The latest update for Call of Duty: Warzone has sparked a mix of relief and concern among the battle royale's dedicated fanbase. Since its launch in 2020, Warzone has captured the hearts of gamers worldwide, offering a standalone Call of Duty battle royale experience that saw immense popularity during the global lockdown. Despite the ebb and flow of player counts due to fierce competition in the online multiplayer arena, persistent updates have kept the game in the spotlight.
Warzone's updates have often been a rollercoaster of excitement and contention. From the controversial removal of the beloved Verdansk map to the divisive introduction of Black Ops 6 movement mechanics, each change has stirred the community. However, additions like the Resurgence mode and new maps have been warmly received, keeping the game fresh and engaging.
The most recent update aimed to squash some persistent bugs, successfully addressing the frustrating loading screen crashes and other minor issues. Yet, according to reports from CharlieIntel on Twitter, this patch has inadvertently introduced new challenges. Players are now facing matchmaking difficulties, and the competitive Ranked Play mode is grappling with significant issues, including players appearing under the map and malfunctioning Buy Stations.
These problems are particularly concerning for Warzone's Ranked Play, which is designed for the game's most competitive players. While there's been no official word from Call of Duty's social media accounts at the time of writing, it's likely that Activision is already on the case. Given the frequency of Warzone's updates, a resolution is expected in the near future.
Amidst these challenges, Call of Duty's player base on Steam has seen a dip, influenced by competition, cheating issues, and controversial decisions like the premium Squid Game Battle Pass. However, with these issues addressed and the potential return of Verdansk, there's hope for a resurgence in Warzone's popularity.
Call of Duty: Warzone Update Patch Notes
- Fixed an issue where loading screens were causing instances of freezing or crashing.
- Fixed an issue with bullet trajectory on the AMR Mod 4.
- Fixed an issue in Resurgence where a player dying out of bounds would lose functionality of their field upgrades and killstreaks.
- Fixed an issue where models weren’t visible for ammo boxes, self revives, and throwing knives.
- Fixed an issue where players would not have a death icon when dying to Red Light Green Light.
### Summary
- The latest Warzone update fixes loading screen crashes but reportedly causes matchmaking and Ranked Play issues.
- Ranked Play now has players under the map and Buy Station problems.
- Hopefully these issues are fixed sooner rather than later.
