Modern Warfare 3 Update Patch Notes, Gameplay, Release Date, Trailer and More

The Modern Warfare 3 update on October 12, 2023, includes gameplay changes like red enemy nameplates and reduced weapon spread when sliding, enhancing the gaming experience.

by M Nishali | Updated Oct 13, 2023

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Modern Warfare 3

"Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III" is an upcoming first-person shooter video game developed by Sledgehammer Games and published by Activision. It's the twentieth installment in the popular Call of Duty series and serves as a direct sequel to 2022's Modern Warfare II. The game is set to be released on November 10, 2023, for various platforms, including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

The gameplay in Modern Warfare III is expected to be similar to its predecessor, offering an engaging mix of action and combat scenarios. Players can look forward to an expanded multiplayer experience, with the return of classic maps and new game modes. Additionally, an innovative open world PvE Zombies mode, developed in collaboration with Treyarch, adds a fresh dimension to the game. 

Modern Warfare 3 Update Patch Notes

Here are the  October 12 MW3 patch notes. 

GAMEPLAY

UIX

  • Enemy Operators will now display a red nameplate above their head.

Movement

  • Decreased the slide to sprint delay by 200ms.

WEAPONS

  • Reduced Tac-Stance spread while sliding for several weapon classes.

  • Assault Rifles: Decreased 17-26%.

  • Submachine Guns: Decreased 14-17%.

  • Light Machine Guns: Decreased 30-45%.

  • Marksman Rifles: Decreased 29-31%.

  • Pistols: Decreased 10-20%.

  • Striker (Submachine Gun)

  • Decreased near-medium damage from 39 to 36.

  • Decreased near-medium damage range from 24m to 19m (-21%).

  • Decreased medium damage range from 30m to 25m (-17%).

  • Decreased far-medium damage from 28 to 27.

  • Decreased minimum damage from 23 to 21.

  • Increased headshot damage multiplier from 1.2x to 1.3x.

  • Increased lower-arm damage multiplier from 1x to 1.1x.

  • We expect the Striker to remain a competitive option thanks to its fire rate and excellent accuracy. However, these changes reduce its damage output at long distances, preventing it from outperforming Assault Rifles. Adjustments to damage multipliers intend to increase the consistency of this weapon.

KILLSTREAKS

Guardian-SC

  • Decreased health from 550 to 400 (-27%).

  • Decreased lifetime from 120s to 60s (-50%).

MODES

  • Ground War

  • Vehicles driven by the player no longer have limited fuel.

  • Hardpoint

  • Disabled overhead spawn camera sequence upon respawn.

MAPS

  • Estate

  • Added collision near various areas of the Waterfall to prevent players from accessing unintended locations.

  • Favela

  • Players will no longer be killed immediately after respawning near the yellow car on the Side Street.

  • Popov Power (Ground War)

  • Added collision near Reactor Beta to prevent players from accessing an unintended location.

  • Our team is investigating reports of poor spawn selection quality and making adjustments for launch. In the meantime, please be sure to clip unfavorable spawns and share them with us!

OPERATORS

  • Operator movement animations will now play properly in the moments following a respawn.

UIX

  • Added a missing icon for the Incursion XII Long Barrel Attachment for the SVA 545.

  • Players will now be properly notified of Playlist updates while idling in the menus.

STABILITY

  • Addressed a crash that occurred while matchmaking in the Ground War playlist.

  • Addressed multiple crashes that occurred while launching the game.

  • Resolved an issue that caused an error message stating “a required network service has failed” upon attempting to join another player’s party.

Modern Warfare 3 Gameplay

In "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III," the gameplay is packed with action and combat. Players can expect a similar gameplay style to its predecessor, "Modern Warfare II." The game offers a combination of thrilling single-player and multiplayer modes. One notable feature returning is "slide cancelling," allowing players to move swiftly during combat.

The campaign mode introduces "Open Combat Missions," giving players more freedom in choosing how they approach objectives, adding depth to the gameplay.In the multiplayer mode, players will find all sixteen maps from "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2," with an option to vote for maps while in a match lobby.

Player health has been increased, ensuring longer "time-to-kill." Classic game modes like "Kill Confirmed" and "Hardpoint" make a return, along with a new mode called "Cutthroat," featuring intense battles between three teams of three players.

Modern Warfare 3 Release Date

"Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III" is set to launch on November 10, 2023. This highly anticipated first person shooter game is the twentieth installment in the popular Call of Duty series. Gamers can look forward to enjoying the game on various platforms, including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. The release is part of a single cross game launcher called Call of Duty HQ, offering players a thrilling and action  packed gaming experience. 

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Modern Warfare 3 Update Patch Notes - FAQs

1. What is Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III?

"Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III" is an upcoming first person shooter video game, the 20th installment in the Call of Duty series.

2. When is the game set to be released?

The game is scheduled for release on November 10, 2023.

3. On which platforms will "Modern Warfare III" be available?  

The game will be available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

4. What's new in the gameplay compared to its predecessor, "Modern Warfare II"?  

The gameplay in "Modern Warfare III" includes the return of slide cancelling, an array of multiplayer modes with classic maps, and the introduction of an open-world PvE Zombies mode.

5. What kind of game modes and features can players expect in multiplayer?  

Multiplayer includes classic game modes like "Kill Confirmed" and "Hardpoint," a new mode called "Cutthroat," and artificial intelligence-powered moderation to address toxic behavior.