Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 has launched with much excitement, but competitive players have been wondering when the ranked play mode will arrive in MW3. MW3 developer Sledgehammer Games has now confirmed that ranking will be coming mid-season, so here's a rundown of what we know so far about ranked play in Modern Warfare 3. Read on for details on the Modern Warfare 3 ranked play release date, maps, modes, and more.
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When Does Ranked Play Launch in MW3?
Sledgehammer Games announced at the Call of Duty Next event that ranked play will arrive with the Season 1 Reloaded update, which is scheduled for mid-January 2024.
An in-game countdown points to January 17th as the likely Season 1 Reloaded and ranked play release date, though this could change. But competitive fans can expect ranked in MW3 around that time.
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What Modes and Maps Will Modern Warfare 3 Ranked Play Include?
For maps and modes, ranked play will utilize the current CDL competitive map pool and ruleset. This includes:
- Hardpoint - Invasion, Karachi, Skidrow, Sub Base, Terminal
- Search & Destroy - Highrise, Invasion, Karachi, Skidrow, Terminal
- Control - Highrise, Invasion, Terminal
So ranked will feature these popular MW3 maps tailored for competitive 4v4 matches. The modes - Hardpoint, S&D, and Control - mirror the CDL format.
Competitive Call of Duty fans eagerly await ranked play coming mid-season to Modern Warfare 3. After having to wait so long, MW3 finally gets ranked shortly after launch.
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Players can look forward to battling for ranks, skill ratings, and rewards in January 2024 once Season 1 Reloaded arrives. The addition of ranked play will provide a fresh competitive playlist for MW3.
Prepare for intense 4v4 matches using CDL maps and modes. For the serious, skilled players, ranked is the ultimate proving ground. Strap in and get ready to grind the ladder when rank finally drops in Modern Warfare 3.
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