When does MW2 & Warzone 2 Season 3 start? Release time & preload info

When does MW2 & Warzone 2 Season 3 start? Release time & preload info
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Written by 

Harry Boulton

Published 

12th Apr 2023 00:02

Update: Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone 2 Season 3 are live right now! For a look at what's changed, check out our rundown of the full patch notes.

Call of Duty MW2 and Warzone 2 Season 3's release time is fast approaching, and the update is looking like a strong one.

With multiple new maps across all MW2 modes, big changes to DMZ, and those all-important Warzone updates, there's plenty to look forward to in Season 3 whether you're playing Modern Warfare 2 or Warzone 2.

Here's everything you need to know about the Season 3 release time for Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone 3, as well as when you can start preloading so you can get into the action more quickly - whichever game you're playing.

Call of Duty MW2 & Warzone 2 Season 3 start time

MW2 & Warzone 2 Season 3 start time
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The MW2 & Warzone 2 Season 3 release time is scheduled for 5PM GMT on April 12, 2023, so there's not long to wait now until you can jump right into the game. Check out the full list below for all of the times in some other regions:

  • 6PM BST (UK)
  • 7PM CET (Europe)
  • 10AM PT (West Coast US)
  • 1PM ET (East Coast US)

You'll be treated to a fresh battle pass filled with new and exciting content, alongside a slew of other intriguing content. Warzone 2 Ranked mode will be coming at some point during the season, alongside the introduction of Al Mazrah to Resurgence. In fact, Season 3 will also see the debut of the BlackCell Battle Pass, adding even more cosmetic upgrades.

MW2 DMZ will also be getting a bunch of new missions, barters, and more to work through as you look to extract, and there are additionally five new multiplayer maps added to keep things fresh.

When is the MW2 Season 3 preload available?

When is the MW2 Season 3 preload available?
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The MW2 & Warzone 2 Season 3 preload unlocked at 10AM PT on April 10, so you're free to start the download now and get prepared for the new content when it drops. This is particularly helpful if you've got slow internet, as Call of Duty downloads have become notoriously rather large so you will appreciate the extra download time.

So, that's everything you need to know about the MW2 & Warzone 2 Season 3 release time, letting you jump in exactly when the content drops. If you're wanting to know what's included in the MW2 & Warzone 2 Season 3 BlackCell battle pass, then check out our comprehensive guide as we've got you covered.

Harry is a Guides Writer at GGRecon, having completed a Masters of Research degree in Film Studies. Previously a freelance writer for PCGamesN, The Loadout, and Red Bull Gaming, he loves playing a wide variety of games from the Souls series to JRPGs, Counter-Strike, and EA FC. When not playing or writing about games and hardware, you're likely to find him watching football or listening to Madonna and Kate Bush.

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