The season kicks off with GobbleGum Mania and Merry Mayhem, introducing limited-time modes (LTMs) that promise to keep players on their toes. The Merry Mayhem event, available in all modes, features the “Ran-Snack” and “Holiday Rush” LTMs, while zombie players can delve into “Jingle Hells: Liberty Falls”. As the calendar flips to December 19, Archie’s Festival Frenzy takes over, continuing the celebration with even more unique LTMs like “Infectious Holiday” and the thrilling “Slay Ride Resurgence” in Warzone.
The introduction of three new multiplayer maps further spices up the gameplay. Veterans of the franchise will welcome the return of Black Ops 4’s beloved Hacienda, now remastered for 6v6 battles. The all-new Racket map, set in a sprawling bank vault, offers a dynamic arena for close-quarters combat, while Nuketown receives a snowy makeover, adding a festive twist to this iconic location.
Unlockable Power: New Weapons and Perks
This season is not just about festive spirits but also powerful new arsenal additions. The Maelstrom, a fully automatic shotgun, becomes available as a reward from the Merry Mayhem event, boasting considerable range but challenging recoil. Sniper aficionados can look forward to the AMR Mod 4, a potent semi-automatic rifle awarded during Archie’s Festival Frenzy. For those who prefer stealth and precision, the Cleaver melee weapon offers a deadly new way to engage in close combat. Further enhancing the tactical options, Season 1 Reloaded introduces the Shrapnel Radar perk and a new High Roller Wildcard, which allows players to earn an additional scorestreak, pushing the strategic depth of the game to new heights.
Zombie Slayers’ Delight: A New Map and Mythical Weapons
The undead get a chilling playground of their own with the introduction of Citadelle des Morts, a new Zombies map set in a mysterious French castle. This map not only features a compelling storyline Easter egg but also launches with the Vulture Aid Perk-a-Cola and the Tesla Storm field upgrade. Players can forge the legendary Bastard Sword, a Wonder Weapon that morphs into four elemental variations, each with its unique attack style, providing diverse ways to combat the relentless zombie hordes.
Competitive Spirit: Ranked Play and More
For the competitive spirits, Warzone’s Ranked Play debuts during the season, featuring a ladder system that rewards the most skilled players with exclusive skins, emblems, and calling cards. Additionally, the festive Slay Ride Resurgence mode returns to Warzone, combining traditional battle royale elements with holiday-themed fun like snowball fights and festive loot hunts. As we move closer to the new year, players can also anticipate the arrival of fresh store bundles and the first look at the Squid Game operator skins, setting the stage for even more thematic and immersive gameplay experiences.
With such a packed season, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone are set to ensure that gamers around the world will have plenty of reasons to celebrate and engage in epic battles throughout the holiday season and beyond. Stay tuned, load up, and get ready to fight through the winter wonderlands with style!
