alive. As this new island is smaller than the previous map it's better equipped to provide a fast-paced alternative to Warzone's traditional battle royale.
The new feature ‘Restore Honor' added in season 2, lets players drop a dog tag after their first death in a game. If this is collected by yourself or a teammate then you are rewarded with cash and a single UAV ping that can reveal supply boxes and enemies.
New event
The new event in the Warzone 2 update sees Ronin transfer over from the first Warzone.
The Path of Ronin event began on season 2's launch and according to the in-game timer is set to finish on March 24. This event has seven challenges spread across Warzone 2 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 remake that are based on the Seven Virtues of Bushido: Compassion, Courage, Honor, Integrity, Loyalty, Respect, and Sincerity. All but Loyalty and Respect are currently playable, the last two become active on February 28.
Warzone 2 update patch notes
As we are well into Season 2 there are plenty of Warzone 2 update patch notes to sink your teeth into. You can read them here (opens in new tab).
Season 2 notable patch notes
The most recent patch notes, released on February 16, addressed the rampant game crashes in Warzone 2 as well as an issue that would freeze players after they'd revive a teammate.
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