Call of Duty: Warzone has officially announced that the much-adored Battle Royale map, Verdansk, is making a triumphant return. After disappearing for three and a half years, fans can expect to drop back into Verdansk on April 3. This classic map first appeared alongside Call of Duty: Warzone’s initial launch back in 2020 but was swapped out for Caldera in December 2021 during Season 1 of Call of Duty: Vanguard. As we gear up for Season 3 of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, the excitement among fans is palpable.
Call of Duty: Warzone has seen several maps over the years, like Verdansk, Urzikstan, and Caldera, but none quite captured players’ hearts like the original. The switch to Caldera left players underwhelmed with its bugs and glitches, hoping for something more refreshing. Al Mazrah and Urzikstan followed, improving upon Caldera but still failing to leave a lasting impression. After countless player requests and a dwindling number of active users, Activision finally decided to bring Verdansk back with Season 3, launching April 3. As we inch closer to the big day, more fascinating details are being shared each week.
With the countdown to Verdansk’s return ticking away, Activision took to Twitter to showcase the official tactical map set for Season 3. There’s been plenty of speculation and leaks, but Activision has now confirmed which iconic locations will reappear next month. Fans can rejoice as popular drop spots like Superstore, Downtown, and Stadium are all set to return in their original forms. The Stadium will have its roof closed, as seen in earlier seasons, but the interior layout details are still kept under wraps.
The runaway success of Fortnite OG in 2023 had Epic Games bringing it back permanently, and it sparked curiosity among Call of Duty enthusiasts, wondering if Verdansk might follow a similar path. According to a dependable leaker, Verdansk is likely to keep evolving beyond Warzone Season 3. TheGhostOfHope, a known source of leaks, hints that Activision plans to refresh Verdansk through the Black Ops 6 seasons and beyond, aiming to captivate players and maintain engagement.
While specifics about Call of Duty Season 3 remain sparse, there have been subtle hints about the return of some vintage Modern Warfare weapons. Fans speculate on weapons like the Grau 5.56, Kilo, and AMAX possibly making a comeback with Verdansk. Although there’s no confirmed word from Activision, some leaked Warzone footage does show these guns. There’s also talk about Modern Warfare’s operators, especially the much-debated Roze operator skin, returning this season. We’ll have to await the full Season 3 reveal to see if these rumors hold any weight.
