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Warzone 2 Season 5 Reloaded Patch Notes: Cronen Nerf, M4 Buff, and Popular POI Removed

The eagerly awaited Season 5 Reloaded update has finally arrived on August 30, introducing an exciting array of fresh content to both Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone. This update is packed with new maps, modes, and weapons to keep Call of Duty enthusiasts fully engaged.

Published Aug 30, 2023 8:21 pm by Ivan Valev
Credit: Activision

While the release of Modern Warfare 3 is on the horizon, Infinity Ward shows no signs of slowing down. They are committed to providing ample content for players to explore within MW2. This commitment is evident in both the multiplayer and battle royale realms, with Raven Software ensuring that Warzone remains vibrant and dynamic. Let's dive into the comprehensive list of changes that have taken place.

Complete Warzone 2 Season 5 Reloaded Patch Notes:

MAPS

  • After the dramatic events of Shadow Siege in Al Mazrah, Zaya Observatory has met its demise.

MODES

  • Armored Royale: A revamped version of Armored Royale is making a return, exclusively available for Quads during Season 5 Reloaded. Each squad gets a powerful MRAP vehicle for redeployment, and these vehicles can be enhanced with offensive or defensive upgrades.

  • Al Bagra Fortress Resurgence: The Resurgence mode now unfolds within the boundaries of the Al Bagra Fortress point of interest in Al Mazrah and its immediate surroundings. The Fort Resurgence mode has its own dedicated playlist, separate from the Resurgence rotation that includes Ashika Island and Vondel.

  • Unhinged Solos: Break the boundaries of squad size limitations with Assimilation, allowing you to grow your solo squad to a total of 6 players. The player count is capped at 100.

GENERAL

  • Audio adjustments have been made to parachute sounds, including increased volume for incoming enemy parachutes.

  • Performing tricks on the Dirt Bike and eliminating opponents while doing so now rewards combo points.

Close quarters combat in modern warfare 2
Credit: Activision

WARZONE RANKED PLAY:

Matchmaking Improvements:

  • Reduced the waiting time for Warzone Ranked Play matches in the Pre-Game Lobby. Players should now experience quicker deployment in Ranked Play matches moving forward.

Match Ruleset Updates:

  • Restricted Weapons and Equipment: The RPG-7 and Strela-P have been restricted for Warzone Ranked Play matches. These restrictions are subject to change based on feedback, data, and potential balance adjustments.

Season 5 Reminders:

  • The final Placement Skill Rating (SR) has been increased at the start of Season 5, enhancing the value of placement milestones.

  • Placement Challenges and Rewards: Throughout Season 5, players can earn rewards by completing various placement, kill, and assist challenges.

  • End of Season Division Rewards: Players will receive Skill Division rewards that reflect their highest Division attained during the season.

  • Seasonal Division Rewards: Each Ranked Play Season features a unique set of Division Rewards, celebrating the player's highest Division reached during that particular season.

Call of duty operator aiming a pistol
Credit: Activision

WEAPON BALANCING:

» Assault Rifles:

  • Chimera | WZ Only: Close and far damage increased. Head and lower torso damage multipliers increased.

  • FR Avancer | WZ Only: Close and far damage increased.

  • ISO Hemlock | WZ Only: Reduced close-mid and mid damage range.

  • Lachmann-556 | WZ Only: Head, neck, and upper torso damage multipliers increased.

  • M13B | WZ Only: All location damage multipliers increased.

  • M13C | WZ Only: Close and mid damage increased. All location damage multipliers increased.

  • M4 | WZ Only: Increased close and close-mid damage range.

  • STB 556 | WZ Only: Head damage multiplier increased.

  • Tempus Razorback | WZ Only: Increased close and close-mid damage range.

» Battle Rifles:

  • Cronen Squall | WZ Only: Decreased head, neck, and upper torso damage multipliers. Decreased lower torso and limb damage multipliers.

» Launchers:

  • All Launchers | WZ Only: Reduced damage against players.

» Light Machine Guns:

  • RPK | WZ Only: Decreased close-mid damage and close damage range. Increased headshot damage multiplier.

  • Sakin MG38 | WZ Only: Decreased neck and upper torso damage multipliers. Decreased limb damage multipliers.

» Marksman Rifles:

  • Lockwood MK2 | WZ Only: Increased all location damage multipliers.

» Shotguns:

  • Bryson 800 | WZ Only: Increased lower limb damage multipliers.

  • Bryson 890 | WZ Only: Increased lower limb damage multipliers.

» Submachine Guns:

  • BAS-P | WZ Only: Increased neck, upper torso, and lower torso damage multipliers. Increased limb damage multipliers.

  • Fennec 45 | WZ Only: Increased neck and upper torso damage multipliers.

  • VEL 46 | WZ Only: Increased limb damage multipliers.

AUDIO:

In Season 5 Reloaded, the occlusion system that Core 6v6 Maps use has been introduced to all Warzone Maps. This should lead to improved occlusion performance on those maps.

BUG FIXES

  • Fixed an issue displaying incorrect ammunition pickup amounts.

  • Resolved an issue with the Most Wanted contract UI widget persisting after the target was eliminated.

  • Addressed an issue allowing the Most Wanted target's team to receive the contract reward.

  • Fixed a problem preventing players from utilizing the Deployable Buy Station.

  • Resolved an issue preventing players from leaving the match during Exfil after securing 2nd place.

  • Fixed the inaccurate appearance of the Mortar Strike icon on the Tac Map.

  • Addressed an issue that allowed players to capture a UAV Tower while in a vehicle.

  • Fixed incorrect Vehicle icons displaying in the killfeed.