Season 4 of Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 launches today, May 29, bringing a host of balance adjustments, gameplay improvements, and bug fixes. Activision has detailed these changes in a comprehensive blog post, highlighting the new content and updates for players to enjoy.

New maps and modes

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The launch of Season 4 introduces two new maps, Tokyo and Paris, with additional Multiplayer maps (Incline and Das Gross) set to arrive later in the season. Players can also look forward to new modes, including Demolition, Hyper Cranked, Cache, Mutation, Headshots Only, and Havoc.

New maps and modes:

New weapons and aftermarket parts

• New maps: Tokyo, Paris (launch); Incline, Das Gross (in-season)
• New modes: Demolition, Hyper Cranked, Cache, Mutation, Headshots Only, Havoc

Season 4 brings new weapons, including the fan-favorite Kar98k marksman rifle, available through the Season 4 battle pass. Other new weapons include the Superi 46 (Submachine Gun) and Reclaimer 18 (Shotgun), both of which are also available through the battle pass. Additionally, eight all-new Aftermarket Parts will be introduced throughout the season.

New weapons:

• Kar98k marksman rifle (battle pass)
• Superi 46 (battle pass, Submachine Gun)
• Reclaimer 18 (battle pass, Shotgun, in-season)

Aftermarket Parts:

• Eight new Aftermarket Parts to be released throughout the season

New killstreaks and perks

Season 4 introduces several new killstreaks and perks to enhance gameplay. The Loitering Munition is an eight-kill (1,000 Score) killstreak featuring an unmanned rocket-equipped drone. The I.M.S. (Intelligent Munitions System) is a seven-kill (875 Score) killstreak with smart explosives. The Missile Drone, available for 11 kills (1,375 Score), is a piloted drone firing guided missiles. The 25-kill DNA Bomb Killstreak calls in a DNA-altering bomb that eliminates the entire enemy team without ending the match.

New killstreaks:

• Loitering Munition: Unmanned rocket-equipped drone (8 kills, 1,000 Score)
• I.M.S.: Intelligent Munitions System with smart explosives (7 kills, 875 Score)
• Missile Drone: Piloted drone firing guided missiles (11 kills, 1,375 Score)
• DNA Bomb Killstreak: DNA-altering bomb (25 kills)

Call of Duty Season 4 New perks:

• Mission Control Vest: Reduces kills required by one and score required by 125 for streaks
• Compression Plate (Gear): Immediate health regeneration after a Primary, Secondary, or Throwing Knife/Star kill; objective captures also trigger health regen

Full patch notes

Global stability and performance

• Addressed various issues causing improper first-person animations.

Customization

• Camos can now be equipped on the B.E.A.S.T. Glove Blueprint for the Gladiator.
• Fixed various customization bugs including decal borders and skin errors.

Multiplayer

• Weapon Mastery and Unlock Challenges can now be added to Tracked Challenges.
• Adjusted pros and cons displayed for specific attachments to better reflect their actual statistics.

Gameplay

• Disabled spawn protection when the player inflicts damage or locks onto a Killstreak.
• Fixed bugs affecting spawn directionality and volume of footstep sounds from enemies.

Progression

• Collateral kills now progress Battle Rage kills challenges as expected.

Maps

• Reworked Hardpoint capture point locations, sizes, and associated spawns on several maps.
• Corrected environmental issues on various maps.

Modes

• Adjusted various game modes to improve gameplay and tracking of lifestreaks and objectives.

Weapons and attachments

• Implemented several balance changes to assault rifles, submachine guns, and other weapon classes.

Perks

• Fixed issues with various vests and gloves, and updated descriptions to match functionality.

Killstreaks

• Adjusted costs and effectiveness of several killstreaks, including Precision Airstrike, Cruise Missile, and Remote Turret.

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• Addressed stability and gameplay issues, fixed customization bugs, and improved various UI and UX elements.

These updates aim to enhance the overall gameplay experience and provide new content for players to enjoy. Whether you’re exploring new maps, testing out new weapons, or strategizing with new killstreaks and perks, Season 4 of Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 offers a fresh and exciting gaming experience.