The mid-season refresh for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Call of Duty: Warzone is almost here, with Season 03 Reloaded launching on April 30, 2026. The update introduces a wide range of new content across Multiplayer, Zombies, Warzone, and Endgame, including fresh maps, limited-time modes, weapons, and gameplay systems.
From a new Zombies experience in a frozen Norwegian village to high-speed Warzone pursuits across Avalon, Season 03 Reloaded is shaping up to be one of the most content-heavy updates of the year.
Multiplayer Updates: New Maps and Skill-Based Modes
Season 03 Reloaded expands the Multiplayer rotation with new and returning locations, plus additional gameplay modes focused on movement and teamwork.
New and Returning Maps
- Onsen – A 6v6 and 2v2 map set in a tranquil hot springs facility, where calm visuals hide intense close-quarters combat
- Summit (Remastered) – A returning classic reworked for modern gameplay
- Hacienda (Return) – Another fan-favorite map making its comeback
Freerun Mode
A new movement-focused challenge mode, Freerun pushes players through obstacle courses designed to test speed, precision, and aim. Operators will compete across multiple stages while aiming for the fastest completion times.
Limited-Time Multiplayer Modes
- Heat Wave Havoc – A mode where aggressive play raises your Heat Level, unlocking combat bonuses for sustained performance
- Freeze Tag – A team-based mode where players must freeze opponents while keeping teammates in the fight
Zombies: Totenreich Enters the Dark Aether
A major highlight of the update is the introduction of a brand-new Round-Based Zombies map: Totenreich.
Set in a long-abandoned Norwegian fishing village dating back to the Bronze Age, the map is now consumed by the Dark Aether. Players will uncover disturbing ties between local history and experimental research linked to Group 935.
New Enemies and Wonder Weapon
- Necropincer – A deadly new enemy wielding a trident-like appendage and mutated claw attacks
- Jotunn Star – A melee Wonder Weapon that unleashes sweeping spectral energy attacks
New Gameplay Features
- Flammenfalle Trap – Environmental fire trap designed to incinerate waves of zombies
- Wild Fire Field Upgrade – Emits burning shockwaves to control enemy hordes
- Expanded Main Quest content, Cursed challenges, Pack-a-Punch camo rewards, and rare Mystery Box weapon drops
Warzone: New Modes and Tactical Additions
Hot Pursuit
A fast-paced vehicle-focused LTM set across Avalon, where players engage in Police vs. Thieves-style gameplay centered on high-speed chases and strategic escapes.
Prop Hunt Royale
A massive 24v24 party mode on Rebirth Island, featuring a wide variety of props to help players disguise themselves across chaotic matches.
New Combat Equipment
- Spikes – A Buy Station item offering experimental combat buffs, including Armor Salvaging, Prone Firing enhancements, and Handicraft abilities
- Cluster Grenade – A new lethal explosive added to Battle Royale and Resurgence playlists
Endgame Updates: New Operation and Abilities
The co-op PvE experience continues to evolve with new content:
- Limited-Time Free Access – New and returning players can jump into Endgame during the event window
- Operation Broken Mirror (Act II) – Introduces new objectives, rewards, and gameplay modifiers including the Virus Injection Glitch
- Completing operations unlocks exclusive weapon camos, with additional rewards for multi-character completion
- Thermal Spike Ability – A new Major Ability that ignites enemies caught in its path
New Weapons, Attachments, and Events
Season 03 Reloaded also expands the arsenal with fresh tools of destruction:
New Weapons
- Siren Special Weapon – High-impact electric damage output
- Katana Melee Weapon – Fast, close-range eliminations
New Attachments
- MK.78 Lightframe PDW Conversion
- Warden 308 Badlands Pistol Kit
- Carbon 57 Fabricator Mag
- Ryden 45K Apex Sweeper Rig
Events and Rewards
A series of mid-season events will introduce unlockable weapons, attachments, and cosmetics, including a themed crossover event featuring a special operator bundle.
Store Updates and Cosmetic Content
The in-game store will also receive new Ultra, Reactive, and Mastercraft bundles, including a standout Tracer Pack featuring a celebrity-inspired Operator skin as part of the mid-season lineup.
Final Takeaway
Season 03 Reloaded delivers a substantial mid-season boost across every major mode in both Black Ops 7 and Warzone. With new maps, expanded Zombies content, high-intensity Warzone LTMs, and a wide range of weapons and systems, players can expect one of the most diverse updates of the season so far. Stay tuned with Gamelevate for more Call of Duty updates, guides, and esports coverage.
