Season 03 Reloaded for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Call of Duty: Warzone was a historical update released on May 1, 2025, at 9 a.m. PT. Its headline additions were two Multiplayer maps, new Zombies systems including Directed Mode for Shattered Veil, and substantial Verdansk changes such as a moving loot train, High Value Loot Zones, Ranked Play, and new limited-time modes. The update also introduced the Ladra SMG and a Goblin Mk2 conversion, although the announcement treated several weapons and events as seasonal rewards rather than confirming permanent availability. Activision’s original details are collected in its April 29, 2025 announcement. Because that announcement is historical, it does not establish which playlists, events, rewards, or store items remain accessible in October 2026.
What’s new in Season 3 Reloaded?
Season 03 Reloaded expanded all three major parts of the package in different ways: Multiplayer received two maps and a rotating mode gauntlet, Zombies gained new resource-management and quest tools, and Warzone rebuilt parts of Verdansk around moving loot, contracts, Ranked Play, and temporary rulesets. The publisher’s summary was: “Season 03 Reloaded brings two new Multiplayer maps, Directed Mode for Shattered Veil, and new updates to Verdansk.”
- Multiplayer: Haven (Core 6v6), Signal (Strike 6v6/2v2), Joint Operations, and the Vendetta perk.
- Zombies: Zombie Snacks, the returning Frost Blast Field Upgrade, Directed Mode for Shattered Veil, and the Ray Gun Mark II in Mystery Boxes on existing maps.
- Warzone: a moving train, High Value Loot Zones, two new contracts, the Triumph TF 250-X, Verdansk Battle Royale Ranked Play, and two mid-season Resurgence modes.
- Weapons and events: the Ladra SMG, the Goblin Mk2 7.62 Mini-Rocket Conversion, and rewards tied to named seasonal events.
These features were announced for all platforms on May 1, 2025; the announcement does not promise that every limited-time feature would remain in rotation.
What maps were added in Season 3 Reloaded?
The Multiplayer map additions were deliberately different in scale and format. Haven favors standard six-player teams on a medium footprint, while Signal is a compact arena that supports both six-versus-six and two-versus-two matches.
| Map | Size and playlist format | Setting and defining feature |
|---|---|---|
| Haven | Medium; Core 6v6 | An estate converted into a KGB safehouse |
| Signal | Small; Strike 6v6 or 2v2 | A flooded Numbers Station with combat above and below water |
How does Haven play?
Haven is a brand-new medium-sized Core map built around an estate that has been repurposed as a KGB safehouse. Its size places it between the close-quarters feel of a tiny Strike arena and the longer sightlines of a large-scale map, making it the straightforward choice for regular 6v6 rotations.
What makes Signal different?
Signal is a brand-new small Strike map set in a flooded Numbers Station. Water is part of the combat space rather than mere scenery: players can engage from above the surface or dive below it. The same layout supports six-player teams or tighter 2v2 fights, so sightlines and routes matter differently depending on the playlist.
How do Joint Operations and Vendetta change Multiplayer?
Joint Operations is a limited-time 6v6 gauntlet that strings five familiar modes together in one match. Vendetta changes how players track the opponent who eliminated them after a respawn.
Joint Operations mode rotation
Each Joint Operations match cycles through Team Deathmatch, Domination, Hardpoint, Kill Order, and Kill Confirmed. Every mode lasts two minutes, and the sequence is randomized from match to match. Between rounds, a gameplay modifier changes the rules for the next segment.
- Third-person perspective
- Visual impairment
- Double health
- Hardcore damage rules
- Paranoia sounds
- Low gravity
- Double jump
- Increased movement speed
The short timers make the mode a rapid test of adaptation: a loadout or route that works under normal first-person rules may be poor when health, gravity, visibility, or movement changes. The announcement also listed a “+420 Score Bonus” as part of the mode’s scoring information.
How does Vendetta work?
Vendetta is a Recon (blue) perk placed in slot 2. After you respawn, it briefly marks the last known position of the enemy who killed you and grants bonus score if you eliminate that enemy. The Vigilance perk counters Vendetta’s marking effect, creating a direct perk choice for players who want either revenge information or protection from it.
What changed in Zombies?
Zombies received one limited-time ruleset, one returning crowd-control tool, a guided version of Shattered Veil, and a new Mystery Box weapon. Together they cover survival management, area control, quest navigation, and weapon variety.
| Addition | How it changes play |
|---|---|
| Zombie Snacks | Replaces the Operator health bar with an energy meter and adds Flow Mode |
| Frost Blast | Creates a damaging blizzard that slows enemies; Major and Minor Augments are unlockable |
| Directed Mode for Shattered Veil | Adds Main Quest guidance and caps rounds at 15 |
| Ray Gun Mark II | Appears in Mystery Boxes on existing Zombies maps |
How does Zombie Snacks work?
Zombie Snacks was a limited-time mode available on Shattered Veil, The Tomb, Citadelle des Morts, Terminus, and Liberty Falls. It replaces the normal Operator health bar with an energy meter. In Standard mode, both movement and incoming damage consume energy; in Directed Mode, only damage drains it.
Several pickups and effects can refill the meter: food, perks, GobbleGum, Stimshot, and certain ammo-mod effects. Avoiding damage has an additional payoff. Eliminate ten zombies consecutively without taking damage to trigger Flow Mode, which supplies extra damage and other boosts until you are hit.
What does Frost Blast add?
Frost Blast returns as a Field Upgrade. Activating it creates a blizzard that deals frost damage and slows enemies, making it useful for stopping a push, buying time to revive a teammate, or controlling a dense group. Major and Minor Augments can be unlocked to tailor the upgrade’s behavior.
How does Directed Mode help on Shattered Veil?
Directed Mode was added specifically to Shattered Veil with additional Main Quest guidance. It is designed for players who want clearer progression cues rather than an entirely open-ended quest hunt. The mode uses a round cap, so a run is bounded instead of continuing indefinitely.
Where can you find the Ray Gun Mark II?
The base Ray Gun Mark II was added to Mystery Boxes on the existing Zombies maps. It is therefore a random-box weapon addition, not a weapon restricted to the new Shattered Veil content.
What changed in Warzone?
Verdansk’s Season 03 Reloaded changes focus on movement, loot quality, objective contracts, competitive progression, and temporary rule variations.
What was added to Verdansk’s map and loot loop?
- Moving loot train: a train travels through Verdansk and offers multiple access points, so squads can board from different angles while contesting its cargo.
- High Value Loot Zones: marked areas contain more sought-after gear and naturally attract fights.
- New contracts: Big Game Bounty adds a high-value elimination objective, while Train Recon ties reconnaissance objectives to the train.
- Triumph TF 250-X: this vehicle was announced for Verdansk as another way to rotate through the map.
These systems give squads reasons to move toward contested objectives instead of relying only on static buildings and ordinary ground loot.
How did Verdansk Ranked Play work?
Verdansk entered Battle Royale Ranked Play for the first time with Trios and a 150-player field divided across 50 teams. That format means three-player squads compete for placement and eliminations while the ranked system tracks performance over the match.
What were High Trip Resurgence and Massive Resurgence?
High Trip Resurgence used predetermined weapons and collectible Shades. Picking up a Shade granted a gameplay boost, adding a scavenger hunt to the normal Resurgence loop.
Massive Resurgence supported up to 120 operators. Fallen squadmates could redeploy as long as at least one member of the squad remained alive, allowing teams to recover from early losses without relying solely on buybacks.
What new weapons and event rewards were announced?
The Ladra and the Goblin Mk2 conversion were the headline weapon additions, while several events supplied unlock paths for weapons, perks, equipment, and cosmetics.
How does the Ladra SMG perform?
The Ladra is a fully automatic submachine gun built around a high rate of fire, low recoil, and lower base damage. Its ammunition consumption is the trade-off: an extended magazine, Scavenger, or an Assault Pack can help keep it firing during prolonged engagements.
What does the Goblin Mk2 7.62 Mini-Rocket Conversion do?
The conversion changes the Goblin Mk2 to fully automatic explosive rocket ammunition. In exchange for explosive output, it reduces bullet velocity and rate of fire, so it is a specialized attachment rather than a universal upgrade.
Which events were tied to the update?
The official announcement named High Art, Blaze of Glory, and the Call of Duty Endowment Got Your Six events. High Art’s free track awarded the Ladra, while Blaze of Glory listed Vendetta, Frost Blast, and a weapon camo among its rewards. High Art’s premium track was priced at 1,100 COD Points in the announcement.
Those dates, reward tracks, and store offers describe the 2025 launch period. They should not be treated as proof that the same events or items are obtainable in 2026.
How do the Multiplayer, Zombies, and Warzone additions differ?
The update’s three content groups serve different player goals rather than offering interchangeable features.
| Area | Primary purpose | Best fit for players who want |
|---|---|---|
| Multiplayer maps and modes | New competitive spaces and rapid rule changes | Short matches, varied modifiers, and close tactical fights |
| Zombies additions | Resource management, crowd control, and quest guidance | Cooperative progression with new survival decisions |
| Warzone Verdansk updates | Mobile loot, objective contracts, ranked competition, and alternate playlists | Large-map rotations and changing squad strategies |
Is Season 3 Reloaded still available in 2026?
The April 29, 2025 announcement confirms what launched on May 1, 2025, but it does not document playlist rotations or item availability on October 8, 2026. Limited-time modes, event reward tracks, and store bundles commonly rotate, so current access must be checked in the game’s live Multiplayer, Zombies, and Warzone menus rather than inferred from the original launch article.
Permanent map and weapon integration can also differ from temporary events. The announcement confirms the content’s original introduction, not a guarantee that every listed feature remains active in the current season.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Season 03 Reloaded launch on every platform at the same time?
Yes. The official launch line said the update would arrive Thursday, May 1 at 9 a.m. PT across all platforms. That statement describes the scheduled release time, not the later rotation status of individual modes or rewards.
What was the Joint Operations score bonus?
The mode description listed a “+420 Score Bonus” alongside its rotating rules. It was part of the publisher’s stated scoring information for the limited-time gauntlet.
What was the round limit for Shattered Veil Directed Mode?
Directed Mode for Shattered Veil used a 15-round cap and supplied extra Main Quest guidance. The cap makes the guided version a finite quest run rather than an uncapped survival session.
How much did the High Art premium reward track cost?
The launch announcement listed the premium High Art track at 1,100 COD Points. That was the historical price shown for the event and does not establish a current offer.