{"id":969698,"date":"2023-08-02T10:29:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-02T14:29:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/twinfinite.net\/?p=969698"},"modified":"2023-08-02T10:49:55","modified_gmt":"2023-08-02T14:49:55","slug":"warzone-mw2-season-5-patch-notes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/twinfinite.net\/call-of-duty\/warzone-mw2-season-5-patch-notes\/","title":{"rendered":"Warzone 2 &#038; Modern Warfare 2 Season 5 Patch Notes: UI Overhaul, New Weapons, Modes &#038; More"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>As has become the established formula for Activision and new Call of Duty seasons, we know most of the biggest changes coming with Warzone and Modern Warfare 2 Season 5. A lot was revealed with the Season overview unveiled by the devs on July 27 but, now, full patch notes are available and every change is known. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of it isn&#8217;t a surprise \u2013 like the return of the <a href=\"https:\/\/twinfinite.net\/call-of-duty\/ranking-every-modern-warfare-call-of-duty-game\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">original Modern Warfare&#8217;s<\/a> Strike multiplayer map and new vehicles coming to Warzone. Other aspects have come out of the proverbial left-field, meaning players will have to adjust quickly. Here are the full patch notes, courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.callofduty.com\/en\/patchnotes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Activision<\/a> themselves. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-warzone-mw2-season-5-patch-notesglobal\">Warzone &amp; MW2 Season 5 Patch Notes<br>GLOBAL<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3>STABILITY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>This update contains several fixes to reduce the number of known crashes. We continue to prioritize increased stability and crash fixes across all platforms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>BATTLE PASS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/battlepass_season_5.PNG?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/MWII-S05_ANNOUNCEMENT-028-U.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Shadow Company\u2019s Arthur Joins BlackCell<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>One of Shadow Company\u2019s best, Arthur is [[REDACTED]].All we know is that he is a warrior to the core. No face, only a callsign; he is apparently a legend, but no legible records were found.And the only companion he associates with his second-in-command, a K9 Unit in Merlin.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/MWII-S05-BATTLEPASS-003.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/Pet_executions.PNG?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>New Tactical Pets Companion Feature<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>New to Modern Warfare\u00ae II, Operators will have the option to bring companions alongside them in Multiplayer, Battle Royale, and DMZ modes. This provides the unparalleled benefit of companionship along with a devastating Finishing Move.Merlin \u2014 and other Tactical Pets\u2014 cannot be harmed in any way and play a role in Finishing Moves. . . . Just remember to equip the Finishing Move separate from the companion when editing your chosen Operator.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/ui_gunscreen_battle_buddy_blackcell_gwen.png?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>New: Battle Buddy<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Another new addition to Modern Warfare II is a Battle Buddy&nbsp; \u2013 virtual \u201cassistants\u201d who act as a mini-announcer with some additional personality.\u201cGwen\u201d is the first, as her Gun Screen \u2013 what she prefers as opposed to \u201cBattle Buddy\u201d \u2013 is packaged with Arthur and his K9 unit Merlin. Just perform well with her equipped, because she has no time to assist with anything but a successful mission.She will callout Killstreak activations, kills \u2013 including with specific weapons or equipment \u2013 and other in-game personal events, especially when you win or perform well in a match.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>OPERATORS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>New Operators<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/MWII-S05_ANNOUNCEMENT-026.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Oz<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>When General Shepherd asked him to take the lead in a cyber defense division of a new PMC group, Oz was ready to join Shadow Company\u2026 As their \u201cde facto leader,\u201d Oz uses both his elite special operations toolset on the ground as well as his skills in cyberwarfare.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/MWII-S05_ANNOUNCEMENT-027.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Graves<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>He\u2019s back.&nbsp;You probably have questions. Graves does not have time for answers. He says he was never in that tank that exploded at the hands of the 141, and now it\u2019s back to business.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/MWII-S05_ANNOUNCEMENT-029.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mila<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Biographical intel for this Operator has been [[REDACTED]].&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/MWII-S05_ANNOUNCEMENT-030.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Velikan<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The Shadow Company warden of Building 21 just got ousted by Konni Group, so now this \u201cgiant\u201d is ready for new operations.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>EVENTS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/faction_event.PNG?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/Screengrab_Rewards_8_2.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Faction Showdown<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Choose Task Force 141 or Shadow Company. The Faction with the most eliminations at the end of the event wins. Players can switch Factions at any time during the event. Complete all 5 challenges for each Faction to unlock a Mastery Reward for that Faction. Completing all challenges for the winning Faction earns additional rewards.&nbsp;Choose a side, fight until the last minute, get rewarded, and await further orders as the event concludes, prior to mid-season.&nbsp;This event will kick-off on August 4th.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/daily-log-in_HipHop.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Call of Duty Celebrates 50 Years of Hip Hop<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>In celebration of 50 years of hip hop, Modern Warfare II and Call of Duty: Warzone will have free content and special Bundles available throughout Season 05:\n<ul>\n<li>Daily Login Rewards:\n<ul>\n<li>3 War Tracks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exclusive Weapon Blueprint<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Operators:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Snoop Dogg&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nicki Minaj&nbsp;<\/strong>(In-Season)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>21 Savage&nbsp;<\/strong>(Mid-Season)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/MWII-S05_ANNOUNCEMENT-033.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/MWII-S05_ANNOUNCEMENT-033B-.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/MWII-S05_ANNOUNCEMENT-034.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3>GAMEPLAY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Movement<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Slide<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Decreased slide time and increased slide velocity, so the Player covers the same distance in a shorter amount of time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allowed the Player to fire slightly sooner after initiating a slide<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Jump<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Small increase to the lateral velocity boost while jumping<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Small reduction to the landing slowdown penalty while landing&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>WEAPONS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>New Weapons<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/image_(127).png?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>FR Avancer (Assault Rifle)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>With a blinding fire rate and exceptional maneuverability, in the right hands, this aggressive bullpup rifle can dominate the battlefield.\n<ul>\n<li>Unlocked via Battle Pass&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/MWII-S05_ANNOUNCEMENT-025-U.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Carrack .300 (Sniper Rifle)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>This semi-auto bullpup sniper rifle features an exceptionally high fire rate and a unique design for best-in-class handling and stability when on the move.\n<ul>\n<li>Unlocked via Battle Pass&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/throwing_knife_customization.PNG?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Customizable Throwing Knives<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Players can now select Lethal Equipment Skins (in-match only)<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Weapon Balancing&nbsp;<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u00bb Light Machine Guns \u00ab<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>RAPP H<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Increased semi auto Damage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduced semi auto rate of fire<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p><em>The following weapon changes are applicable to Warzone only.&nbsp;<\/em><em>While we are generally pleased with the state of Weapon balance in Warzone, our work is never done. Internal data has shown that the Cronen Squall is still performing better than we would like\u2013enough so that it would restrict the pool of viable Weapons. Our main focus of these changes is and always will be to broaden gameplay options at every level of play. Not all Weapons have the potential to sit atop the charts\u2013and that is okay. As long as those Weapons enable a playstyle or have a niche in which they can thrive, that is our goal. Below you will find changes that aim to level the playing field between some of the top and bottom performers.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u00bb Assault Rifles \u00ab&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Chimera<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Close-mid Damage increased&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>M13B<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Headshot Multiplier increased<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u00bb Battle Rifles \u00ab<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cronen Squall<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Maximum Damage decreased<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimum Damage increased<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Neck Damage Multiplier decreased<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upper Torso Damage Multiplier decreased<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lower Torso Damage Multiplier decreased<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Limb Damage Multipliers decreased<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u00bb Light Machine Guns \u00ab<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>HCR 56<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Limb Damage Multipliers decreased&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>RAAL MG&nbsp;<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Headshot Multiplier increased&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u00bb Submachine Guns \u00ab<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>MX9<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Close-mid Damage increased<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Neck Multiplier increased<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upper Torso Multiplier increased<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lower Torso Multiplier increased<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Minibak<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Damage step added at mid-far range<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimum Damage decreased<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Headshot Multiplier increased<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Lachmann Sub<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Maximum Damage Range decreased<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Close-mid Damage Range decreased<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>VEL-46<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Neck Multiplier increased<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upper Torso Multiplier increased<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lower Torso Multiplier increased<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>BAS-P<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Maximum Damage Range increased<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Neck Multiplier increased<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upper Torso Multiplier increased<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lower Torso Multiplier increased<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Fennec 45<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Maximum Damage increased<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p><em>Lastly, we are aware of concerns surrounding the Signal 50 in Warzone. While our data does not suggest the Signal 50 is out of the normal range in performance, its experiential impact for Players is equally important to us. At this time we do not feel it is necessary to make changes to the Signal 50, but we will continue to monitor the data and your feedback closely.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3>EQUIPMENT<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Adjustments<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Drill Charge<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Reduced damage from drilling when a Player is stuck with a Drill Charge, providing a larger opportunity for death from explosion<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Recon Drone<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Recon Drone\u2019s health bar now updates every time the drone is accessed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tactical Camera&nbsp;<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Removed audio distortion when failing to use a Tactical Camera&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>PERKS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Adjustments<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bomb Squad<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Bomb Squad will protect against death from explosive Equipment stuck directly to the Player when fully armored | Warzone only<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Quick Fix<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Added visual cues for attacking someone with active Quick Fix<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Entering an objective with Quick Fix equipped will now visually show when the health regeneration effect is active.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>AUDIO<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Adjustments<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Further improved audio balance to favor some sounds over others (i.e. Airplane audio will be mixed down when using voice chat)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Added alert sound from pets when being spotted<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Audio Bug Fixes<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Fixed an issue where knife pickups could play an incorrect sound<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue where the out of bounds sound would repeat incorrectly&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>UI\/UX<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Adjustments<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Updated CODHQ Landing Page&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Adds Game Mode tiles to the Games section of CODHQ, allowing Players to jump to a specific row from the CODHQ menu&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/Game_modes_into_games_section_of_CoDHQ.PNG?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/Game_modes_into_games_section_of_CoDHQ_2.PNG?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Skin Carousel in the Lobby<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Added a carousel that allows Players to change the skin of their selected Operator while searching for a Match.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/image_(2).png?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Combat Detail Widget<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Added a new widget that provides info upon Player death:\n<ul>\n<li>Who killed you, what weapon, how many shots, etc<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Widget will list multiple Players and environmental damage when applicable&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>VEHICLES<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>New Vehicles in Al Mazrah<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/MWII-S05_ANNOUNCEMENT-013.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>MRAP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>A vehicle roughly the size and shape of the Cargo Truck, the MRAP is equipped for heavy combat with additional armor plating and turrets, making it a slower, yet effective, vehicle for attack or defense.\n<ul>\n<li>Grenade turret in the front, machine gun turret at the back<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MRAP driver can launch smoke grenades<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spawns locked in Battle Royale and DMZ; key can be purchased at Buy Stations&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/MWII-S05_ANNOUNCEMENT-014.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dirt Bike<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>A nimble and rapid form of transportation, the Dirt Bike is ready for Operators to lose enemies through tight alleys, perform hairpin turns on a dime, and get across any map without much cover but with plenty of style.\n<ul>\n<li>Driver can perform 9 unique tricks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Earn a bonus for performing tricks and combos!&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>GLOBAL BUG FIXES<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Fixed an issue where Operator Skins and Finishing Moves could reset after suspending on consoles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue where some Players were not getting awarded BlackCell items correctly (Season 04)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue where the Player was unable to obtain Battle Pass rewards when on the BlackCell exclusive version of the reward (Season 04)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue where tablet screens may cover part of the screen when activated<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue where in the progression menu UI, Prestige 6 was swapped with Prestige 10<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue that would occasionally prevent the \u2018Reap This\u2019 Kastov-74u Blueprint from equipping in-game<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue where objects could float in the air if dropped on glass that was then broken by disabling ability to drop objects on glass surfaces<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue where a placeholder name is displayed when completing the \u201cGet 30 headshot Operator kills with Battle Rifles\u201d challenge to unlock the Cronen Squall<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue where Battle Pass and Weapon 2XP tags could appear incorrectly on the Playlist tile<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue where opening, but not using, the SAE Killstreak tablet at the end of a match will show the Heartbeat Sensor UI before\/during the final kill<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an exploit where Players were able to transfer Completionist camos to weapons without unlocking them<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue that could cause the game to display incorrectly while using snap layouts on PC<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue where Xbox Players\u2019 Operator Skins would reset to default after the Xbox times out and turns off<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue that could cause the killfeed widget to function incorrectly&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>PC &amp; CONSOLE SETTINGS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Introducing \u201cEco Mode\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Found in the Graphics Settings menu, with three options:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Off:&nbsp;<\/strong>Same behavior as all previous updates with no power savings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Minimal (Default):<\/strong>&nbsp;Frame rate capped at 60hz and slight drop in 3D scene resolution for the Multiplayer and Warzone lobbies only. Yields an average power savings of 20%.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Full:&nbsp;<\/strong>Frame rate capped at 30hz and larger drop in 3D scene resolution for the Multiplayer and Warzone lobbies only. Yields an average power savings of 50%.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3><a><\/a>SPECIAL OPS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3>BUG FIXES<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Fixed an issue that caused some Players to not receive Raid rewards as expected. Players who were impacted by this bug will receive the rewards correctly upon future completion(s).&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue that caused objective icons to not display correctly&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue that caused the Intel page to display an incorrect number of intel pieces<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue that prevented the 150-intel reward from unlocking correctly. Players are required to complete any one additional mission for it to be rewarded<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue where Players would lose their Assault Suit if worn while cutting a door in the Atomgrad Raid Episode 03&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3><a><\/a>MULTIPLAYER<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3>MAPS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>New Maps<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/MWII-S05_ANNOUNCEMENT-002.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Punta Mar (6v6)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Punta Mar is a recently evacuated tourist attraction in Las Almas \u2014 once a bustling town on a hill overlooking a beautiful South American beach. Prepare to fight up and down that hill, maneuvering through shops, across rooftops, and through abandoned residences to take control of an area centered around a cobblestone street.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/MWII-S05_ANNOUNCEMENT-003.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Strike (6v6)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Fan-favorite Strike returns to Call of Duty and will be familiar to many veteran Players with some updates for Modern Warfare II!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/MWII-S05_ANNOUNCEMENT-004.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lounge (Gunfight)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>This compact map for Gunfight and other small-squad modes takes place in a high-scale, high-octane club. Take the stairs or climb to a balcony for a view across the main chamber, and when the center gets too hot, try your luck in the game room or under the spotlights of the stage behind the grand piano.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/MWII-S05_ANNOUNCEMENT-005.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Canal (Gunfight)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Situated in the vicinity of Vondel, Canal features cellars below the cobblestone streets above, with the action occurring between the canal bridges where the water or a moored boat are useful in your tactical planning. Be ready for close quarters combat while weaving through the brewery and restaurant.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>PLAYLIST<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>New Modes<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/MWII-S05_ANNOUNCEMENT-007.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Havoc<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Players start with one modifier at the beginning of a match. Once a squad is the first to reach a multiple of 12 kills \u2013 12, 24, 36, 48, and 60 \u2013 the game adds a new modifier to the match for both teams, from a pool of 14 available modifiers. Here are examples of just five of them:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Ammo Feeder:<\/strong>&nbsp;Auto reloads a weapon (from stock ammo) upon elimination.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Boots Off the Ground:<\/strong>&nbsp;Moon gravity. Affects only player jump heights, not thrown equipment or ballistics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flameshot:&nbsp;<\/strong>Flame-tipped Crossbows and Molotovs only. All Loadouts change immediately to this upon modifier activation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hero Landing:&nbsp;<\/strong>Landing from a big drop causes a frag-grenade-like explosion around you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Perspective Shift:&nbsp;<\/strong>Everyone swaps to a third-person camera view.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/MWII-S05_ANNOUNCEMENT-008-U.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Big Capture the Flag<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Want to go bigger? Then the Battle Maps are ready for some classic Capture the Flag matches in Season 05. Whether it is on the streets of Guijarro or in the waterlogged Mawizeh Marshlands, Big Capture the Flag on a 20v20 scale is a recipe for some epic matches.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/MWII-S05_ANNOUNCEMENT-010-U.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Gunfight Variants<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Step into the 2v2 Gunfight arena with three different variants available throughout Season 05. Look for the following:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Gunfight Custom (Launch):<\/strong>&nbsp;Featuring standard Gunfight rules, but the weaponry you bring is taken from your favorite Loadouts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gunfight Snipers (In-Season):<\/strong>&nbsp;Tool up with your favorite sniper or marksman rifle, and leave the Secondary, Tacticals, and Lethals at home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Armored Gunfight (In-Season):<\/strong>&nbsp;Need more protection during your 2v2 skirmishes? Then welcome to Armored Gunfight, a variation on the fan-favorite mode, featuring standard Gunfight rules with one distinct difference; armor is enabled! Each squadmate comes to the fight with 150 HP of Armor, 100 Health, and no replacement plates or health regeneration. All other Gunfight rules apply (win conditions, overtime, capturing the overtime flag), but your takedown tactics should be adjusted accordingly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>BUG FIXES<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Adjustments<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Removed weapons dropping too close to players in modes with team revive active.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Updated Gunfight weapon table to include Blueprints up through Season 05<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Players will have their sidearms removed if playing Gunfight with specified weapon categories (i.e. Snipers only)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Updated the default score limit for Grind to 75 points in Private Matches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Removed the \u201cCare Package Drop Time\u201d option in Infected Private Matches&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Bug Fixes<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Fixed an issue preventing Radar Always On from working correctly in Private Matches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue causing overlapping icons on Point A when playing Control on Vondel Waterfront<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Fixed an issue on Santa Se\u00f1a Border Crossing where bots would attempt to path to invalid locations if all other Players in the match are dead<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue that could prevent health packs from dropping in Hardcore Private Matches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue where Players would not be able to toggle NVGs after extracting a prisoner in Prisoner Rescue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue in Cyber Attack where Players could lock up their view model animation by spamming melee while planting the EMP<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue that allowed Players to pick up the prisoner out of bound in Prisoner Rescue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue in zone capture modes where the zone would flicker between unoccupied and controlled&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue in Prisoner Rescue where the prisoner would T-pose with no head if the carrier died while out of bounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue where explosive bullet kills would not progress the weapon ladder in Gun Game&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>MWII RANKED PLAY<a><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/mwii\/2023\/season_02\/ranked_play\/RankedPlayBlog_02.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Season 05 of MWII Ranked Play features NEW Seasonal Rewards to unlock, including the Pro Re-Issue TAQ-56, Division Weapon Camos, and much more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are the Season 05 specific details to keep in mind for new and returning competitors. Need a refresher? The Call of Duty Blog has you covered right&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.callofduty.com\/blog\/2023\/02\/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-II-ranked-play-features-challenges-rewards#Challenges\">here<\/a>&nbsp;and the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/callofdutyleague.com\/en-us\/competitive-settings\">CDL Competitive Settings V 1.4.1<\/a>&nbsp;will help inform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Season 05 Highlight Changes<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Competitive Game Settings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>New Season 05 Restrictions\n<ul>\n<li>Assault Rifles\n<ul>\n<li>FR Avancer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sniper Rifles\n<ul>\n<li>Carrack .300<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Returning Restrictions in addition to the CDL Competitive Settings\n<ul>\n<li>Assault Rifles\n<ul>\n<li>Tempus Razorback<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SMGs\n<ul>\n<li>ISO 45<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shotguns\n<ul>\n<li>MX Guardian<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Melee\n<ul>\n<li>Tonfa<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attachments\n<ul>\n<li>Corvus Torch Underbarrel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SR (Skill Rating) &amp; Divisions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>End of Season Skill Setback\n<ul>\n<li>At the end of each Season, your ending Skill Division will determine where you start the following season:\n<ul>\n<li>Bronze through Crimson I Players are set back three Tiers below where they finished in the previous season.\n<ul>\n<li>Example: A Player ending Season 04 in Gold III will begin Season 05 in Silver III.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Players Crimson II and above will start Season 05 in Diamond I.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>MWII Ranked Play Season 05 Rewards<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Season 05 Win Rewards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Throughout the Season 05, Players can earn the following rewards:\n<ul>\n<li>5 Wins: \u2018Season 05 Competitor\u2019 Weapon Sticker<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>10 Wins: Pro Re-Issue TAQ-56 Weapon Blueprint<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>25 Wins: \u2018Big Brain Plays\u2019 Weapon Charm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>50 Wins: \u2018Heating Up\u2019 Large Weapon Decal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>75 Wins: \u2018MWII Ranked Play Season 05\u2019 Loading Screen<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>100 Wins: \u2018MWII Season 05 Ranked Veteran\u2019 Weapon Camo<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>End of Season Division Rewards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>At the end of each Season, Players will be awarded Skill Division rewards that represent their highest attained Division that Season.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Skill Division Skins:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Earn a Skill Division Skin for use with both CDL Male &amp; Female Operators on both Factions to represent your highest Skill Division. Once the Skins from one Skill Division have been unlocked they can be permanently used in following Seasons and anywhere you play:\n<ul>\n<li>Top 250: Unlock the \u2018Top 250 Competitor\u2019 Skin by finishing a Season in the Top 250 Skill Division. Players must be in the Division at the end of the Season to qualify for this reward.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gold &#8211; Iridescent: Earn the applicable \u2018Gold Competitor\u2019, \u2018Platinum Competitor\u2019, \u2018Diamond Competitor\u2019, \u2018Crimson Competitor\u2019, or \u2018Iridescent Competitor\u2019 Skin based on your highest Skill Division reached over the course of the Season.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Seasonal Division Rewards<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Each Ranked Play Season features a unique set of Division Rewards awarded at the end of the Season to celebrate the Player\u2019s highest Skill Division reached that Season.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rewards Update<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Starting in Season 05, players will continue to earn Emblems associated with their highest attained Division. Those who climb into Gold and above will obtain a new reward each season where we previously offered a Weapon Charm. For Season 05, we&#8217;re kicking off this new reward rotation with Season Division Camos.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Season 05 rewards are as follows:\n<ul>\n<li>Top 250: \u2018Season 05 Top 250\u2019 Animated Weapon Camo, Emblem, and Calling Card\n<ul>\n<li>Players must be in the Top 250 Division at the end of the Season to qualify for these rewards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Iridescent: \u2018Season 05 Iridescent\u2019 Weapon Camo, Emblem, and Calling Card<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crimson: \u2018Season 05 Crimson\u2019 Weapon Camo and Emblem<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diamond: \u2018Season 05 Diamond\u2019 Weapon Camo and Emblem<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Platinum: \u2018Season 05 Platinum\u2019 Weapon Camo and Emblem<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gold: \u2018Season 05 Gold\u2019 Weapon Camo and Emblem<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Silver: Emblem<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bronze: Emblem<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ranked Play First Place:<\/strong>&nbsp;The Player who finishes Season 05 in the #1 position on the Top 250 Leaderboard will receive a unique, one-of-a-kind Calling Card and Emblem for the ultimate bragging rights.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=NKh5_g7obS4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/NKh5_g7obS4\/maxresdefault.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Video Thumbnail\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for the Gold, Platinum, Diamond, Crimson, or Iridescent Weapon Camo? Click&nbsp;this&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Treyarch\/status\/1686453110070550528\">@Treyarch tweet link<\/a>&nbsp;to see it! (Follow us too!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/common\/line_1.png?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3><a><\/a>WARZONE 2.0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/common\/line_2.png?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3>ALL WARZONE<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em><br>The patch notes detailed in the section below apply to the entirety of Warzone including but not limited to Battle Royale variants and DMZ.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>UI\/UX<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Improved Pings<\/strong><em>Quality of Life<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>Ping priority for stacked icons<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Better visibility for Contracts &amp; Vehicles on Tac Map<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/common\/line_2.png?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3>BATTLE ROYALE, RESURGENCE, PLUNDER, LOCKDOWN<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em><br>The patch notes detailed in the section below are exclusive to Battle Royale, which includes but is not limited to standard Battle Royale, Resurgence, Plunder, and more.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>PLAYLIST<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/warzone\/s05_2weeks_final.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As a reminder, we will continue to rotate modes in and out of the Playlist on a weekly basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For regular updates about the Playlist and other Scheduled Events, check out the dedicated&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/trello.com\/b\/1eSBEowr\/raven-software-warzone-20\">Warzone Trello Board<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>MODES<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/warzone\/banner_12.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Fort Resurgence<\/strong><em>&nbsp;In-Season<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>Al Bagra Fortress and its greater surroundings, will be added to the Resurgence map rotation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Armored Royale<\/strong><em>In-Season<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>Reinforce your Squad in this Battle Royale Mode with a big difference \u2014 you\u2019re dropping onto your own MRAP, and it\u2019s up to you to use, fortify, and repair this hulking vehicle with its turret, protective shielding, and mobile Buy Station, while cutting through rivals operating their own behemoth trucks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>GENERAL<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/warzone\/banner_10.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><br>All Maps | All Modes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Play Again Matchmaking Status<\/strong><em>&nbsp;Quality of Life<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>Players will now see their matchmaking status during the Play Again Loading Screen.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Champion\u2019s Quest<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Players now need to hold all available elements to progress the timer while locating the next one.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Al Mazrah | Battle Royale<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Player Count<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>All Squad Sizes on Al Mazrah Battle Royale have had their Player counts reduced to 100, down from 150.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ranked will remain at 150 Players until further notice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>GAMEPLAY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/warzone\/banner_5.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>General<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Thus far, we\u2019ve reintroduced several second-chance mechanics and included new ones, albeit scarcely due to concerns of making the mid-game feel claustrophobic and dragging out the climax of a match. In Season 05, we\u2019re dialing up these second-chance mechanics (Gulag Kit, Redeploy Pack,&nbsp;Reinforcement Flare and Reduced buy-back prices) so that players will be able to return to the Warzone more often. At the same time, we\u2019re reducing the number of players across our core Battle Royale modes which will prevent the match feeling too chaotic but provide improved matchmaking times, faster pre-game lobbies, and a better quality of match overall. These changes paired with faster circle movement will elevate the pace of a Battle Royale match with more gameplay uptime!&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>As always, we will be carefully reviewing sentiment and data to make sure that the engagement pacing remains healthy, and that Players can still pursue new personal records. These modifications will not be made to Warzone Ranked Play at this time due to second life mechanics being restricted in the mode.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>New Features<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Al Mazrah, Ashika Island | Battle Royale, Resurgence<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Favorite Supply Box&nbsp;<em>Loot<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reinforcement Flare&nbsp;<em>Field Upgrade<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Portable Redeploy Drone (P.R.D.)&nbsp;<em>Field Upgrade<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Signals Intelligence&nbsp;<em>Contract<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Occupation Scan&nbsp;<em>Public Event<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High Stakes&nbsp;<em>Public Event<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>TAV&nbsp;<em>Vehicle<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>We\u2019re eager to bring over the exciting new gameplay additions that debuted with Vondel to the other maps. From finding personalized loadout crates, the mobility granting P.R.D and more &#8211; These additions are sure to bring new ways to approach familiar territory.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/warzone\/banner_11.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Al Mazrah | Battle Royale<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>MRAP (Mine Resistant Ambush Protected)&nbsp;<\/strong><em>Vehicle | In-Season<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>A vehicle roughly the size and shape of the Cargo Truck, the MRAP is equipped for heavy combat with additional armor plating and turrets, making it a slower, yet effective, vehicle for attack or defense.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MRAP Keys are available at Buy Stations for $50,000 that will enable the ability to start and drive one of three vehicles located on the map. .\n<ul>\n<li><em>The key must be used from the Player\u2019s Backpack.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This vehicle is disabled in Solos and Ranked Play.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s05-patch-notes\/warzone\/banner_1.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Dirt Bike<\/strong><em>&nbsp;Vehicle<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>A nimble and rapid form of transportation that can perform hairpin turns on a dime and can technically fit up to two Players.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Buy Station<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Locations on Al Mazrah have been refreshed to provide new combat scenarios and strategies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Limited Stock row now contains new items:\n<ul>\n<li>Reinforcement Flare\n<ul>\n<li>Count: 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Price: $5,000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>P.R.D.\n<ul>\n<li>Count: 2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Price: $2,000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Self-Revive Kit\n<ul>\n<li>Count: 2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Price: $4,000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Durable Gas Mask\n<ul>\n<li>Count: 2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Price: $3,500<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Vondel | Battle Royale<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Champion\u2019s Quest<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Champion&#8217;s Quest has arrived in Vondel &#8211; similar to Al Mazrah the goal is to collect 3 elements, plant them and defend them!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The twist? The elements have new effects:\n<ul>\n<li>Gallium: Reveals all nearby team members who held it previously as if a Snapshot Grenade affected you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deuterium: Fatigues its carrier, causing the Player to cough when they exert too much effort.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Neptunium: Periodically electrocutes everything within close proximity including Players and Vehicles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vondel\u2019s Champions Quest offers unique rewards including a Weapon Blueprint, Charm, and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Adjustments<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>All Maps | All Modes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bomb Squad<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>The Bomb Squad Perk will protect against death from explosive Equipment stuck directly to the Player when fully armored.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Buy Back Price<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Price reduced to $3,000, down from $4,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>This change does not apply to Ranked Play.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>P.R.D. Behavior<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Increased deployment speed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improved airborne mobility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increased velocity when ascending&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>With the P.R.D now dropping on all maps, we&#8217;ve decreased the time it takes to lift off, sending you much higher than before, while allowing you to be more agile than before.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Al Mazrah | Battle Royale<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Circle Timing<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>The \u201cDelay Time\u201d before the first movement of the gas is now 90 seconds, down from 220 seconds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The \u201cClose Time\u201d of how long the gas takes to collapse to the next size is now 215 seconds, down from 270 seconds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>This change does not apply to Ranked Play.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>We\u2019re shaving off around 3 minutes of the first circle&#8217;s logic with a combination of reducing the wait time before movement, and collapsing faster. The initial circle is displayed and in-play earlier which will more clearly highlight the safe (or not so safe areas) before you infil. With the remainder of the matches circle pacing playing out as it did previously. .<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Circle Size<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Decreased the size of the initial circle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>This change does not apply to Ranked Play.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Loot<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Increased spawn rate of the following items:\n<ul>\n<li>Gulag Tokens<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Redeploy Packs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reinforcement&nbsp;Flares<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Vondel | Battle Royale, Resurgence<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Circle Placement<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>The first circle is now more centered in BR &amp; Resurgence<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Vondel | Resurgence<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Reinforcement Flare Improvements&nbsp;<\/strong><em>Quality of Life<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>Players will now get their Reinforcement Flare refunded if it fails to deploy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Reinforcement Flare now prioritizes players who are still connected to the match.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>UI\/UX<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Battle Royale Win Streak Tracker<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>There is now a Win Streak Tracker on the menu and in-game to display your progress towards a Champion\u2019s Quest.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Total Ammunition Count&nbsp;<\/strong><em>Quality of Life<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>Shows total amount of ammunition in both backpack and player loadout in the currently equipped weapon.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Total Squad Cash&nbsp;<\/strong><em>Quality of Life<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>In the Squad Widget, the total squad cash will be displayed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>WARZONE RANKED PLAY<a><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.callofduty.com\/content\/dam\/atvi\/callofduty\/cod-touchui\/patchnotes\/body\/s03-reloaded-patch-notes\/MWII-S03-RELOADED-009.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Season 05 brings new rewards to Warzone Ranked Play for its second full season of competition under the Al-Mazrah sun, including the Pro Issue Hemlock,&nbsp; Division Weapon Camos, and much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are the Season 05 specific details to keep in mind for new and returning competitors. Need a refresher? The Call of Duty Blog has you covered right&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.callofduty.com\/blog\/2023\/05\/call-of-duty-warzone-2-0-ranked-play-overview-mode-features-rewards\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Season 05 Highlight Changes and Fixes<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Global Battle Royale Changes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Check out the Gameplay section above for some important updates to Battle Royale and Al Mazrah.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Match Ruleset Updates<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>New Vehicles and Gameplay Elements<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Vehicles\n<ul>\n<li>Tactical Amphibious Vehicle (TAV)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dirt Bike<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contracts\n<ul>\n<li>Signals Intelligence<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gameplay Elements\n<ul>\n<li>P.R.D (Personal Redeploy Drone)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reinforcement Flare<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Disabled Vehicles, Events, and Gameplay Elements<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Vehicles\n<ul>\n<li>MRAP<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Events\n<ul>\n<li>Occupation Scan Public Event<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High Stakes Public Event<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gameplay Elements\n<ul>\n<li>Favorite Supply Box<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Restricted Weapons and Equipment<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Weapons\n<ul>\n<li>X13 Auto<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Basilisk<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MX Guardian<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>KV Broadside<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attachments\n<ul>\n<li>Explosive Ammo (Sniper Rifles)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dragon\u2019s Breath Ammo (Shotguns)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SR (Skill Rating) &amp; Divisions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Final Placement SR\n<ul>\n<li>SR earned for Placement Milestones has been increased.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Updated Placement SR:\n<ul>\n<li>Top 40: 15 (Up from 10)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Top 30: 30 (Up from 20)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Top 20: 45 (Up from 30)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Top 10: 60 (Up from 40)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Top 5: 80 (Up from 50)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Top 3: 100 (Up from 60)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Top 2: 125 (Up from 80)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Victory: 150 (Up from 100)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>This adjustment will help Placement Milestone SR feel more impactful throughout the match. Players will still need to earn high Kills and Assists in addition to high Placements to reach the highest Skill Divisions.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>End of Season Skill Setback\n<ul>\n<li>At the end of each Season, your ending Skill Division will determine where you start the following season:\n<ul>\n<li>Bronze through Crimson I Players are set back three Tiers below where they finished in the previous season.\n<ul>\n<li>Example: A Player ending Season 04 in Gold III will begin Season 05 in Silver III.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Players Crimson II and above will start Season 05 in Diamond I.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>WZ Ranked Play Season 05 Rewards<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Season 05 Challenge Rewards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Throughout the Season 05, Players can earn the following rewards:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Placement Challenges<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Finish \u2018Top 15\u2019 25 Times: \u2018Popped Off\u2019 Large Decal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finish \u2018Top 5\u2019 25 Times: Pro Issue ISO Hemlock Weapon Blueprint<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finish 1st Place: \u2018Straight Dubs\u2019 Weapon Charm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kill &amp; Assist Challenges<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Get 25 Kills or Assists: \u2018WZ Season 05 Competitor\u2019 Sticker<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get 250 Kills or Assists: \u2018WZ Ranked Play Season 05\u2019 Loading Screen<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get 1000 Kills or Assists: \u2018WZ Season 05 Ranked Veteran\u2019 Camo<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>End of Season Division Rewards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>At the end of each Season, Players will be awarded Skill Division rewards that represent their highest attained Division that Season.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rewards Update<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Starting in Season 05, players will continue to earn Emblems associated with their highest attained Division. Those who climb into Gold and above will obtain a new reward each season where we previously offered a Weapon Charm. For Season 05, we&#8217;re kicking off this new reward rotation with Season Division Camos.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Seasonal Division Rewards<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Each Ranked Play Season will have a unique set of Division Rewards awarded at the end of the Season to celebrate the Player\u2019s highest Skill Division reached that Season.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Season 05 rewards are as follows:\n<ul>\n<li>Top 250: \u2018WZ Season 05 Top 250\u2019 Animated Weapon Camo, Emblem, and Calling Card\n<ul>\n<li>Players must be in the Top 250 Division at the end of the Season to qualify for these rewards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Iridescent: \u2018WZ Season 05 Iridescent\u2019 Weapon Camo, Emblem, and Calling Card<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crimson: \u2018WZ Season 05 Crimson\u2019 Weapon Camo and Emblem<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diamond: \u2018WZ Season 05 Diamond\u2019 Weapon Camo and Emblem<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Platinum: \u2018WZ Season 05 Platinum\u2019 Weapon Camo and Emblem<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gold: \u2018WZ Season 05 Gold\u2019 Weapon Camo and Emblem<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Silver: Emblem<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bronze: Emblem<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ranked Play First Place:<\/strong>&nbsp;The Player who finishes Season 05 in the #1 position on the Top 250 Leaderboard will receive a unique, one-of-a-kind Calling Card and Emblem for the ultimate bragging rights.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/w2dfgfJuE8E\/maxresdefault.jpg?w=640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Video Thumbnail\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for the Gold, Platinum, Diamond, Crimson, or Iridescent Weapon Camo? Click&nbsp;this&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Treyarch\/status\/1686453110070550528\">@Treyarch tweet link<\/a>&nbsp;to see it! (Follow us too!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>BUG FIXES<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Fixed a number of issues that may have caused momentary hitching for some players in Battle Royale matches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue in Battle Royale game modes that prevented the application of Lethal Equipment Skins.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue in Battle Royale Private Match that caused the squad details button to display incorrectly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue that caused Perk Package icons to load with significant delay in Buy Stations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue that caused Train sounds to be silent or cut off around the map.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue that caused the Most Wanted Flag to not appear on the Player who has a Most Wanted Contract.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue that prevented players from joining a Private Match lobby.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3><a><\/a>DMZ<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>The patch notes detailed in the section below are exclusive to DMZ.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Al Mazrah, Ashika Island, and Vondel are all under attack.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Battles rage between the existing factions and a new threat, Konni.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both sides will be fighting with everything they\u2019ve got, calling in Killstreaks in what is known as Active Combat Zones. Intel suggests that higher-quality supplies and gear are more present in Active Combat Zones compared to single-faction areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Al Mazrah, all Cartel are KIA within the Koschei Complex. Konni found it, completely gutted it, and found some additional hidden tunnels under the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We have also lost Building 21 to the Konni Group. With your help, we can get it back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To all Operators: Shadow Company are your family now. We will not take the first shot on any Operator in any DMZ Exclusion Zone, and fight arm-in-arm with you in our battle against Konni.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>GAMEPLAY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>New Field Upgrades<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Disguise<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Built for pure stealth engagements, the Disguised Field Upgrade allows you to appear as a member of a DMZ Combatant (AI) Faction. Equip the Disguise and DMZ Combatants of the same faction will not attack unless you blow your cover and act aggressively towards them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Battle Revive<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>An experimental stimulant offering an adrenaline rush as you complete a self-revive: A Self-Revive mixed with pure Battle Rage! After using it to get up from Last Stand, it immediately activates Battle Rage\u2019s effects, allowing you to heal more quickly. The Tactical Sprint is also constantly refreshed for a short period of time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Self-Revive Box<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Much like an Armor Box, this Field Upgrade holds multiple Self-Revive Kits. Perfect for squad-based infiltrations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>New Equipment<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Scuba Gas Mask<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>This is a Gas Mask that also acts as a Rebreather, providing protection from radioactive winds, gas, and allows for underwater breathing for an extended period of time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Updates<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>New Missions and Urgents<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>New Missions and new Urgent Missions (if unlocked) will become available in Season 05.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Friendly Fire<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Due to recent developments in Al Mazrah, Shadow Company is now allied with Operators across the Exclusion Zones. However, friendly fire will not be tolerated and this group WILL become hostile if provoked.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Adjustments<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Improved clarity on some Mission descriptions&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adjusted infil locations across some Exclusion Zones&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>BUG FIXES<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Fixed an issue causing an incorrect Assimilation icon&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue where Blueprints didn\u2019t count for certain \u2018acquire weapon\u2019 Missions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue where the Notes menu could malfunction when navigating to Co-Op before DMZ<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue where certain items would be revoked from DMZ inventory&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed a number of collision issues with the SAM sites across Exclusion Zones<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue where the smoke for the Quid Pro Quo mission was disappearing&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue causing the Signal Intelligence contract to have missing sounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue where IR Beacon placement actions were missing sounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue causing enemy weapon Blueprints to sometimes appear incorrectly after stowing into a Backpack slot<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed an issue causing some Players to encounter Dev Errors in Building 21<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Good luck, have fun! Be good to each other!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>That&#8217;s everything included in Call of Duty Warzone and MW2 Season 5. <\/strong>We do expect follow-up patches and hotfixes to drop in the coming days and weeks, with large patches always having some unintended consequences and issues to iron out. 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